Athletics

Men's volleyball coach John Speraw and his team face significant challenges – such as the nation’s most difficult schedule – in their pursuit of their third NCAA title in five years.

Undergraduate earns high marks in figure skating competitions and in school. Elegant on the ice, she could be on her way to Olympic glory.

In the past year, UC Irvine students, staff and faculty have stepped up in the face of continuing budget challenges and fee increases with innovation, drive and talent. The result? Research breakthroughs, national honors, global outreach, sports firsts – even a Guinness world record. Here are some top 2010 stories.

Anteaters' first appearance in the NCAA tournament ends in double-overtime game in the 'Sweet 16.'

The UC Irvine women’s soccer team defeated Wake Forest University 2-0 Sunday in the second round of the NCAA Tournament. UCI advances to the round of 16 for the first time and will host the University of Washington at 6 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 20 at Anteater Stadium.

UC Irvine men’s and women’s teams roar into the new season filled with optimism, as both squads feature deep and experienced lineups capable of competing for the Big West tournament title in March and a spot in the NCAA postseason play.

Jessica Vaughan is using the dedication needed in being the UC Irvine cross-country team’s captain to succeed a much longer and more difficult race: curbing the epidemic of childhood obesity in the U.S.

Spirit rally, concert and free food draw about 5,000 students to annual party sponsored by ASUCI and UC Irvine Athletics.

David Kniffin '03, men's volleyball assistant coach, helps bring groundbreaking international tournament to UCI.