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
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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
Brace Yourself for an AFC Shake-up
Image courtesy of Sports Betting Acumen I may have just mentioned in the NFC preview that the NFL is known for parity, but you wouldn't guess that to be the case looking at the AFC's recent history. The conference has been under the tight grip of a few teams — the Pittsburgh Steelers, Indianapolis Colts, Denver Broncos and especially the New England Patriots — for much of … [Read more...] about Brace Yourself for an AFC Shake-up
Home Cooking for Waves Volleyball
Photo by Terra Atwood For the Pepperdine women's volleyball team, playing at home is something very important to Head Coach Scott Wong and company. Entering the 2016 season, the team has seen a lot of high expectations based on last season's successes. Gone are the growing pains for their young stars, who are now more experienced with a full season in their pockets. For … [Read more...] about Home Cooking for Waves Volleyball