To compete in a collegiate sport is an accomplishment very few college students achieve. Going professional after NCAA competition ends is a feat even fewer athletes accomplish. For most college athletes, the NCAA is the end of the road, leaving them with a major shift in identity, from both student and athlete to neither in a matter of months.For most high school athletes the … [Read more...] about College Athletes Find New Opportunities in Next Chapter
Men’s Tennis Opens Conference Play with Wins
Photo Courtesy of Pepperdine AthleticsThe Men's Tennis team opened West Coast Conference play this weekend with a sweep of Saint Mary's on Friday and Pacific on Saturday. Both series brought the Waves' overall record to 6-7."I am very pleased with how we competed this past weekend," Head Coach Marcelo Ferreira wrote in an email. "Guys are fully embracing the culture and … [Read more...] about Men’s Tennis Opens Conference Play with Wins
Luisa Stefani Sets Goals High in her Sophomore Season
Photos courtesy of Pepperdine Athletics/Jeff GoldenLuisa Stefani finished her freshman campaign at Pepperdine in record-setting fashion, becoming the first wave to ever earn ITA (Intercollegiate Tennis Association) Rookie of the Year. Her sophomore season has continued with some of that same dominance and with added expectations.Stefani is currently ranked #6 in the nation for … [Read more...] about Luisa Stefani Sets Goals High in her Sophomore Season
Rylee Baisden Signs Contract to Play Professionally in Sweden
Photo Courtesy of Rylee Baisden Another Waves soccer graduate has signed a contract to play professionally. Midfidler/Forward Rylee Baisden will leave for West Sweden on April 3, where she will play for Skövde KIK. "I'm excited to be in a new culture," she said. "Being a foreign girl on the team is going to be really interesting." Baisden registered for the NWSL draft … [Read more...] about Rylee Baisden Signs Contract to Play Professionally in Sweden
Beach Volleyball Splits Season Opening Tournament
Photos Courtesy of Jeff GoldenPepperdine's Beach Volleyball team opened their season at Zuma Beach on Saturday, walking away with one win and one loss. The No. 3 pair of sophomores Skylar Caputo and Heidi Dyer contributed wins in both matches. "I thought the team played absolutely fantastic," Head Coach Nina Matthies said. "It was just what we expected, tough competition for … [Read more...] about Beach Volleyball Splits Season Opening Tournament