Pepperdine faces challenges in recruitment and competition with some facilities. Still, administrators say it’s “not where you are, it’s who you are.”
Steve Potts
Men’s Volleyball Head Coach David Hunt Steps Down
Men’s Volleyball PR department reported Head Coach David Hunt will be stepping down following the conclusion of the 2021-22 season May 5. Hunt led the team for the past five years and the team will continue to search for a head coach for next season.
The Role of Faith in Athletics Hiring
Pepperdine Athletics does not mandate that potential new employees belong to a faith community, but expects them to display Christian values. Athletic Director Steve Potts and two head coaches speak about how their Christian faith played a role when they were hired, and how it matters in their work now.
Pepperdine Student-Athletes Eager for a Full Season
Pepperdine student-athletes have a full season after experiencing an odd year due to COVID-19. Athletes say they are excited to have a sense of normalcy.
Pepperdine Cross Country/Track Athletes Describe Misconduct of Former Coach
On March 16, Pepperdine terminated Cross Country/Track Head Coach Sylvia Mosqueda but didn’t say why. The Graphic spoke with eight current and former members of the program, who detailed Mosqueda’s history of making sexually, racially and emotionally insensitive comments.
New beach volleyball courts on Pepperdine’s Campus
When LA County removed all beach volleyball nets in efforts to stop the spread of COVID-19 in March, the Pepperdine Women’s Volleyball program got creative.
Pepp Athletics Forges Ahead Despite Fall Sports Postponement
Pepperdine Athletics’ return-to-campus protocol may allow student-athletes to return to training, though it is currently on hold.
Seaver Students Speak up About an Online-Only Semester
After the University announced all fall classes will be online, undergraduates shared their feelings and plans for the upcoming semester.
Swimmer Opens Up About Spahn Era
The Waves performed well at the PCSC Relays but had some internal issues before Conference.
Swim and Dive Head Coach Departs University Following Investigation
While the Waves prepare for conference competition, Pepperdine Athletics made some coaching changes over the winter break.
