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Pepp Welcomes Three New Head Coaches

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This year, the Pepperdine Athletics Department welcomes three new head coaches to its staff: Lorenzo Romar, Joe Spahn and Adam Schaechterle.Romar is optimistic about his returnAfter 19 years, Romar returns to the Pepperdine Men's Basketball program. Romar, who spent his college basketball career at University of Washington and played for five years in the NBA with the Golden … [Read more...] about Pepp Welcomes Three New Head Coaches

Men’s Tennis Releases Head Coach Marcelo Ferreira

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Photo Courtesy of Pepperdine AthleticsPepperdine Men's Tennis will not renew for Head Coach Marcelo Ferreira's contract for the 2018-19 season, the University announced on Tuesday.“I want to express my sincere thanks to Marcelo for his dedication and commitment to our men’s tennis program over the past five years and wish him well in his future endeavors,” … [Read more...] about Men’s Tennis Releases Head Coach Marcelo Ferreira

Coach Marty Wilson Leaves Pepperdine Basketball Team

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Head basketball coach Marty Wilson has just been fired. Last season, the Waves saw their lowest win total since Wilson took over as head coach in 2011. Some players, including Kaijae Yee-Stephens, blame the 9-22 record on injury and illnesses that plagued the team Fans could not have comprehend the idea of this season being any worse, but the team is currently sitting … [Read more...] about Coach Marty Wilson Leaves Pepperdine Basketball Team

Brianna Visalli Drafted in 2018 NSWL Draft

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Photos by Arthur Puu Brianna Visalli started her soccer career early at only 4 years old at a local church league called Los Gatos Christian. Now she's playing in the National Women's Soccer League for the Chicago Red Stars. Visalli considered playing abroad after some of her previous coaches advised her that playing in the states was a risk. However, because of her … [Read more...] about Brianna Visalli Drafted in 2018 NSWL Draft

Coach Adam Estrin Strengthens the Athletic Program

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Photos by Zach LeA Division I athlete puts in mental and physical work to break records and win championships. However, no athlete can do it alone, and that’s where Strength and Conditioning Coach Adam Estrin comes in. Adam Estrin contributes a dedication and sense of humor that make the Waves program a place for athletes to grow and progress both mentally and physically … [Read more...] about Coach Adam Estrin Strengthens the Athletic Program