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UCLA Takes Fall Camp on the Road at Great Park
IRVINE, Calif. — UCLA football spent part of its preseason camp at Great Park Sports Complex this month, giving the Bruins a change of scenery as head coach Bob Chesney continues preparing the program for the 2026 season. Rather than remaining in Westwood throughout camp, UCLA relocated to Irvine for several days as the coaching staff looked to simulate a road-trip environment before the season begins. Players lived together, practiced away from campus and experienced many of
Aug 112 min read


LAFC Stuns Toluca with Dramatic Stoppage-Time Winner in Leagues Cup
LOS ANGELES — LAFC earned a dramatic and hard-fought 1-0 victory over Liga MX powerhouse Toluca on Saturday night, with defender Eddie Segura scoring deep into stoppage time to secure three crucial points in Leagues Cup play. Facing one of Mexico’s top clubs, LAFC produced a disciplined defensive performance throughout the evening. While Toluca enjoyed stretches of possession and looked dangerous in transition, the Black & Gold remained organized at the back and limited the v
Aug 102 min read


LAFC Opens Leagues Cup Campaign With Shootout Win Over Chivas
LOS ANGELES — LAFC opened its 2026 Leagues Cup campaign with a dramatic result at BMO Stadium, defeating Chivas de Guadalajara 5-4 in a penalty shootout after the two sides finished regulation tied 1-1. Photo: Dylan Berkman / Sideline Frames Media The matchup brought together two of North America’s most recognizable clubs and produced an energetic atmosphere in Los Angeles. From the opening whistle, both teams looked willing to attack, creating an open first half with opportu
Aug 102 min read


LA Rams Day 6 - Ty Simpson Flashes, New-Look Secondary Brings the Heat at LMU
LOS ANGELES, CA — Intensity peaked at Loyola Marymount University as the Los Angeles Rams buckled up for a crucial open practice session. With the five-day acclimation period in the rearview mirror and pads finally snapping, head coach Sean McVay threw his roster straight into competitive 11-on-11 drills. The afternoon was defined by highly contested wide receiver-defensive back battles, a showcase from the rookie class, and an escalating battle for the backup quarterback pos
Aug 42 min read


Lincoln Riley Looks to Lead USC Back Into Big Ten Title Contention
LOS ANGELES — Entering his fifth season at USC, head coach Lincoln Riley faces one of the most important years of his tenure with the Trojans. Since arriving in Los Angeles, Riley has transformed USC into one of college football’s premier recruiting destinations while continuing to build one of the nation’s most explosive offenses. Now, with the program entering another challenging Big Ten campaign, expectations remain as high as ever. The 2026 season presents a fresh opportu
Aug 22 min read


Jayden Maiava Headlines USC’s 2026 Campaign
LOS ANGELES — As USC prepares for another demanding Big Ten campaign, all eyes will once again be on quarterback Jayden Maiava. After emerging as USC’s starting quarterback and returning for the 2026 season, Maiava enters the year as one of the conference’s most experienced signal-callers. His development will be one of the biggest factors in determining how far the Trojans can go this fall. Photo: Peter Zhan / Sideline Frames Media Known for his strong arm, mobility and pois
Aug 22 min read


2026 Big Ten Football Preseason Power Rankings
The Big Ten enters the 2026 season with several legitimate national championship contenders, a crowded second tier and multiple programs beginning new eras. Ohio State and Oregon remain the conference’s standard entering August, but Indiana, USC, Michigan and Penn State should all have opportunities to stay in the College Football Playoff race. Farther down the rankings, Washington and Iowa appear capable of disrupting the conference standings, while UCLA begins a major rebui
Aug 26 min read


Match Preview: Angel City FC Looks to Bounce Back Against Kansas City Current
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Angel City FC heads to CPKC Stadium this weekend for one of its toughest road tests of the season as it takes on the Kansas City Current. After a narrow 2-1 defeat to Racing Louisville FC, Angel City enters the match looking to quickly return to the win column. Despite the result, the club controlled possession for much of the match and created several dangerous scoring opportunities, showing positive signs heading into a difficult matchup against one of th
Aug 12 min read


Brayden Loftin Ready to Take the Next Step in UCLA’s Secondary
LOS ANGELES — As UCLA prepares for the 2026 season, defensive back Brayden Loftin enters fall camp with an opportunity to become one of the Bruins’ most reliable contributors in the secondary. Photo: Peter Zhan / Sideline Frames Media Under first-year head coach Bob Chesney, UCLA is looking to build a more physical and disciplined defense, and Loftin’s versatility makes him an important part of that effort. Capable of defending the pass while providing support against the run
Aug 12 min read


Anthony Woods Ready to Make an Impact in UCLA’s Backfield
LOS ANGELES — UCLA enters the 2026 season with several new faces expected to contribute on offense, and running back Anthony Woods is among the players poised to make an immediate impact. Photo: Peter Zhan / Sideline Frames Media Woods brings speed, vision and physical running ability to a Bruins offense looking to establish a more balanced attack under first-year head coach Bob Chesney. As UCLA prepares for another challenging Big Ten schedule, a dependable rushing game will
Aug 12 min read


Russell Weir Brings Experience and Stability to UCLA’s Offensive Line
LOS ANGELES — While quarterbacks and skill-position players often receive the most attention, success in the Big Ten begins at the line of scrimmage. For UCLA, offensive lineman Russell Wiers is expected to play an important role in building that foundation. Photo: Peter Zhan / Sideline Frames Media Entering the 2026 season, Weir provides the Bruins with valuable size, experience and versatility along the offensive line. As UCLA prepares for its first season under head coach
Aug 12 min read


Mikey Matthews Brings Speed and Playmaking Ability to UCLA’s Offense
LOS ANGELES — Few newcomers have generated as much excitement during UCLA’s offseason as wide receiver Mikey Matthews. Photo: Peter Zhan / Sideline Frames Media After transferring to Westwood, Matthews arrives as one of the Bruins’ most dynamic offensive weapons. Known for his quickness, reliable hands and ability to create separation, the receiver is expected to play a significant role in UCLA’s passing attack during the program’s first season under head coach Bob Chesney. M
Aug 12 min read


2026 UCLA Football Season Preview: A New Era Begins in Westwood
LOS ANGELES — The 2026 season represents a fresh start for UCLA football. With Bob Chesney entering his first year as head coach, the Bruins will begin a new chapter built around effort, discipline and a significantly reshaped roster. UCLA enters the fall looking to establish a clearer identity while becoming more competitive in its third season as a member of the Big Ten. Photo: Peter Zhan / Sideline Frames Media Chesney arrives in Westwood after a successful run at James Ma
Aug 13 min read


2026 USC Football Season Preview: Trojans Ready to Take the Next Step
LOS ANGELES — Expectations are high in Los Angeles as USC enters the 2026 college football season looking to establish itself as a true Big Ten contender. After another productive offseason under head coach Lincoln Riley, the Trojans return one of the conference’s most experienced rosters while adding the nation’s consensus No. 1 recruiting class. USC opens the season with three consecutive home games at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, beginning with San José State on Aug.
Jul 312 min read


Sveindís Jónsdóttir Becoming a Key Piece of Angel City’s Attack
LOS ANGELES — Since arriving at Angel City FC, Sveindís Jónsdóttir has quickly established herself as one of the club’s most dangerous attacking players. The Iceland international has brought pace, physicality and creativity to Angel City’s front line, giving the club another reliable scoring threat. Whether attacking in transition, taking on defenders one-on-one or making dangerous runs into the penalty area, Jónsdóttir has consistently demonstrated the qualities that made h
Jul 302 min read


Angels Power Past Reds to Win Series Behind Explosive Offense
ANAHEIM ---- The Los Angeles Angels closed out their series against the Cincinnati Reds with a 9-6 victory, using timely hitting and a relentless offensive performance to take the series. The Angels wasted little time putting pressure on Cincinnati's pitching staff, stringing together quality at-bats and capitalizing on scoring opportunities throughout the afternoon. Their lineup stayed aggressive from the opening innings, producing consistent offense that helped build a lead
Jul 292 min read


The Work Behind the Spotlight: Inside an NFL Offseason Training Session
WESTLAKE VILLAGE --- With training camp just around the corner, preparation remains the top priority for NFL players. Coleman Shelton, Xavier Smith, Tyler Higbee, and Cooper Kupp recently took part in a high-intensity offseason training session, where every drill reflected the focus and commitment needed to compete at the highest level. Photo: Siddesh Bhongirwar / Sideline Frames Media The workout featured a variety of strength, conditioning, and explosive movement drills de
Jul 291 min read


Racing Louisville Claims Impressive Road Win Over Angel City FC
LOS ANGELES — Racing Louisville FC earned a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Angel City FC on Sunday night at BMO Stadium, delivering one of its most complete performances of the season and securing three valuable points away from home. Facing an Angel City side that entered the match riding a three-game winning streak, Racing Louisville remained composed from the opening whistle. The visitors were disciplined defensively, stayed organized without the ball and made the most of th
Jul 292 min read


Austin FC Shut Out at Home in Loss to Houston Dynamo
AUSTIN, Texas — Austin FC was unable to turn possession into goals Saturday night, falling 2-0 to Houston Dynamo FC at Q2 Stadium in a disappointing home result. The Verde & Black controlled stretches of the match and spent time pushing Houston toward its own penalty area, but clear scoring opportunities were difficult to find. The Dynamo stayed compact without the ball, closed passing lanes through the middle and forced Austin to rely on crosses and shots from less dangerous
Jul 272 min read


Houston Dynamo Earn Valuable Road Victory Over Austin FC
AUSTIN, Texas — Houston Dynamo FC earned an important three points Saturday night, defeating Austin FC 2-0 at Q2 Stadium to continue its strong run of form in the Western Conference. Photo: Stephanie SmithCollins / Sideline Frames Media Houston entered the match looking to build momentum after recent positive performances, and the Dynamo delivered a disciplined display on both sides of the ball. From the opening whistle, Houston remained organized defensively while creating d
Jul 272 min read
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