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Pasadena Sues UCLA to Block Rose Bowl Relocation

11/12/2025

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The city of Pasadena and the Rose Bowl Operating Company filed a lawsuit against the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) to prevent the relocation of football games to SoFi Stadium.
They seek a restraining order to enforce a lease that extends through 2044, which prohibits termination before its expiration.
UCLA has played at the Rose Bowl since 1982 but is considering a move as early as 2026.
UCLA's Vice Chancellor stated that no decision has been made about future home games.
The city expressed disappointment, citing potential economic harm to the community.

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Story summary

The city of Pasadena and the Rose Bowl Operating Company filed a lawsuit against the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) to prevent the relocation of football games to SoFi Stadium.
They seek a restraining order to enforce a lease that extends through 2044, which prohibits termination before its expiration.
UCLA has played at the Rose Bowl since 1982 but is considering a move as early as 2026.
UCLA's Vice Chancellor stated that no decision has been made about future home games.
The city expressed disappointment, citing potential economic harm to the community.