When you say “World Cup,” and “FIFA,” what else comes to mind but ESPN? However, very soon this relationship may cease to exist. Although ESPN had already paid FIFA an estimated $425 million for the 2010-2014 tournaments the rights to the 2015-2022 tournaments last Friday were sold to North American broadcasters Fox and Telemundo for $1.2 billion. The deal would include rights … [Read more...] about World Cup deals finalized
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Cross country team improves the record
The Pepperdine cross-country team continues to impress its fans by successfully accomplishing the West Coast Conference Championships on Saturday, Oct. 29. Senior Kenny Smith was one of the first members of the team to cross the finish line. The Waves senior Lauren Lodge distinguished her performance at the tournament by finishing fifth at the league meet and … [Read more...] about Cross country team improves the record
Rugby looks to repeat reign as Division II champs
Pepperdine’s rugby team has started the season strong since winning the Division II Southern Section Championship last year. The Waves crushed the visiting Azusa Pacific University Cougars 43-6 in their first preseason game Saturday, Oct. 8 followed by a 24-15 victory over rival Cal State Fullerton, Saturday, Oct. 15, at Fullerton. By the second half of the Oct. 8 game, head … [Read more...] about Rugby looks to repeat reign as Division II champs
Spartan Race comes to Malibu
Who doesn’t like to be challenged? Who doesn’t like to prove they are a survivor? Who doesn’t like to have fun? Competitors can prepare to be tested Nov. 19, when the Spartan Race comes to Malibu. The Spartan Sprint is a light form of the race and will be hosted at the famous Calamigos Ranch. Started in 2010, the Spartan Race is one of the world’s leading obstacle course … [Read more...] about Spartan Race comes to Malibu
Team struggles to find rhythm
Struggling through the weekend against top competition, the No. 5-ranked men’s water polo team finished the SoCal Tournament 1-3, with each match decided by 3 points or fewer. The Waves began the tournament with a narrow 11-9 victory over the host team, Long Beach State, on Saturday. They started off hot, jumping to a 6-2 lead in the first quarter, but at the half the Waves … [Read more...] about Team struggles to find rhythm
