Photo by Sean GravesWhen it comes to college sports, being a freshman can often imply inexperience and sitting on the sidelines before stepping up for the big challenge.But this certainly doesn’t apply to the women’s swim and dive team, where 17 out of the 35 athletes on the team are freshmen. And these aren’t just any freshmen. With six seniors bound to … [Read more...] about Freshmen Swim into the Fast Lane
sports
Golf Swings High
Photo Courtesy of Jeff GoldenPepperdine’s women’s golf team started their season on Tuesday, Sept. 15, at the Branch Law Firm/Dick McGuire Invitational, swinging into a 13th out of 18th place finish. Leading the team was senior Marissa Chow, who scored a 219, landing her in a tie for 23rd in the tournament. Chow is already ranked one of the top 20 women’s … [Read more...] about Golf Swings High
Men’s Cross Country Remains Undefeated
Photo Courtesy of Matt MaedaMen’s and women’s cross country competed in the Aztec Invitational this past Friday in San Diego, with the men capturing the team title in the event.The Waves had several standouts in the day, placing four runners in the top six on the men’s side.“The win for our men’s team and program was great. We have expected amazing … [Read more...] about Men’s Cross Country Remains Undefeated
NFL Reality Check: Trudging Through the Turmoils of Pro Football’s First Weekend
Art by Peau Porotesano Ladies and gentlemen, we've made it. Four weeks of underwhelming preseason later, the NFL's 50th season in the Super Bowl Era is finally under way. Although the first weekend of professional football brought hope and joy to most fans, these positive feelings from the start of the NFL season weren't spread to everyone. Somebody — rather, 16 somebodies — … [Read more...] about NFL Reality Check: Trudging Through the Turmoils of Pro Football’s First Weekend
Waves Post More Wins
Photo courtesy of Pepperdine AthleticsRanked 10th in the nation, the men's water polo team hold strong with a solid 3-1 record while simultaneously putting a damper on LMU's record, setting them at 0-5 for the season.In Friday's matchup, the Waves were able to push past their crosstown rival, LMU, claiming the first win of the Wells Fargo PCH Cup for Pepperdine. Trailing LMU at … [Read more...] about Waves Post More Wins