As the clock ran down to zero against the University of San Diego on Jan. 12, Pepperdine Women's Basketball lost despite a grueling effort. A hard-fought offensive rebound by sophomore forward Amosa Meali’l was quickly followed by a three-pointer by sophomore guard Helena Friend with four seconds left, which set a final score of 57-51, favoring the Toreros. “Physicality … [Read more...] about Pepperdine Women’s Basketball Falls to USD but Not Without a Fight
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Blue and Orange Madness Festivities Return to Malibu
Men's Basketball freshman guard Cord Stansberry hypes up the crowd while surrounded by the cheerleading squad and Riptide Team in Firestone Fieldhouse on Oct. 15. Blue and Orange madness included the introductions for the men and women's basketball teams. Photos by Chloe Chan The annual Blue and Orange Madness tradition returned to Firestone Fieldhouse on Oct. 15. The … [Read more...] about Blue and Orange Madness Festivities Return to Malibu
Hot Shots: Lakers Will Return to Playoffs, Courtesy of Patrick Beverley
It’s been a rollercoaster of an offseason for Los Angeles Lakers guard Patrick Beverley.We all remember the show he put on after winning a play-in game against the Los Angeles Clippers last season. How could anyone forget the image of him standing on the scorer’s table, embracing the Minnesota crowd à la Kobe Bryant after winning his fifth and final … [Read more...] about Hot Shots: Lakers Will Return to Playoffs, Courtesy of Patrick Beverley
Kevin Romar Continues to be Firestone’s Musical Hearth
DJ Kevin Romar poses for a picture at Firestone Fieldhouse on Sept. 2. Romar said he started DJing 10 years ago and got a job with Pepperdine Athletics through his uncle, Men’s Basketball Head Coach Lorenzo Romar. Photos courtesy of Kevin Romar DJ Kevin Romar, age 34 and a native of Long Beach, Calif., first rose to fame as a professional skateboarder, touring … [Read more...] about Kevin Romar Continues to be Firestone’s Musical Hearth
2021-2022 Athletic Season: Bouncing Back
Pepperdine volleyball players celebrate their win in the first set against Lewis in Firestone Fieldhouse on Jan. 28. The Waves collected a 3-0 sweep in this match after a crushing first loss of the season. Photo by Mary Elisabeth The Pepperdine community exchanged their blue light glasses for spirit wear as the return to in-person classes brought about the return of athletic … [Read more...] about 2021-2022 Athletic Season: Bouncing Back