Photos by Brandt MisikPepperdine recently updated and resurfaced their tennis courts, in addition to the other long-term improvements to buildings such as Payson Library and the School of Law. This past summer, the tennis courts underwent the process of painting and resurfacing in what is hopefully the first in a series of improvements to the Ralph-Straus Tennis Center, said … [Read more...] about Tennis Courts Get a Facelift
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Freshman Ashley Lahey Finishes U.S. Open Juniors in Round of 16
Photo Courtesy of Bill Kallengberg After making waves last season by finishing in the NCAA quarterfinal, Pepperdine Women's tennis already looks impressive heading into this year. Especially since one of their two newcomers just completed her second week of college by finishing the U.S. Open Juniors in the round of 16. Ashley Lahey, a freshman from Hawthorne, California, … [Read more...] about Freshman Ashley Lahey Finishes U.S. Open Juniors in Round of 16
Talent Plays a Small Role in Success
Art by Peau PorotesanoPepperdine, by its very nature as a university, is full of multi-talented people, which is why it's easy to feel outmatched by the natural talents of those around you. Talent does play a role in success, as Caroline Gregory's Jan. 7, 2016 article "The Problem With Favoring Natural Talent Over Hard Work" shows, but everyone in the higher tiers in any arena, … [Read more...] about Talent Plays a Small Role in Success
Water Polo Makes Statement at Triton Invitational
Photo Courtesy of Pepperdine Athletics Pepperdine Men's Water Polo started their season strong with two wins over Claremont-Mudd-Scripps and Redlands at the Triton Invitational on Sept. 3, putting them at a 2-0 record. In the first game of the day, the Waves topped CMS 15-8. Junior Kenneth Keller, sophomore Sean Thomas, senior Robert Beck and Redshirt sophomore Jens Cole … [Read more...] about Water Polo Makes Statement at Triton Invitational
Waves Come Away with One Win on East Coast
Photo courtesy of Pepperdine Athletics The No. 25 Pepperdine women’s soccer team hit the road for a short 2-game East Coast trip last week, playing at Maryland on Friday and at No. 3 Virginia on Sunday. In the first match against Maryland, both teams began the match in a competitive battle throughout the first half. Although the Waves and Terrapins traded dangerous shot … [Read more...] about Waves Come Away with One Win on East Coast