By Erica Sigman Staff Writer After the WASKO tournament, the players of the Pepperdine men’s water polo team left this past weekend with even more confidence and anticipation for the upcoming season. Saturday’s practice tournament gave the team a realistic preview of the battle between three Los Angeles-area teams. The tournament was comprised of scrimmage competitions … [Read more...] about Battle for L.A. begins
Oh, Canada
Our northern neighbor surmounts old stereotypes .By Rudabeh Shahbazi Assistant Perspectives Editor Some people know the second largest country in the world for its breathtaking landscapes, natural resources, tolerance and diversity. But more often in the United States, my peers meet the knowledge of my Canadian citizenship with mockery. Clearly, as the American logic goes, … [Read more...] about Oh, Canada
Soviet sports secrets: Declassified
A former cog in the once-powerful Soviet athletic machine visits Pepperdine. By Kyle Jorrey Sports Editor Dr. Sergei Beliaev, a native of Russia, has a different way of looking at athletes. Where others see flaws and weaknesses, he sees untapped potential waiting to be unlocked by the secrets of the human body. Beliaev is a sports scientist. Beliaev, who visited a … [Read more...] about Soviet sports secrets: Declassified
Elderly drivers risk road safety
By Jordan Morris Perspectives Editor Securing a driver’s license is considered a milestone in life. It marks a breakthrough in teenage independence, responsibility and expectations of maturity. But once behind the wheel, these young drivers assume a social reputation that totters between careless and utterly clueless. To the chagrin of these novice drivers, statistics support … [Read more...] about Elderly drivers risk road safety
U.S. review of Title IX completed
By Lindsey Besecker Assistant Sports Editor Some support it, some are against it. No matter what, Title IX affects every university in regards to gender equality, especially when it comes to athletics. The U.S. Department of Education finished a year-long review of the law in July, confirming points it had previously laid out while looking at newer emphasis areas. The U.S. … [Read more...] about U.S. review of Title IX completed