UCLA had a uniform problem. Texas responded with a classy gesture.
Chron • • sports
Key Points:
- The Texas Longhorns women's basketball team hosted the defending national champion UCLA Bruins in an exhibition game, marking their first rematch since the 2026 NCAA Women's Final Four semifinal.
- Due to a uniform mishap where UCLA left their regular jerseys behind, both teams agreed to wear practice uniforms as a gesture of sportsmanship, praised by UCLA coach Cori Close.
- The No. 6-ranked Longhorns defeated the No. 11 Bruins 81-64, with standout performances from Madison Booker (21 points) and Bryanna Preston (20 points, including four three-pointers).
- The Longhorns have one more exhibition game before the regular season begins on Nov. 2, while the Bruins will face Texas again on Dec. 20 at the Players Era Women’s Showcase in Las Vegas.
