Celebrating his birthday on Saturday, Feb. 11, with the Junior Waves Club, Willie the Wave has come a long way since the founding of Pepperdine in 1937. 1) Willie hasn’t always been a Wave… Pepperdine first featured Roland the Wave in the Graphic in 1945. Since then, the mascot has transformed into everything from a live pelican to a “large jug of water” to — most recently — … [Read more...] about Willie tells all, history told
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New hand gesture inspires school spirit
Has any one else noticed the new hand gestures that students are using at games? Finally, it seems we have a Pepperdine WAVES hand gesture. While sitting watching a Pepperdine basketball game, I noticed someone holding up the O.K. sign at our boys on the court while chanting, “Ayo Waves!”At first, I was a little confused by people sporting this hand gesture. Maybe we just have … [Read more...] about New hand gesture inspires school spirit
Men's volleyball falls to UCLA
UCLA edged Waves men’s volleyball in an intense five- game match on Wednesday, Feb. 1. The Bruins won with the final score 3-2. The energy in the Firestone Fieldhouse was high when 8th ranked Waves took the court against 3rd ranked UCLA with hopes of a victory in front of their home crowd. This was not just a match up of two great teams, but two legendary coaches were facing … [Read more...] about Men's volleyball falls to UCLA
DBS report: Football association steps up against racism
Recently, there have been two incidents in the Barclays Premier League that have lead hopefuls like me to believe that although instances of racism in this beautiful game are far from over, there is hope that soccer is winning the battle against racism. On Oct. 15, 2011, Liverpool played Manchester United in a 1-1 draw at Anfield. After this match, Liverpool’s Luis Suarez was … [Read more...] about DBS report: Football association steps up against racism
Women's tennis: lady Waves off to a strong start
The women’s tennis team is off to a great start following a win against San Diego State yesterday. Despite the Santa Ana winds blowing in full force, the Waves overcame rough patch to come out on top. “San Diego is definitely a tough team,” Head Coach Gualberto Escudero said, “Last year they beat us for the first time after five years. Now we have to beat them back.” “Plus, … [Read more...] about Women's tennis: lady Waves off to a strong start
