Former Wave Quincy McAfee swings during an at-bat for the Billings Mustangs in 2019. After a strong Pepperdine baseball career, the Cincinnati Reds drafted McAfee in the 26th round. Photo courtesy of Bobby Stevens/MiLBDuring his three seasons playing baseball for Pepperdine, Quincy McAfee made his presence known on the diamond. A starter from day one of his first year in 2017, … [Read more...] about Where Are They Now?: Quincy McAfee Takes a Road Trip
Where Are They Now?: Kelley Larsen Eyes the Olympics
Beach volleyball player Kelley Larsen (left) serves the ball during a professional match in Switzerland. After a decorated career at Pepperdine, Larsen became a consistent performer on both the AVP and international pro circuits. Photos courtesy of Kelley LarsenWhen Kelley Larsen arrived at Pepperdine as a student-athlete in 2010, she hoped, like many student–athletes, to … [Read more...] about Where Are They Now?: Kelley Larsen Eyes the Olympics
Where Are They Now?: Stacy Davis Balling Across the Globe
Alba Fehervar forward Stacy Davis attempts a free throw while playing for Pepperdine. After leaving Pepperdine in 2016 as the program's all-time leading scorer, Davis continues to play professionally overseas. Photo courtesy of The Malibu Times After a decorated college career, Stacy Davis occupies quite a few places in the Pepperdine Men's Basketball record books. At the … [Read more...] about Where Are They Now?: Stacy Davis Balling Across the Globe
Baby Waves: Incoming Freshmen Prepare for Next Chapter
Freshman goalkeeper Ellie Sommers (center) makes a save during a club match in high school. Due to the pandemic postponing high school and college seasons, Sommers has not played in a match since December 2019. Photo courtesy of Ellie Sommers Each fall, new students descend into Malibu and prepare to begin their college experience. Among them are student-athletes, who have … [Read more...] about Baby Waves: Incoming Freshmen Prepare for Next Chapter
Summer Training Looks Vastly Different for Team Sports
Members of the Pepperdine Women's Volleyball team come together to celebrate a point during a 2019 match. The Waves have not been able to train together in person ahead of the potential upcoming spring season. File photoWhile most college students use summer breaks as a chance to relax or pick up an internship, the work for student-athletes is just beginning. During the … [Read more...] about Summer Training Looks Vastly Different for Team Sports