Initiated by the NCAA in 1994, CHAMPS class becomes a requirement and an essential element to success on and off the field for Pepperdine athletes in their collegiate career and beyond. JANELLE STRAWSBURGStaff Writer Banned substances. Illegal contact with agents. Academic regulations. These are just a few of the barriers thrown into the path of the collegiate athlete on the … [Read more...] about Class geared to athletes shares secrets to sucess
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Pep spikes opponents
ZACH ENGLUNDSports Assistant One week into the season for the Pepperdine women’s volleyball team and it has already been an emotional rollercoaster ride for the team and spectators. Nationally ranked No. 19, Pepperdine opened the season with two games against No.-7 Hawaii, which proved to be an immediate test in handling pressure. The Waves came extremely close to an upset, … [Read more...] about Pep spikes opponents
Waves claim second place at Triton Invite
The No.-6 Pepperdine water polo team opened its season at the annual Triton Invitational, where they left with a record of 3-1. SHUHEI MATSUOAssistant Sports Editor The No.-6 Pepperdine water polo team traveled to San Diego this past weekend and opened its 2006 season with a record of 3-1 at the Triton Invitational. Pepperdine dominated Saturday’s two games against Claremont … [Read more...] about Waves claim second place at Triton Invite
Waves defend home turf
Pepperdine soccer team improves record to 2-1-1 after Puma Classic. JEN ISOStaff Writer The Pepperdine women’s soccer team defended its home turf this past weekend, holding the Dayton Flyers to a 2-2 tie and defeating the Ohio Buckeyes 1-0 as part of the Puma Classic. The Waves improved their record to 2-1-1. Pepperdine kicked off Friday afternoon at Tari Frahm Rokus Field … [Read more...] about Waves defend home turf
Behind the Scenes with Dustin Picciolo
PROMOTIONS INTERN, Athletic Dept. JANE LEESports Editor The star point guard. The All-American volleyball players. The studs on the diamond. The fish in the pool, otherwise known as the water polo players. The speedy girls on the soccer field. The national champions on the tennis court. Almost everyone on campus is familiar with these athletes, but now it’s about time to take a … [Read more...] about Behind the Scenes with Dustin Picciolo