Overwhelmed, mentally exhausted, worried about academics and burdened by high expectations.These emotions are just some of the difficulties many athletes and the NCAA have said are consistently challenging many student-athletes. With this reality, schools have started providing more support for athletes in recent years.This year, NCAA athletes' mental health concerns are down … [Read more...] about Athletics Addresses Mental Health for Student-Athletes
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Pepperdine Athletics Completes Trip to Panama
In July of 2023, Pepperdine Athletics completed its first mission trip to Panama. Led by Jordan Holm, assistant director of athletics and chaplain, with help from Jenna McPherson, assistant director of business operations and special events, the event consisted of various volunteer activities with an emphasis on church work. "Everyone coming out of the trip … [Read more...] about Pepperdine Athletics Completes Trip to Panama
Head Coach Scott Wong Looks To Grow His Players’ Athletic Abilities and Character
Pepperdine Women's Indoor Volleyball Head Coach Scott Wong celebrates in the background after his team scored a point against USF on Oct. 29, at Firestone Fieldhouse. Wong said he tries to help his athletes in all areas of life, not just volleyball. Photo by Colton Rubsamen Pepperdine Women’s Indoor Volleyball Head Coach Scott Wong has coached the Waves for the past eight … [Read more...] about Head Coach Scott Wong Looks To Grow His Players’ Athletic Abilities and Character
Women’s Volleyball Falls to PCH Cup Rival Loyola Marymount
Pepperdine Women's Volleyball huddles around Head Coach Scott Wong after Pepperdine called a timeout at Firestone Fieldhouse in a game against LMU on Nov. 11. The Waves lost to the Lions 3-1. Photos by Chloe Chan Pepperdine Women’s Volleyball lost to Loyola Marymount University 3-1 on Nov. 11 at Firestone Fieldhouse. The Waves are now 18-8 on the season with a 9-6 against … [Read more...] about Women’s Volleyball Falls to PCH Cup Rival Loyola Marymount
No. 9 Pepperdine Men’s Water Polo falls to No. 5 USC in close 13-11 game
Raleigh Runnels Memorial Pool, home of the Pepperdine Men's Water Polo team, sits empty before the game on Oct. 22. Two more games will be played here before the end of the season. Photo by Caitlyn Garcia No. 9 Pepperdine Men’s Water Polo lost to No. 5 University of Southern California with a score of 13-11 on Oct. 22 at Raleigh Runnels Memorial Pool. This loss puts the Waves … [Read more...] about No. 9 Pepperdine Men’s Water Polo falls to No. 5 USC in close 13-11 game
