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UCLA Bruins football Bob Chesney era

Overview

The UCLA Bruins football program began the Bob Chesney era with consecutive victories. In the season opener, UCLA defeated the California Golden Bears 45-24 in Berkeley, driven by a rushing attack that produced 277 yards and six touchdowns. During that game, quarterback Nico Iamaleava experienced a brief calf injury scare, though head coach Chesney indicated it did not appear severe.

Following the opener, the Bruins secured a 52-38 win over Purdue at the Rose Bowl Stadium. Chesney highlighted the team’s offensive resilience and the performance of the running game and Iamaleava in securing the victory.

Entities

Nico Iamaleava · Bob Chesney · UCLA · Purdue · Mikey Matthews

Timeline

  1. 3 days ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    UCLA football coach Bob Chesney leads Bruins to victory over Purdue

    UCLA head football coach Bob Chesney aims to revitalize the Bruins' program, following a 52-38 victory over Purdue highlighted by a strong offensive performance and quarterback Nico Iamaleava.

  2. 16 days ago

    [SPORTS] 7 sources
    UCLA defeats Cal 45-24 to open Bob Chesney era

    UCLA defeated California 45-24 in their season opener, marking a successful debut for head coach Bob Chesney. Wayne Knight scored three rushing touchdowns despite a brief injury scare for QB Nico Iamaleava.

Sources

alumni.ucla.edu · deadspin.com · lasportsreport.com · latimes.com · newsday.com · rockytopinsider.com · si.com · uclabruins.com · winnipegfreepress.com