Freshman midfielder Fiona McCormick battles the University of California, Berkeley at Tari Frahm Rokus Field on Aug. 20. The Waves picked up a 1-0 win over the Golden Bears to improve to 2-0-1 on the season. Photos by Guinevere HesseThe tide is rising at Tari Frahm Rokus Field — and the Waves are rising with it. This year’s Pepperdine Women’s Soccer team is … [Read more...] about Women’s Soccer Rises to 2026 Season Challenge
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Women’s Indoor Volleyball Hits the Court for 2026 Season
Junior outside hitter Chloe Pravednikov helps assist the dual block for the Waves against Santa Clara with sophomore setter Tristen Raymond ready to support the dig behind her at Firestone Fieldhouse on Nov. 15. Raymond led the team with 30 assists in the match. Photos by Amelie SearsThe Pepperdine Women’s Indoor Volleyball team returned to Firestone Fieldhouse on July 30 … [Read more...] about Women’s Indoor Volleyball Hits the Court for 2026 Season
One Summer, Two Championships: Byungho Lee’s Breakthrough Year
Junior Byungho Lee stands with his trophy from the PNGA Men's Amateur Championship. The tournament was held at Palouse Ridge Golf Club in Pullman, Wash. Photos courtesy of Byungho Lee Winning one prestigious amateur golf championship is an accomplishment. Winning two in the span of a month is a statement. Byungho Lee, Pepperdine Men's Golf junior, did exactly that, capturing … [Read more...] about One Summer, Two Championships: Byungho Lee’s Breakthrough Year
Lizzy Crawford Races Through Pepperdine Track History
Pepperdine junior Lizzy Crawford races for the Waves in the Santa Barbara Gaucho Relays on March 7. In her junior year, Crawford has broken five school records and become the first woman in program history to qualify for NCAA Regionals, according to Pepperdine Athletics. Photo courtesy of Lizzy CrawfordMost runners chase the clock. Pepperdine junior Lizzy Crawford chased … [Read more...] about Lizzy Crawford Races Through Pepperdine Track History
Women’s Basketball Junior Guard Turns Transfer into Triumph in First Season
Junior guard Taija Sta. Maria shoots last second to hit the game-winning 3-pointer against UC Davis at Firestone Fieldhouse on March 19. The buzzer-beater advanced the team to the second round of the Women's National Invitation Tournament, where they would defeat Southern Utah but fall in the Super 16 against South Dakota. Photo by Ava Walton Since entering the transfer portal … [Read more...] about Women’s Basketball Junior Guard Turns Transfer into Triumph in First Season