SDSU coach Sean Lewis vows to battle UCLA despite resource gap
San Diego State head coach Sean Lewis said his team will face UCLA in the Rose Bowl without being intimidated by the Pac-12 powerhouse.
Sean Lewis, the San Diego State football coach, addressed the upcoming Rose Bowl clash with UCLA, stressing that his team will not be daunted by the Bruins’ larger resources or reputation. He clarified that the Aztecs are traveling to Pasadena for competition, not sightseeing, and pointed to their recent 53-20 victory over Portland State as evidence of their readiness. While acknowledging UCLA’s strong opening win against Cal and the depth of experience among their starters, Lewis maintained that his own program’s standards and processes are built for success.
He also referenced a motivational viewing of the film “300” with his players to illustrate the underdog spirit. Lewis concluded by expressing respect for UCLA’s coach Bob Chesney while asserting that the game will be decided by the Aztecs’ own performance.
Why it matters
The comments highlight the cultural and competitive dynamics as SDSU steps onto a major stage against a traditionally stronger Pac-12 opponent.
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