The Toronto Raptors haven’t seen “glory days” since Tracy McGrady and Vince Carter donned the jersey with the dinosaur. The dynamic duo led the franchise to its first ever playoff appearance, yet shortly after, they took their talents elsewhere. Chris Bosh roared his way onto the squad in 2004. He stuck around for two consecutive first-round playoff outs in 2007 and 2008. … [Read more...] about Started from the bottom now we here
Pepperdine University
Waves host X-Country Champs, finish strong
Photos Courtesy of Pepperdine Athletics Freshman Nick Blanchard leads the men's cross country team and senior Adrianna Davies leads the women's team at this weekend's WCC Championship meet Pepperdine hosted its first West Coast Conference Cross Country Championship meet at Alumni Park on Saturday morning. “I think running on my home turf made it easier because it put me … [Read more...] about Waves host X-Country Champs, finish strong
The court is where the heart is
Photo Courtesy of Pepperdine Athletics Senior David Sofaer follows his passion for tennis from Australia to the United States Marlin and Dory once made a great trek to “P. Sherman, 42 Wallaby Way, Sydney” to find Nemo 10 years ago. During this time, one could also find another talented mate in Sydney, senior David Sofaer. From a young age, Sofaer competed in soccer, … [Read more...] about The court is where the heart is
Rising Star of Suriname
Photo Courtesy of James Francis James Francis is a young rapper, singer and songwriter who is looking to break into an industry as competitive as any other. He has the drive, the raw talent and the backing of a record label, but also the unrefined and at times flawed sound typical of any newcomer to music. Although Francis has been creating music for no more than a few years … [Read more...] about Rising Star of Suriname
Run, Holcomb, run
I ran a 10k this weekend, and it was the worst thing that’s ever happened to me. I ran a 10k for breast cancer on Sunday in Calabasas, and though the cause was wonderful, someone should have told me beforehand you’re allowed to donate to charities without having to run six-and-a-half miles afterward. How this loophole slipped past me I don’t know, but I won’t soon forgive … [Read more...] about Run, Holcomb, run