Photos by Brandon Scheirman Coming off a decisive 6-1 win against San Diego State on Saturday, women’s tennis shares the secret to a successful season: a team that works together wins. This simple concept is a lot easier said than done. On this nine-girl team there is a lot of star-power, potential, competitive drive and tennis skirts. The Pepperdine athletes come from a … [Read more...] about Women’s tennis rallies as one team
Senior Na swings for the greens
Photo Courtesy of Pepperdine AthleticsSenior golfer Grace Na is gearing up to take her last strokes of collegiate golf before beginning a promising professional career after graduation. The three time All-American and three time winner of the WCC Player of the Year Award has completed her senior season on a high note with low marks. “Senior season has been a blessing for … [Read more...] about Senior Na swings for the greens
Mr. All-American crowns a runner
Photos by Arin DeGroff “Thrilling. Exciting. Everything you could have imagined,” volleyball player and MC Matt West, a junior, said in regards to the 2014 Mr. All-American pageant. For those who are unfamiliar with the event, the annual springtime beauty pageant is a competition between freshman male athletes for the coveted title as the quintessential “All-American” … [Read more...] about Mr. All-American crowns a runner
The three sides of Willie the Wave
Photo by Marisa Padilla The title of collegiate mascot comes with great responsibility. It is an honor suited only for those with the highest caliber of school-spirit. Pepperdine’s own Willie the Wave is no exception. As the No. 1 fan, Willie is a beacon of enthusiasm and passion on and off the sideline. Mascots unify students and provide a symbol for fans watch. Although … [Read more...] about The three sides of Willie the Wave
Waves hit the shore with a win
Photos by Allison Hubbard The Waves assumed their natural place last week on top and on the shore. The No.1-ranked sand volleyball team dominated the Zuma court this weekend with decisive wins over unranked Cal State Northridge and No. 2 Southern California on Saturday. The sand volleyball team took the first AVCA Championship in 2012 and returned to the championships in … [Read more...] about Waves hit the shore with a win