By Jill OberlyStaff Writer This Saturday after Firestone Fieldhouse is converted from a basketball court to a volleyball venue, the men’s volleyball team will battle UC Irvine for an improbable third time this season. The No. 8 Anteaters walked away victorious in the first meeting, but the Waves reclaimed the upper hand in the second. The game has a late 8 p.m. start because … [Read more...] about Volleyball still No. 2
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ATHLETE OF THE WEEK
Steven Kleen SPORT: BaseballYEAR: FreshmanHEIGHT/WEIGHT: 6-2/195 lbs.WHAT HE DID ... Kleen is batting .259 and has started all seven games for the Waves on the season. In his one appearance so far on the mound, Kleen threw five innings against Nevada, giving up only three hits and two earned runs. Opposing batters are batting only .167 against the lanky freshman, and he’s been … [Read more...] about ATHLETE OF THE WEEK
Back in the sandlot
By Lindsey BeseckerAssistant Sports Editor Even though the members of the Pepperdine baseball team have left home, they still have plenty of chores. But instead of feeding the dog or taking out the trash, it’s all baseball now. In addition to practices and games, each member of the team has his own job to keep the field maintained to strict Pepperdine standards. Tasks such as … [Read more...] about Back in the sandlot
Waves one step closer to title
By Michael HurlbutAssistant Sports Editor Despite a 78-69 loss at St. Mary’s last Saturday evening, the Waves are virtually in the same position last week as they are this week. They still hold a one-game lead in the conference over Santa Clara. They have four more games, splitting the time between home and the road. Still, it’s one game at a time for these girls. Friday … [Read more...] about Waves one step closer to title
Looking for lucky 13
By Lauren GustusSports Editor Perhaps it’s a good thing that the men’s basketball team is hitting the road this weekend. The change of scenery may do the squad some good. Coming off two wins at Firestone Fieldhouse that were less than stellar, the Waves travel to the Pacific Northwest this weekend to take on Gonzaga and Portland. The Waves take on the lowly Pilots (1-9 in WCC … [Read more...] about Looking for lucky 13