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UCLA kicker Mateen Bhaghani grateful to be part of Bruins’ transformation

UCLA kicker Mateen Bhaghani says he has never experienced a season like the current one with the Bruins and is enjoying the ride with teammates.

By Jordan Puente · LA Times

Published: Thursday, 29 October 2026 at 9:54 PM

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Mateen Bhaghani expressed gratitude for UCLA's historic 7-0 start and the team's cultural transformation.
Bhaghani credited head coach Bob Chesney's passion and attention to detail for uniting the undefeated Bruins.
The kicker has successfully converted all 102 extra-point attempts of his college career.

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UCLA kicker Mateen Bhaghani reflected on the Bruins' 7-0 start under head coach Bob Chesney ahead of their matchup against Nevada. Bhaghani highlighted the team's strong camaraderie and praised Chesney's contagious passion, noting that the coach values every player and inspires complete confidence.

Bhaghani has made all 102 extra-point attempts in his college career and discussed managing high-pressure situations by focusing on small details and routine. He pointed to Chesney's pregame speech before UCLA's road victory at Oregon as his favorite moment so far this season.

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