If there is a sport that has the perfect mix between a physically demanding competitiveness and an element of unexpected twists, Pepperdine Beach Volleyball could be up in the rankings. The athletes have mastered the art of the beautiful sport while building a tight-knit, uplifting family that embodies the values of Pepperdine University. In anticipation for their upcoming … [Read more...] about Pepperdine Beach Volleyball: Attack the Elements
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Women’s Beach Volleyball Looks to Bring Back WCC Title
Pepperdine Women’s Beach Volleyball started its 13th season with the Pepperdine Challenge on Feb. 24, at the Marie Canyon Courts. After coming close to a conference title the past couple seasons, members of the team said, through their more developed roster and strong team chemistry, they are ready to bring back the WCC title to Pepperdine for the first time since … [Read more...] about Women’s Beach Volleyball Looks to Bring Back WCC Title
2022-23 Spring Season: A Look Ahead
Junior libero Trey Cole celebrates after the Waves win a point against Princeton on Jan. 16, at Firestone Fieldhouse. The Men's Volleyball team has a current standing of 4-0. Photo by Lucian Himes The spring 2023 athletic season started off with a bang — Men’s Volleyball is undefeated, having swept all four of their matches so far. After a strong performance in the ITA … [Read more...] about 2022-23 Spring Season: A Look Ahead
Jordan Benoit: A Student Athlete Finding Balance
Jordan Benoit poses on the beach for the Pepperdine Beach Volleyball Team’s media day in February 2022. Benoit said the best part about beach volleyball is how often she is able to spend time in nature by the water. Photo courtesy of Jordan Benoit Jordan Benoit, a Pepperdine junior beach volleyball player, said she can attest to the difficulties that come with being a student … [Read more...] about Jordan Benoit: A Student Athlete Finding Balance
Pepperdine Leads Way in WCC With Eight Ranked Teams
Graduate student Jessica Failla celebrates a point during a Women's Tennis victory over No. 13 Oklahoma State on Feb 26. Failla rose as high as No. 4 in the individual rankings this season and has led the Waves to a No. 5 ranking, one of five Pepperdine programs in the Top 10 nationally. File photo by Ali LevensWhen college sports – along with all of society – shut … [Read more...] about Pepperdine Leads Way in WCC With Eight Ranked Teams