Join us on Broxton as we return to our annual March theme for First Thursdays and bring back Game On. You don’t have to be an athlete or sports fan to enjoy and participate, you just have to be GAME!
This months event will feature: Livestream of the UCLA vs. Arizona Men's Basketball Game, Bungee & Rock Climbing Experience, E-Sports, Photo Opportunities and More!
Thank you to our partners: UCLA Recreation/Adaptive Recreation, Sports & Society Lab, Disability Studies, UCLA Athletics, Sender One Climbing, & USPS.
John Wooden (1910–2010) was an iconic American basketball coach, renowned for his unparalleled success at UCLA. His coaching dynasty saw the Bruins secure four perfect 30-0 seasons, embark on an extraordinary 88-game winning streak, clinch 38 consecutive victories in the NCAA tournament and 10 NCAA championships in 12 years, including an unprecedented 7 consecutive titles. Wooden's impact extended beyond the court, encapsulated in his famed Pyramid of Success—a philosophy that shaped not only basketball excellence but also instilled timeless principles of character and leadership. Known as the "Wizard of Westwood," Wooden's legacy resonates as a beacon of achievement, emphasizing not just victories, but the enduring values that define a champion on and off the hardwood.
In tribute to the iconic basketball coach, UCLA crafted four uniquely designed postcards, set to debut alongside the USPS issued commemorative Forever stamp, immortalizing his legacy.Â
This stamp captures a poignant portrait of Wooden, set against a backdrop of the distinctive "UCLA blue." In this portrayal, a player defends a shot, with the jerseys bearing the numbers 4 and 10, symbolizing the Bruins' four perfect seasons and the 10 national championships achieved during Wooden's tenure.Â
Produced in panes of 20, the John Wooden Forever stamp is expected to have a circulation of 18 million. This commemorative release is a lasting tribute to the impact of Coach Wooden's remarkable coaching career.