Photo by Sean GravesWhen it comes to college sports, being a freshman can often imply inexperience and sitting on the sidelines before stepping up for the big challenge.But this certainly doesn’t apply to the women’s swim and dive team, where 17 out of the 35 athletes on the team are freshmen. And these aren’t just any freshmen. With six seniors bound to … [Read more...] about Freshmen Swim into the Fast Lane
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Pepperdine Women’s Soccer Falls to UCLA in the 89th Minute
Despite Junior, Hannah Seabert's four saves and Junior, Kristen Rodriguez's two shot attempts, the Pepperdine women's soccer team fell to UCLA 1-0 off a penalty kick in the 89th minute dropping to 5-3-1 on the year. The Waves came out strong with a high intensity. They put the pressure on UCLA early on in the game. In the 12th minute, Kristen Rodriguez fired the loose ball in … [Read more...] about Pepperdine Women’s Soccer Falls to UCLA in the 89th Minute
Golf Swings High
Photo Courtesy of Jeff GoldenPepperdine’s women’s golf team started their season on Tuesday, Sept. 15, at the Branch Law Firm/Dick McGuire Invitational, swinging into a 13th out of 18th place finish. Leading the team was senior Marissa Chow, who scored a 219, landing her in a tie for 23rd in the tournament. Chow is already ranked one of the top 20 women’s … [Read more...] about Golf Swings High
Men’s Cross Country Remains Undefeated
Photo Courtesy of Matt MaedaMen’s and women’s cross country competed in the Aztec Invitational this past Friday in San Diego, with the men capturing the team title in the event.The Waves had several standouts in the day, placing four runners in the top six on the men’s side.“The win for our men’s team and program was great. We have expected amazing … [Read more...] about Men’s Cross Country Remains Undefeated
Men’s Tennis Finishes With Strong Season
Photo Courtesy of Pepperdine AthleticsPepperdine men’s tennis opened their season strong this weekend at the Oracle/ITA Masters at Malibu Racquet Club and the Battle at the Bay Classic in San Francisco. Junior Guilherme Hadlich and freshman Gabriel Sidney competed in the doubles tournament at the Oracle/ITA Masters. Hadlich and Sidney were ranked No. 8 in the tournament … [Read more...] about Men’s Tennis Finishes With Strong Season