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Charlisse Leger-Walker

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UCLA Women’s Basketball Prepares for New Era After Championship Triumph

UCLA’s women’s basketball program is basking in the afterglow of a historic season that ended with a national championship and a 37‑1 record, a feat that has set high expectations for the upcoming campaign. With six of the team’s key seniors having departed for professional opportunities in the WNBA, head coach Cori Close must rebuild the starting five, turning to a blend of experienced transfers and emerging underclassmen. At the point guard position, Elina Aarnisalo brings a calm presence and a reliable outside shot, qualities that should help steady the offense early in the season. Donovyn Hunter is slated to start at shooting guard, where her aggressive scoring and tenacious defense are expected to generate additional firepower on the perimeter. Addy Brown will see action at small forward, leveraging her proven three‑point accuracy to stretch defenses and create spacing for the interior game. Sienna Betts, who previously contributed off the bench, now steps into the power forward role, bringing rebounding grit and a willingness to defend the paint. Amanda Muse is projected to anchor the center position, focusing on controlling the boards and providing a defensive anchor in the paint. The new lineup will face stiff competition from traditional powerhouses such as the South Carolina Gamecocks, the North Carolina Tar Heels, and the Oregon State Beavers, all of whom are also vying for the top spot in the national rankings. Fans and analysts alike are eager to see how the Bruins will translate their championship pedigree into the next season, and whether the blend of veteran transfers and fresh talent can keep UCLA at the forefront of collegiate women’s basketball.

Jul 1, 2026

UCLA’s Spring Surge: From Big Ten Dominance to Professional Prospects

UCLA’s baseball team captured the Big Ten tournament and secured the top NCAA seed, while standout performances from rookie Charlisse Leger‑Walker and record‑breaking Megan Grant highlight a season of breakthroughs. Meanwhile, former guard Donovan Dent trades the court for training, and the popular UCLA Unlocked newsletter pauses for summer.

May 26, 2026