Jul 24, 2014; Hollywood, CA, USA; UCLA Bruins head coach Jim Mora talks to the media during the Pac-12 Media Day at the Studios at Paramount. Mandatory Credit: Kelvin Kuo-USA TODAY Sports
As Red Leader says in Star Wars: A New Hope, “Almost there.” Day 10 of UCLA fall camp has finished and leaves only one day left in San Bernardino, which will consist of a scrimmage and a fan appreciation event. Just one more day until the Bruins head back to Westwood. Not that they have been waiting to leave San Bernardino, it is that it has been quite brutal… and they have been waiting to leave San Bernardino.
The Bruins got the day off on Thursday to rest and relax. It was a much needed affair that gave the players one day to catch their breathe before they finish strong in the desert.
UCLA was dragging recently and desperately needed a day off, so Jim Mora called a pool day today. Only two days of practice left in SB.
— Ryan Kartje (@Ryan_Kartje) August 14, 2014
#UCLA best news, no san bernardino for media members today ... FIRE UP THE BBQ! @UCLAFootball #pac12
— chris foster (@cfosterworld) August 14, 2014
Mora said team watched "The Equalizer" with Denzel Washington yesterday on day off.
— Jordan Lee (@jordantlee) August 15, 2014
The day off must have really helped players recover from injuries because several Bruins should be back by the time they get to Westwood.
Jim Mora said #UCLA WR Devin Lucien passed concussion tests today and might be back as soon as Monday.
— Edward Lewis (@Edward__Lewis) August 15, 2014
Mora said Scott Quessenberry's concussion was "minor". He said he could be back next week.
— Ryan Kartje (@Ryan_Kartje) August 15, 2014
UCLA just wrapped it's second to last practice of San Bernadino. Biggest takeaway: no (new) injuries.
— Jordan Lee (@jordantlee) August 16, 2014
#UCLA center Jake Brendel (knee) working the stationary bike, likely see him back eary neck week @UCLAFootball #pac12
— chris foster (@cfosterworld) August 16, 2014
In football, it is all about getting every inch of the game squared away. Special teams were up today.
Mostly special teams work today. Team will be in pads tonight and go through a "mock game" tomorrow for final day in San Bernadino.
— Jordan Lee (@jordantlee) August 15, 2014
Camp has been long enough that we reached the point when we ask if there's a punter battle brewing. For the record, Mora says there is.
— Ryan Kartje (@Ryan_Kartje) August 15, 2014
#UCLA notebook: Kicker Ka'imi Fairbairn ready to evolve @UCLAFootball #pac12 http://t.co/YcfoS9rKpM
— chris foster (@cfosterworld) August 16, 2014
#UCLA's Ka'imi Fairbairn ended practice with 51 yd FG that was dead solid perfect #pac12 @uclafootball
— chris foster (@cfosterworld) August 15, 2014
Coach Jeff Ulbrich raps about the defense… and how awesome they are.
#UCLA DC Jeff Ulbrich on linebacker Myles Jack tonight: "Myles is like the biggest prick on the field. Which is awesome."
— Edward Lewis (@Edward__Lewis) August 16, 2014
UCLA DC Jeff Ulbrich was great as always, talking about the defense's newfound toughness, the OLB battle, and more: http://t.co/OPSPfLp9cs
— Ryan Kartje (@Ryan_Kartje) August 16, 2014
LB Kenny Young ran with 1s along with Aaron Wallace. Probably the favorites at this point for open LB spots at this point.
— Jordan Lee (@jordantlee) August 16, 2014
Final Notes
#UCLA LB Kenny Young buried Steven Manfro during pass-blocking drill. He ran with Nate Starks, batting pass away @uclafootball #pac12
— chris foster (@cfosterworld) August 16, 2014
#UCLA OL commit Tevita Halalilo attended practice tonight in San Bernardino.
— Edward Lewis (@Edward__Lewis) August 16, 2014
WR Mossi Johnson also had his best practice. Had struggled recently but strong today. No drops that I can remember. Reminded me of spring.
— Jordan Lee (@jordantlee) August 16, 2014
If you are going to the desert for the final practice at Cal State San Bernardino, keep in mind it will be 100 degrees. Go Bruins!