UCLA Men's Rugby is gearing up for a fierce afternoon in Westwood this Saturday, November 22, as the Bruins face San Diego State in their final D1A League clash of the Fall Quarter. Kickoff is set for 12:00 p.m. on the Intramural Rugby Field, and the stakes are high as UCLA looks to lock in a statement performance before shifting into winter preparations.

The Bruins and Aztecs last crossed paths at the West Coast Sevens, where UCLA stormed to a dominant 34–5 win. But that early-season scoreline is now old news. With several full matches under their belt and the arrival of newly appointed Head Coach Scott Bracken, SDSU has sharpened considerably. Expect an Aztec side that is more organized, more physical, and hungry to flip the script.

UCLA enters the matchup with confidence, rhythm, and a point to prove. The Bruins have shown flashes of top-end firepower throughout the fall, but this final league outing offers a chance to deliver a full 80-minute performance—fast tempo, clinical execution, and relentless defensive pressure. With the weather forecast clearing, Saturday is primed for high-speed, high-impact rugby. Great for spectators to watch some exciting running rugby!

The B-side matchup adds another layer of intensity to the afternoon, giving the full squad one last competitive hit-out before winter break.
 

Match Day Schedule

• Location: Intramural Rugby Field, UCLA (Westwood)

• Admission: Free — supporters encouraged to arrive early

Saturday's D1A game will be streamed live on the UCLA Rugby YouTube channel, giving fans everywhere a front-row seat to what promises to be a thrilling day of rugby in Westwood.

And the fall rugby isn't over just yet. Although this is UCLA's final league match of the quarter, the Bruins will return to action on December 4 in a marquee exhibition against Belmont Shore Men's Rugby Club, with both teams battling for the prestigious Stu Ledsam Cup—a fixture that has quickly become a highlight on the Bruins' calendar.