Men’s Volleyball PR department reported Head Coach David Hunt will be stepping down following the conclusion of the 2021-22 season May 5. Hunt led the team for the past five years and the team will continue to search for a head coach for next season.
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No. 8 Men’s Volleyball Three-Game Win Streak Snapped by No.1 UCLA
Men’s Volleyball fell to No. 1 ranked UCLA in three sets. Unfortunately for the Waves, UCLA won the season series on April 9 with a sweep.
Hot Shots: Damian Lillard’s Loyalty is Holding Back the Blazers
Damian Lillard remains one of the few superstars in the NBA that remains loyal to the team that drafted him. Sports Assistant Editor Jerry Jiang explains that while Lillard’s loyalty is appreciated, he should leave the Blazers for his and the team’s sake.
Club Sport Athletes Compete and Find Community
Pepperdine Campus Recreation offer students club sports as a way to find community through competitive sports. In the spring semester, teams such as the surf team, club tennis, women’s lacrosse, rugby and Esports are all available for Pepperdine students.
Where Are They Now?: Kessler Edwards Shines in NBA Rookie Campaign
The Brooklyn Nets selected Kessler Edwards No. 44 overall in the 2021 NBA Draft. Edwards made his NBA debut versus the Golden State Warriors on Nov. 16, 2021, where he became the first NBA player from Pepperdine since Alex Acker.
‘Culture Wins Championships,’ Swim and Dive Secures First Championship in Program History
Pepperdine Women’s Swim and Dive team made history when the team won its first Pacific Coast Swim and Dive Championship in program history in February. After falling short three straight years, Head Coach Ellie Monobe said the team culture played a pivotal part in the win.
No. 7 Men’s Volleyball Sweeps George Mason in Convincing Fashion
Men’s Volleyball swept George Mason on March 11 following their loss at McKendree. The Waves’ success was the result of a much different starting lineup.
S2E7: Pepp Basketball Ends, NBA MVP Race and Calvin Ridley Suspension (Jerry Jiang Guests)
Guest Jerry Jiang joins the show to discuss Pepperdine and professional sports with co-hosts Karl Winter and Austin LeDe. The trio breaks down the NBA MVP race before Karl and Austin move into NFL storylines — wide receiver Calvin Ridley’s suspension and major trades that sent Russell Wilson and Carson Wentz packing.
Jay Yoon Reflects on Four Years at Pepperdine
Men’s Basketball senior guard Jay Yoon tells his story about his Korean American heritage and how he carries himself on the court every day. Being one of the few Asian Americans in college sports, Yoon said he hopes to make an impact on future Asian American athletes.
No. 7 Men’s Volleyball Stuns No. 5 USC in Five-Set Thriller
Pepperdine Men’s Volleyball won a thrilling five-set match versus the University of Southern California on Feb. 23. The Waves had three players in double-digits in kills and sophomore middle blocker Anderson Fuller and sophomore setter Bryce Dvorak had seven blocks apiece.
