It's July 12, day two of the 2021 Major League Baseball Draft. Anticipation fills the air as Bily Cook, former Pepperdine Baseball infielder ('18-'21) and current Pittsburgh Pirates IF/outfielder, eagerly awaits for his name to be called. "This was the first year that they had a 20-round draft. The year before, it was five because of COVID-19, and then before that, it was 40 … [Read more...] about Where Are They Now?: Billy Cook Sizzles at the Major Leagues
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Pepperdine Baseball Falls to Pacific in a Hard-Fought Affair
Pepperdine Baseball dropped the conference opener 9-6 against the Pacific Tigers on March 22, at Eddy D. Field Stadium. The Waves now sit at 5-17 on the season and 0-1 in conference play.All but two players in the Waves' starting lineup tallied a hit on the day, with four players picking up two or more. Where the Waves faltered was with runners left on base, recording 12 in … [Read more...] about Pepperdine Baseball Falls to Pacific in a Hard-Fought Affair
Advancement, Athletics Continue Donor-Funded Capital Projects
A design mockup of the Mountain at Mullin Park shows a new student recreation center and arena replacing the Rho parking lot and part of the Greek housing on Malibu campus. The mockup, shown at the Oct. 6 President's Briefing, depicted one of several capital projects coming in the near future due to the Advancement team's efforts. Photo courtesy of the Oct. 6 President's … [Read more...] about Advancement, Athletics Continue Donor-Funded Capital Projects
Trevor Hinkel Completes Rehab, Earns No. 1 Role
Redshirt freshman Trevor Hinkel smiles during a Zoom call in his Lovernich apartment on campus March 1. Hinkel recovered from elbow surgery to become the Waves' No. 1 starter. Photo by Ryan BrinkmanWhile all of Pepperdine Baseball eventually had its season cut short due to COVID-19, redshirt freshman Trevor Hinkel had his season cut short well before early March. After a … [Read more...] about Trevor Hinkel Completes Rehab, Earns No. 1 Role
Where Are They Now?: Quincy McAfee Takes a Road Trip
Former Wave Quincy McAfee swings during an at-bat for the Billings Mustangs in 2019. After a strong Pepperdine baseball career, the Cincinnati Reds drafted McAfee in the 26th round. Photo courtesy of Bobby Stevens/MiLBDuring his three seasons playing baseball for Pepperdine, Quincy McAfee made his presence known on the diamond. A starter from day one of his first year in 2017, … [Read more...] about Where Are They Now?: Quincy McAfee Takes a Road Trip
