For more than 50 years, the Pepperdine rugby team has been known for being one of the oldest clubs in the University’s history. A four-year-starter and a current MBA student James Conole has lead the team to recent success. Yet, Conole isn’t all about hurdling, breaking tackles or racking up points for the Waves. There is more to this player than his fierce stature, his ability … [Read more...] about Conole embodies Waves’ Pride
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Renewed optimism hits Waves
The baseball team opens its 73rd season, led by Head Coach Steve Rodriguez who is looking to learn and grow from the past few years. The Waves aim to return to their winning ways after experiencing their first back-to-back losing records in more than 30 years. With new freshmen joining the team and returning players providing retooled skills and refined confidence there is a … [Read more...] about Renewed optimism hits Waves
Rousseau leads by faith
“We are hard-pressed on every side, yet not crushed; we are perplexed, but not in despair; persecuted, but not forsaken; struck down, but not destroyed.” The quote comes from the Bible, 2 Corinthians 4:8-9. At first glance, it may appear to be verses that Denver Broncos quarterback Tim Tebow would have written on his black eye black when he played University of … [Read more...] about Rousseau leads by faith
Men's volleyball secures non-conference win over Cal Baptist
[youtube TM_RZexPhX0] MALIBU, CALIF. — Men’s volleyball (7-5, 6-4) ended its three-game losing streak with a 3-2 win over Cal Baptist (3-10) in a non-conference match-up on Feb. 15. What was supposed to be an easy win turned into a battle, but behind junior Maurice Torres’ team-high 26 kills and 12 digs, the Waves claimed the victory. The two teams traded points early on, and … [Read more...] about Men's volleyball secures non-conference win over Cal Baptist
John Terry stripped of captaincy
For those who read the last edition of the DBS report, you know that John Terry is set to face the court soon. However, his trial has “conveniently” been pushed back to July 9, nine days after the end of the European Championship this summer in Poland and Ukraine. The Chelsea captain is on trial because he apparently made racist comments toward QPR defender Anton Ferdinand in a … [Read more...] about John Terry stripped of captaincy
