The sellout crowd was sprinkled with Bruins fans, but they didn't stand a chance in enemy territory. I saw plenty of pregame drinking in the parking lot that came in handy when UCLA Coach John Savage argued a call or even when Bruin first baseman Jermaine Curtis got hit by a pitch. One fan didn't seem to think that Curtis was actually hurt. But the crowd favorite today was the "left-right, left-right" chant that serenaded UCLA players and coaches as they walked back to the dugout.

I don't mean to paint the whole stadium as obnoxious, though. There were just a few very vocal and inspired fans who stood out from the crowd. In fact, the fans showed some pride and goodwill toward a rival, cheering when it was announced that fellow Big West member UC Irvine had won today.

The superfan of the day was an old man wearing a neck brace sitting just left of the press box. Whatever injury he suffered didn't keep him from being the loudest guy in his section.

I sat outside just in front of the press box which, unlike last week in Tempe, was a treat. It was great to catch some sun in 70 degree weather, not 106 degree weather. Being in Southern California, I expect just about the same on Sunday. I just hope to see a more competitive game.