Senior Jordan Chiles poses at the end of her floor routine and points to the air. Chiles has earned 12 perfect 10s on the event throughout her career. (Andrew Ramiro Diaz/Photo editor)
Thursday’s result was not what the Bruin faithful – or really anyone – expected.
UCLA gymnastics entered its final rotation needing just a fraction above its season low on vault to secure a spot in the national championship.
Tied at six points to open the game, Andrew Rowan was forced into a first touch to begin the Bruins’ rally.
After the senior setter’s pass flew to Zach Rama, the senior outside hitter looked as if he was about to rise for the swing.
This post was updated April 16 at 11:49 p.m.
FORT WORTH – The Bruins were in second place.
The chance to secure a second consecutive national championship came down to the final rotation.
Familiarity breeds contempt.
But for the Bruins, it brings routine and comfort at a time when they may need it most.
No. 21 UCLA men’s tennis (14-6, 8-3 Big Ten) will face Oregon (14-8, 5-6) on Friday at the Student Tennis Center in Eugene before taking on Washington (8-15, 2-9) on Sunday at the Lloyd Nordstrom Tennis Center in Seattle.
This post was updated April 16 at 11:58 p.m.
For the first time since February, the Bruins are looking to bounce back.
No. 1 UCLA baseball (33-3, 18-0 Big Ten) will face Minnesota (22-14, 5-10) in a three-game weekend series beginning Friday night at Jackie Robinson Stadium.
No. 21 UCLA men’s tennis (14-6, 8-3 Big Ten) will travel to Eugene to face No. 51 Oregon (14-8, 5-6) on Friday. The Bruins have just two matches remaining before the Big Ten Tournament, making this one of their final attempts to secure their seed.
Being at the top comes with expectations.
But with the postseason around the corner, the job is far from finished.
And for many Bruins, this season is their last chance to hoist a title.
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