Call it a beau geste. Since Sunday, I’ve read dozens of Breaking Bad reviews, a handful of them creating parallels to the sports world. Dave Zirin of “The Nation” thoroughly and brilliantly compared Walter White to Lance Armstrong. My NBA-minded perspective is a drop in the bucket. It’s a somewhat empty gesture in terms of the weight it holds, but a gesture nonetheless to … [Read more...] about Walt and MJ rule their games
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Riptide rewards
Photo by Marisa Padilla Freshmen dominate the Riptide leaderboard and look to change the face of Pepperdine sports Student attendance at games has been a pressing issue for Pepperdine Athletics since time immemorial, but have they finally found the answer to their problems in the Riptide program? Riptide was historically a group that students had to pay to be a part of, … [Read more...] about Riptide rewards
Swim hopes to makes tides in pool
Photo by Allison HubbardCollegiate swimming is unique amongst the various sports at Pepperdine for a number of reasons, but one stands out most: the timing and duration of their season. The women’s swimming and diving team, unlike many of the other sports at Pepperdine, started their season in October and held their final event this week. The 2014 Pacific Collegiate Swim … [Read more...] about Swim hopes to makes tides in pool
Brooks travels from Brooklyn to the ‘Bu
Photo by Arin DeGroffAs the Waves Cafe buzzes with laughter, constant conversations, food orders and general mayhem, basketball player Malcolm Brooks unwinds in the corner, keeping to himself and listening to music. To the wavering eye, Brooks receives no attention from the hundreds of students rushing in and out between classes. He muddles around quietly, minds his own … [Read more...] about Brooks travels from Brooklyn to the ‘Bu
Women’s tennis rallies as one team
Photos by Brandon Scheirman Coming off a decisive 6-1 win against San Diego State on Saturday, women’s tennis shares the secret to a successful season: a team that works together wins. This simple concept is a lot easier said than done. On this nine-girl team there is a lot of star-power, potential, competitive drive and tennis skirts. The Pepperdine athletes come from a … [Read more...] about Women’s tennis rallies as one team
