Ryan Barnett, redshirt junior outside hitter, goes up for a hit against Jessup University on April 11 in Firestone Fieldhouse. Barnett led the game in kills with 14. Photos by Kasten Grimm Pepperdine Men’s Volleyball took on Jessup University for the second time and came out on top once again April 11 in Firestone Fieldhouse. Ryan Barnett, redshirt junior outside hitter, … [Read more...] about Men’s Volleyball Sweeps Jessup to Secure Series Win
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Pepperdine Community Reflects on the Lingering Impact of the COVID-19 Shutdown on Mental Health
Five years ago, the world changed forever.As the fifth anniversary of the COVID-19 shutdown rounds the corner, Pepperdine professors and students are reflecting on the shutdown’s lingering impact on the lives of college students. First-year Sophie Rodgers said she was 14 at the height of the shutdown and those abnormal years of development had lasting effects. “We … [Read more...] about Pepperdine Community Reflects on the Lingering Impact of the COVID-19 Shutdown on Mental Health
Out Of The Gym: How Athletes Have Fun
When the game ends, the adventures begin — athletes recharge with passions beyond their sport.When they're not breaking records, Pepperdine athletes strive to maintain a personal life filled with hobbies, interests and friendships. Freshman sprinter Tatiana Potter said it's important for athletes to find an identity and community that differs from their athletic … [Read more...] about Out Of The Gym: How Athletes Have Fun
Baseball Falls to Cal Poly
On a cloudy Malibu day, Pepperdine Baseball fell short against California Polytechnic State University at Eddy D. Field Stadium on March 25.Freshman infielder Danny Cook had one of the two runs for Pepperdine and said the team is high-spirited, and focusing on themselves will be crucial for the betterment of their game. "We have to focus on ourselves," Cook said. "And not worry … [Read more...] about Baseball Falls to Cal Poly
The Struggles of Recovery
Sports injuries can feel like looking up a narrow and winding staircase. Pepperdine athletes who have walked through the struggle of recovery said they are asking themselves a similar question and advocating for the mental aspects of injury that accompany the physical. Hannah Bruner, sophomore cross country and track athlete said her initial hurdle surrounding her injury was … [Read more...] about The Struggles of Recovery
