Career Summary
Suited up for 12 games at Saddleback College in the junior college ranks in 2025 before transferring to UCLA ahead of his sophomore campaign … Had 35 tackles, including 10 tackles for loss and 5.5 sacks in his lone season at Saddleback.
2025 (Saddleback College)
Spent his true freshman year at Saddleback College in Mission Viejo, Calif. … ranked the No. 61 JUCO prospect in the state of California by 247 Sports … helped Saddleback to a 10-2 record … played in all 12 games, totaling 35 tackles (17-18-35), 5.5 sacks for 23 yards, 10.0 TFLs, and one fumble recovery … had multiple tackles in his final 10 outings of the year … had two sacks against Mt. SAC on Nov. 29 … had a season-high five tackles at Fullerton College on Sept. 13.
High School
Attended San Juan Hills High School in San Juan Capistrano, Calif. … was the Bravo League Lineman of the Year in 2024 … was a two-time all-league pick.
Personal
Full name: Gavin Joseph Blum ... parents are Justin and Lindsay Blum ... has one sister, Kenadee, and twin brothers Easton and Beckett ... aspires to become a firefighter ... hobbies and interests include golfing, videogames, and snowboarding ... admires Aaron Donald and Steph Curry ... decided to attend UCLA "to stay close to home while playing competitive football, and it's one of the greatest universities in the world."