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UCLA Women’s Basketball Dominates Cal Baptist, Eyes Final Four

3/23/2026

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Cori Close, UCLA women's basketball coach, criticized her team's first-half performance in the 96-43 NCAA tournament win over Cal Baptist.
Lauren Betts led the Bruins with 22 points and 10 rebounds.
UCLA controlled the second half, holding Cal Baptist to nine points.
Close said the team must improve execution and communication.
The win sets up a Monday game against Oklahoma State as UCLA pursues a return to the Final Four.

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Story summary

Cori Close, UCLA women's basketball coach, criticized her team's first-half performance in the 96-43 NCAA tournament win over Cal Baptist.
Lauren Betts led the Bruins with 22 points and 10 rebounds.
UCLA controlled the second half, holding Cal Baptist to nine points.
Close said the team must improve execution and communication.
The win sets up a Monday game against Oklahoma State as UCLA pursues a return to the Final Four.