DEREK SEDAMStaff Writer The coaching search for the men's basketball team was over a week ago, but now it's officially concluded. Former coach Tom Asbury is returning to Pepperdine to replace Vance Walberg and interim coach Eric Bridgeland. Asbury coached the Waves from 1988-94, compiling a 125-59 record along with three West coast conference titles and three WCC Tournament … [Read more...] about Asbury named new basketball coach
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No V-Day love from me
SHUHEI MATSUOAssistant Online Editor You are probably sick of this topic by now, but who said a sports junkie can’t write about Valentine’s Day? This special day for couples may provide much happiness and love, but it also makes some people insecure because it raises more “what if” questions than any other day of the year. “What if my boyfriend and I get into a fight the night … [Read more...] about No V-Day love from me
Pep’s troubles continue with feisty Zags
TAYLOR BIRDSports Assistant A season-best 55.9 shooting percentage was not enough to keep the Pepperdine women’s basketball team from falling 92-85 to conference rival Gonzaga on Saturday afternoon. The Waves (6-17, 1-8 WCC) have dropped six games in a row and 14 of their last 15. Head Coach Julie Rousseau said she is tired of losing but is still optimistic the team can bounce … [Read more...] about Pep’s troubles continue with feisty Zags
Carroll sparks Pep, men top Long Beach
DAVID TESIC/Assistant Photo Editor SHUHEI MATSUOAssistant Online Editor Paul Carroll is back. The All-American on the Pepperdine men’s volleyball team returned to the squad from a hand injury Wednesday and helped the Waves snap No.-3 Long Beach State’s perfect record with a remarkable 3-0 victory. Carroll, who missed eight matches due to a fractured right hand, said he is … [Read more...] about Carroll sparks Pep, men top Long Beach
Golf coach all ‘fore’ contention, fundraising efforts
GREG BARNETTSports Editor The Pepperdine men’s golf team’s spring season begins this week with the John Hayt Collegiate Invitational in Jacksonville, Flor. Head Coach John Geiberger recently sat down with the Graphic to discuss his goals for the team this season, his annual fundraiser tournament and his recent experience caddying for Jason Gore at the PGA Tour’s Bob Hope … [Read more...] about Golf coach all ‘fore’ contention, fundraising efforts