Janelle StrawsburgStaff Writer Despite the chilly weather this past weekend, the women’s lacrosse team braved the cold and assembled at Alumni Park to share its passion for the game with young lacrosse hopefuls. Why? Because it’s not just a ball. And it’s not just a stick. It’s lacrosse. And these Pepperdine women athletes love it. They really love it. With the recent … [Read more...] about Passionate spirit boosts women’s lacrosse team
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Volley season set in motion
John Tocci/Assistant Photo Editor Zach EnglundStaff Writer Their reputation precedes them. Expectations follow them. And if history is any indication, Wave fans can anticipate very good things from the Pepperdine men’s volleyball team this season. With a No. 5 national preseason rank, it’s clear that the country sees something in this team that suggests they will be in serious … [Read more...] about Volley season set in motion
Waves fall to USD and USF
David NakagamiSports Assistant It is easy to look at the record for Pepperdine’s men’s basketball team (4-15) and jump to conclusions. The team is too small with just eight players. There’s no one rebounding. They’ve lost two standout sophomores. It’s the coach’s first year. Head Coach Vance Walberg said he wants nothing to do with these excuses. Many coaches would see a team … [Read more...] about Waves fall to USD and USF
Pep swimmers sink Northridge, battle frigid pool conditions
Shuhei Matsuo Assistant Sports Editor “There is a pretty high standard within and outside [of the team],” Dunphy said. “But the standard is on the wall, and it’s a championship. It is an honor that [people] expect us to be good.” The Pepperdine swimming and diving team began its spring dual meet schedule Saturday with another record. But it was not about the time; it had to do … [Read more...] about Pep swimmers sink Northridge, battle frigid pool conditions
Champs seek another national title
Shuhei MatsuoAssistant Sports Editor Eight months after the glory of winning the national championship, the Pepperdine men’s tennis team begins a new journey Friday for another national championship. However, the 2007 campaign opens without some of the team’s top players. “[Losing four players] took away a lot of experience from us,” assistant coach Per Nilsson said. “The new … [Read more...] about Champs seek another national title
