Three new head coaches joined the Pepperdine family this past summer, each coming from a multifaceted journey across the country as they bring their past successes and experience to the Malibu campus, eager to unleash their vision upon Pepperdine.At a Division I level collegiate athletic program, pressures and stakes are high as each new season brings forth new challenges and … [Read more...] about Different Visions, Same Purpose Reflected Across Pepperdine Athletics
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Women’s Tennis Head Coach Departs Pepperdine
Women’s Tennis Head Coach Per Nilsson has left Pepperdine. He announced his departure Oct. 29, according to Pepperdine Athletics.After 11 seasons for the Waves, Nilsson is coaching the Gators as the Women’s Tennis head coach at the University of Florida."It has been a dream to work at Pepperdine," Nilsson said. "Leaving this incredible place is nothing short of … [Read more...] about Women’s Tennis Head Coach Departs Pepperdine
Pepperdine Women’s Indoor Volleyball Falls to Tough USD Team
The Pepperdine Women’s Indoor Volleyball team traveled to the University of San Diego for a West Coast Conference rivalry matchup Nov. 9 in the Jenny Craig Pavilion. Despite battling early, the visiting Waves suffered a 3-1 loss to the Toreros.This game seemed a little reminiscent of last year when Pepperdine took down USD in the WCC title-clinching match last year, … [Read more...] about Pepperdine Women’s Indoor Volleyball Falls to Tough USD Team
Women’s Soccer Claims Fifth WCC Title in Program History
They've done it. Pepperdine Women's Soccer are West Coast Conference Champions. For the fifth time in program history, the Waves hoisted the WCC Trophy after a dominant 3-0 win over the University of San Francisco Dons on Nov. 9 at Tari Frahm Rokus Field. All five titles were secured under Head Coach Tim Ward.Ward said he feels like he should've won more titles, securing five … [Read more...] about Women’s Soccer Claims Fifth WCC Title in Program History
Practice Players are Women’s Basketball Unsung Heroes
The 2023-2024 Pepperdine Women's Basketball season came to an end in the first round of the WCC Championships after a loss to the University of San Diego on March 7. The Waves' ended their season with a 5-25 record.This prompted change for the Waves, who brought in a new head coach, Katie Faulkner who aims to make Pepperdine an elite women's basketball program, according to … [Read more...] about Practice Players are Women’s Basketball Unsung Heroes
