It is no secret that Pepperdine's campus underwent serious renovations during the summer months. One of these renovations as described in the Aug. 31 Graphic was the construction of the new weight room built exclusively for Division 1 athletes as well as the hiring of a nutritionist and physical trainer. Although the Graphic story suggested a relationship … [Read more...] about Athletic facility funding was previously allocated
Sports
First and only home meet proves successful
In their first and only home meet of the season at Alumni Park the Pepperdine cross country team outran their competitors by a significant margin and set the tone for what is yet to come this season despite unforseen cuts to the men's track team at the end of their 2008-2009 season. "It was our first opportunity to see what the pecking order is on the team and we had some … [Read more...] about First and only home meet proves successful
Waves tennis takes to the courts
The men's tennis team has high hopes this year after coming off of an impressive 2008-2009 season. The team had numerous accomplishments this past year specifically senior Bassam Bedias and then-senior Omar Altman who became NCAA All-Americans in both singles and doubles. The Waves also have two nationally ranked players according to the Campbell/ITA National Pre-Season Div. I … [Read more...] about Waves tennis takes to the courts
Swimmer dives into success
Everyone has a special talent.Whether it's showcased in sports the arts the classroom or anywhere in between we all have something that makes us proud. In a sense each and every one of us has a gift that keeps on giving. Some are gifted with the ability to dance gracefully across a stage in a French ballet. Others have instincts for a game that just cannot be taught or … [Read more...] about Swimmer dives into success
Senior beats injury to shine on field
SCOTT LAWRENCEStaff Writer Injuries are an inevitable occurrence in the world of sports. Some can sideline athletes for life, while others may only give them a bruise. But, whether people like it or not, they just happen. Six games into the ’06 fall season, Waves soccer star Samantha Hire became yet another athlete stripped from participating in the sport she loved. Hire … [Read more...] about Senior beats injury to shine on field
