MARC CHOQUETTEOnline Content Manager A new era for U.S. soccer officially began July 21 in Carson, Calif. One man alone has breathed new life into a sport that has struggled mightily to obtain a foothold in the crowded American sports psyche, as British phenom and heartthrob David Beckham removed his warm-ups to enter the friendly match in the 78th minute for the Los Angeles … [Read more...] about Becks will save U.S. soccer
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Pep denied postseason bid; NCAA decision baffles team
ZACH ENGLUNDStaff writer It was a bittersweet weekend for the No.-24 Pepperdine women’s soccer team (11-6-3), blanking the Gonzaga Bulldogs, 3-0, in an impressive victory at home in the season finale Saturday afternoon. It was a great way to celebrate Senior Day, as senior players Lindsey Redlin, Courtney Nelson, Jennifer Brewer, Caitlin Mitchell, Lauren Treinen, Loretta … [Read more...] about Pep denied postseason bid; NCAA decision baffles team
Men back on track with home victory
SHUHEI MATSUOAssistant Sports Editor The Waves have forgotten how to lose in Malibu. The Pepperdine men’s tennis team extended its home winning streak to 53 straight games when it dominated Louisville 6-1 on Friday. After dropping a close 4-3 match against No.-4 Baylor on the road Sunday, the team came back home to capture its 54th straight victory at the Ralphs-Straus Tennis … [Read more...] about Men back on track with home victory
Pep brings out brooms, sweeps first WCC series
JANE LEESports Editor If you mention Barry Enright’s name to any one of the eight players on the field with him on Fridays, none is ever short of words to describe the standout pitcher. “He’s amazing,” junior center fielder Adrian Ortiz said of his teammate. “We’ve been together since freshman year, and every time he starts you automatically know we’re almost guaranteed a … [Read more...] about Pep brings out brooms, sweeps first WCC series
Giddy up luck on cowboy golf course
JANELLE STRAWSBURGStaff Writer The thought of spurs sinking into a putting green just doesn’t seem like it would fly at a golf course. However with a name like cowboy golf, the only thought that probably comes to mind is a showdown between Wrangler and Polo. Cowboy golf is known by a variety of names including Snakes and Ladders, Bola Toss and Monkeyball. It involves PVC … [Read more...] about Giddy up luck on cowboy golf course