Spain clinches seventh U18 Women’s EuroBasket title in Stockholm
Spain completed a seventh championship with an 82-46 victory over France, while standout performances from Somto Okafor and Olivia Vukosa highlighted the tournament.
Aug 11, 2026
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Somto Okafor Shines as Spain Captures U18 Women’s EuroBasket Crown
Somto Okafor’s standout performances helped Spain go undefeated and claim the FIBA U18 Women's EuroBasket title, highlighting a tournament marked by offensive firepower and emerging talent.
Aug 10, 2026
Noelle Quinn Joins UCLA Women’s Basketball Coaching Staff
UCLA announces the hiring of former WNBA star Noelle Quinn, a championship‑winning coach, as part of a revamped staff aimed at sustaining the program’s recent title‑winning momentum.
Aug 5, 2026
Noelle Quinn Returns to UCLA as Coaching Staff Member After Stellar WNBA Career
Noelle Quinn, a 41‑year‑old former point guard who helped the Seattle Storm capture two WNBA titles, is set to rejoin the UCLA women’s basketball program as a coach, ending a 17‑year stint in professional and grassroots basketball.
Aug 5, 2026
Somto Okafor to Lead Spain at 2026 U18 Women’s EuroBasket
UCLA’s rising star Somto Okafor will represent Spain at the 2026 FIBA U18 Women’s EuroBasket in Stockholm, bringing a decorated résumé and high expectations to the tournament.
Jul 31, 2026
UCLA Women’s Basketball Prepares for 2026‑27 Season After Championship Run
After securing the 2026‑27 title defense, UCLA’s women’s basketball program is reshaping its roster with five new transfers and two freshman guards, while Coach Cori Close outlines her philosophy of learning and giving.
Jul 26, 2026
NCAA Grants Fifth Year of Eligibility, UCLA Women’s Basketball Poised for Future Success
The NCAA's recent fifth‑year eligibility policy reshapes UCLA's women's basketball roster, giving key players additional seasons and altering the team's championship trajectory.
Jun 25, 2026
UCLA Women’s Basketball Secures Seven-Player Class for 2026-27
UCLA adds five transfers and two freshmen, including international standouts, to reshape its roster ahead of the upcoming season.
Jun 25, 2026
UCLA Secures Commitment from Slovenian Guard Lina Jerkovic Ahead of Title Defense
The Bruins have added a promising international prospect who averaged double‑digit points for Slovenia’s under‑18 team, bolstering a roster that returns key veterans and several high‑profile transfers.
Jun 8, 2026
UCLA Secures Slovenian Guard Lina Jerkovic in Latest Recruiting Coup
UCLA women's basketball coach Cori Close announced the signing of Slovenian guard Lina Jerkovic, a move that bolsters the Bruins' depth and championship aspirations.
Jun 8, 2026
UCLA Women’s Basketball Secures Slovenian Guard Lina Jerkovic Ahead of 2026‑27 Season
UCLA has added Lina Jerkovic, a 19‑year‑old Slovenian guard, to a 12‑player roster that blends transfers, returning stars and promising youth, as the Bruins look to reload after losing six WNBA Draft picks.
Jun 8, 2026
UCLA Bruins Add Slovenian Guard Lina Jerkovic as they Rebuild Roster
UCLA women's basketball secures Slovenian freshman Lina Jerkovic for the 2026-27 season, marking a strategic shift in recruiting as the program navigates a post‑championship rebuild.
Jun 7, 2026
Cori Close Secures Lucrative Extension as UCLA Women’s Basketball Prepares for New Era
UCLA's head coach Cori Close signed a four‑year contract extension worth $2 million annually after guiding the Bruins to their first NCAA national championship in 2025‑26. The article explores the implications of the deal, the team's dominant season, and the upcoming roster changes.
May 13, 2026