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
Polo team strives to stay above water
SHUHEI MATSUOAssitant Sports Editor Chase Heger/Staff Photographer Facing two of the top-ranked teams in the nation this weekend, the Pepperdine water polo team hoped to make a miracle for the final weekend at home for this campaign. However, fourth-ranked UCLA and the nation’s best, University of Southern California, sank the Waves’ hope deep in the pool when they defeated … [Read more...] about Polo team strives to stay above water
A League of Their Own
Pepperdine students spend Saturdays playing ‘old man softball’ and having fun in the Agoura Hills Adult Softball League. JANE LEESports Editor Tucked away in the city of Agoura Hills is Chumash Park. Every Saturday, this park is filled with kids running around and dogs jumping up and down while the ever-so-sweet sound of a ball hitting a bat can be heard on the baseball … [Read more...] about A League of Their Own
Behind the Scenes with Patrick Spurgin
Men’s Basketball Team Manager ZACH ENGLUNDStaff Writer Whenever the Pepperdine men’s basketball team takes the floor, whether it’s during practice or an actual game, everything is right where it should be. The balls are in place, the jerseys are washed, the towels are lined up and the clock is set, so the team can always begin promptly as scheduled. But all of those things do … [Read more...] about Behind the Scenes with Patrick Spurgin