Judge allows Rose Bowl lawsuit against UCLA to proceed

A Los Angeles Superior Court judge has denied UCLA’s request to dismiss a breach-of-contract lawsuit filed by the Rose Bowl. The ruling permits the case to continue, with the judge stating UCLA's motion was filed too late. The lawsuit, initiated by the Rose Bowl Operating Co. and the City of Pasadena, claims UCLA is considering a move to SoFi Stadium, and includes allegations of tortious interference by SoFi executives. The case has been ongoing for eight months, and discovery requests from the Rose Bowl are expected to follow. UCLA is committed to playing at the Rose Bowl for the 2026 season but may need to address its contractual obligations in light of the lawsuit.

• 1:48 AMYahoo Sports — In another setback for UCLA, judge rules Rose Bowl lawsuit can proceed