TAYLOR BIRDSports Assistant Video game developer 2K Sports’ latest offering from its Major League Baseball franchise combines innovative gameplay with dazzling visuals to deliver a fun and authentic gaming experience. And as MLB 2K8 is the only MLB title slated to be released for Microsoft’s system in 2008, it is a must-buy for all Xbox 360-owning fans of America’s pastime. … [Read more...] about Video game puts fans in action against league’s best
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Waves edge Fighting Illini, extend streak
GREG BARNETTSports Editor In front of a large home crowd, the No.-15 Pepperdine men’s tennis team upset No.-12 University of Illinois on Wednesday afternoon, 4-3. With the win, the Waves won their fourth match in a row and improved to 7-6 in dual match play. Head Coach Adam Steinberg said his team played well and is turning its season around after a disappointing start. “Being … [Read more...] about Waves edge Fighting Illini, extend streak
‘Madness’ hits campus: tourney begins today
DEREK SEDAMStaff Writer After months of speculation, anticipation and prediction, 64 college basketball teams will finally start the Big Dance. March Madness and the NCAA Tournament starts today with 16 games throughout the afternoon and evening, and another 16 on Friday. For many, this exciting event is a way of life for a few weeks. Businesses are expected to lose $4.7 … [Read more...] about ‘Madness’ hits campus: tourney begins today
Waves score early, often in Fullerton victory
TAYLOR BIRDSports Assistant Junior Robert Dickmann tossed seven shutout innings and the No.-16 Pepperdine baseball team exploded for nine runs in the first to notch a 13-2 home victory over No.-22 Cal State Fullerton on Tuesday. The Waves (14-5) have won four of their last five games and eight of their last 10. Pepperdine jumped out to a 5-0 lead before making their first out, … [Read more...] about Waves score early, often in Fullerton victory
Coaches go round, players stay strong
CHRIS KOCHMANStaff Writer Freshman Tyrone Shelley takes a deep breath with a countenance of confusion. He struggles to find words as he begins describing the disastrous whirlwind that was the Pepperdine basketball season. “I don’t know if I’ll be back next year, I have to look at all my options,” Shelley says. “I think Pepperdine is a great school and we really have a chance of … [Read more...] about Coaches go round, players stay strong