Bruins Highlighted in Top Hockey Moments Past 25 Years

The UCLA Bruins are experiencing a resurgence in both basketball and football as they head into the 2025 seasons. In basketball, the team has garnered significant hype due to impactful transfer additions and player development, with Donovan Dent, a five-star transfer and Mountain West Player of the Year, expected to play a critical role as a lead guard. Meanwhile, UCLA football is also drawing attention following a challenging debut in the Big Ten and a coaching change to DeShaun Foster, who aims to build on a strong finish to the 2024 season. Key football players to watch include quarterback Nico Iamaleava, who brings impressive SEC experience, and receiver Kwazi Gilmer, expected to be a go-to target. These developments signal renewed optimism for UCLA's programs as they strive to re-establish themselves as national contenders. Additionally, hockey history celebrates iconic moments and figures like Cecil “Tiny” Thompson, an early NHL Hall-of-Fame goalie who helped the Boston Bruins claim their first Stanley Cup in 1929 and set goaltending standards.