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The CrossFit Craze

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Photos by Shawn Jones For some, the thought of CrossFit entails heavy weights, grueling competitions and strong athletes. As a result, many turn away without a second thought. This was true of senior Whitney Gilliam, niece of sports medicine professors Holden and Priscilla MacRae. A few years ago, the MacRaes started to participate in CrossFit and urged Gilliam to check it … [Read more...] about The CrossFit Craze

Waves Compete in Omaha

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Art by Peau Porotesano Women’s volleyball traveled to Omaha, Neb., for the Bluejay Invitational. The Waves suffered a 3-1 loss to Creighton and a 3-1 loss to Wichita State. Despite losses early in the tournament, the Waves finished strong with a 3-0 win against Bowling Green State. Bluejay Invitational: The team traveled to the Midwest for the Bluejay Invitational hosted by … [Read more...] about Waves Compete in Omaha

Sports: Highlight of the Week

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Photo by Marisa Padilla Women’s Soccer // No. 13  Pepperdine defeats University of Kentucky 3-2 in overtime to claim its second on-the-road victory. Senior forward Lynn Williams, named player of the week for the second time this season, finished the game with two goals after an assist from sophomore defender Meagan Harbison. __________ Follow the Graphic on Twitter: … [Read more...] about Sports: Highlight of the Week