Pepperdine Swim & Dive alumna Kylie Taylor ('26) prepares to race in February 2026. After returning to swimming after surgery, Taylor lowered her own school record in the 100-yard backstroke during her senior season. Photo courtesy of Kylie TaylorBefore her senior season, an orthopedic surgeon handed Kylie Taylor, Pepperdine Swim & Dive alumna (‘26), a document to … [Read more...] about Injury Revives Athletes’ Appreciation for Sport
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Women’s Beach Volleyball Ramps Back Up With a Double Header
Members of the Pepperdine Women's Beach Volleyball team watch a match during practice. The team is comprised of eight returners and eight newcomers. Photo by Katherine LytlePepperdine Women’s Beach Volleyball kicks off the 2026 spring season tomorrow at 10 a.m. against Vanguard University at the Pepperdine Beach Courts.As the season begins, Head Coach Marcio Sicoli said … [Read more...] about Women’s Beach Volleyball Ramps Back Up With a Double Header
Women’s Beach Volleyball Faces Cal State Bakersfield in Out-of-Season Matchup
Redshirt sophomore Deanie Woodruff makes a play at the net during a team practice on the Marie Canyon Courts on Oct. 3. The practice equipped the Waves for their scrimmage against Cal State Bakersfield on Oct. 18. Photos by Katherine LytleOn Oct. 18, Women’s Beach Volleyball hosted Cal State Bakersfield for an out-of-season scrimmage at the Marie Canyon Courts on the … [Read more...] about Women’s Beach Volleyball Faces Cal State Bakersfield in Out-of-Season Matchup
Eight is Great: Beach Volleyball Prepares for Fall Competition Season
Eight is the lucky number for Women's Beach Volleyball this year. The Waves open their Fall 2025 Tournament season with an even roster split of eight returners and eight newcomers, led by Marcio Sicoli as he embarks on his eighth season as head coach. Pepperdine officially got their season underway on the morning of Oct. 10 at the West Coast Fall Collegiate Pairs Tournament, … [Read more...] about Eight is Great: Beach Volleyball Prepares for Fall Competition Season
Pepperdine Beach Volleyball Secure Dominant 2-0 At Pepperdine Dual
Sitting at 13-13 on the season, Pepperdine Women's Beach Volleyball is rapidly approaching the finish line and the WCC Championships. Before then, the Waves host two final tourneys, the Pepperdine Dual and Dual Days, both at the Pepperdine Beach Courts. Pepperdine opened the Pepperdine Dual on April 18, hosting the University of Oregon and Hope International University. This … [Read more...] about Pepperdine Beach Volleyball Secure Dominant 2-0 At Pepperdine Dual