Overview
- Los Angeles Superior Court Judge James C. Chalfant rejected Pasadena’s request for a temporary restraining order, finding no immediate emergency with only one UCLA home game left this season.
- Chalfant advised the City of Pasadena and the Rose Bowl Operating Company to obtain discovery on UCLA’s discussions with SoFi Stadium and to seek a preliminary injunction before future seasons.
- The plaintiffs argue UCLA is bound by a lease through 2044 that bars early termination, and the judge said specific performance could be available if an actual or anticipatory breach is proven.
- UCLA maintains it is evaluating options and has made no decision, while multiple reports describe active talks to play at SoFi Stadium as soon as 2026.
- Pasadena cites over $150 million in stadium investments and bond obligations at risk, as reporting notes UCLA pays no rent at the Rose Bowl but does not receive suite or sponsorship revenue and SoFi sits closer to campus.