Jerald Jones Gets Release From UCLA

Jerald Jones, who started three games at forward for UCLA’s basketball team last season, has been given his release from the university and is expected to transfer to the University of San Francisco.

Jones, a 6-foot 5-inch sophomore from Vallejo, appeared in 28 of the Bruins’ 29 games last season, averaging 4.3 points and three rebounds per game.

“We are now waiting for him to go through the regular admissions process before officially accepting him,” USF Coach Jim Brovelli said.

Jones will have to sit out one season but will have two years’ eligibility left.

Jones, who lettered in both his years with the Bruins, requested and was given his official release from UCLA, the school said Tuesday.