Wikipedia - UCLA Bruins men's soccer
The UCLA Bruins men's soccer team is an intercollegiate varsity sports team of the University of California at Los Angeles. The team is a member of the Big Ten Conference of the National Collegiate Athletic Association.
UCLA soccer's main rivals are Stanford, UC Santa Barbara, and California.
History
Admissions bribery scandal
On March 12, 2019, head coach Jorge Salcedo was arrested, and indicted by a federal grand jury in Boston for conspiracy to commit racketeering for alleged participation in the 2019 college admissions bribery scandal. His indictment charged Salcedo with taking $200,000 in bribes to help two students, one in 2016 and one in 2018, get admitted to UCLA using falsified soccer credential admission information. As a result, he was placed on leave by UCLA from his coaching position at the school. On March 21, 2019, it was announced that he had resigned.
UCLA's soccer program has produced numerous professional players and national team members, showcasing a strong tradition of developing talent. The team is known for its skillful play, tactical discipline, and a focus on teamwork, making them a formidable opponent in the Pac-12 Conference and beyond.
Under the guidance of dedicated coaching staff, the Bruins emphasize both athletic and academic achievement, fostering well-rounded student-athletes. With a passionate fan base and a commitment to success, UCLA soccer continues to be a prominent force in collegiate athletics, striving for championships and leaving a lasting legacy in the world of soccer.