Photo by Sarah Malone The Waves made a strong defensive showing in their five-set bout with Saint Mary’s on Thursday, defeating the Gaels 3-2. “We jumped on them early,” freshman Jillian Bergeson said. “We kept them from gaining momentum.” The team found success again Saturday against Pacific, sweeping the Tigers. The win is bittersweet with only one home game left … [Read more...] about Team snags win
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Hall of Fame coach retires from indoor, transitions to beach only
After a 31-year stint as head coaching indoor women’s volleyball — including 11 WCC titles and 20 NCAA Tournament appearances — Nina Matthies announced her decision to step down from her position this week. Saturday, Nov. 16, will mark her last time coaching in Firestone Fieldhouse. “At this point in time, I’ve decided to back off a little bit and see how long that goes and … [Read more...] about Hall of Fame coach retires from indoor, transitions to beach only
Underdogs begin to climb
Photo Courtesy of Brandon Choe, Daily Bruin Women’s basketball gains a competitive edge with a new head coach and freshman talent, sparking a solid start The history of Pepperdine has been marked with waves of success, from George Pepperdine’s success at business to the Waves’ success on and off the courts. While the team’s mascot and name identify with the ocean perhaps a … [Read more...] about Underdogs begin to climb
Money makes the NBA stop
For the 2013-14 NBA season, the salary cap (aka the max that teams are allowed to pay their players) is set at a whopping $58,679,000, according to basketball-reference.com. Los Angeles Laker Kobe Bryant wins first for hitting the highest team cap at $30,453,805. Kobe has not played a single game, and no one is quite sure when or if he will play this season — that’s his … [Read more...] about Money makes the NBA stop
Waves finish second in Asics Classic
Photo by Alysha Tsuji Match 1 Women’s volleyball swept Delaware 3-0 in the first round of the Asics Classic on Aug. 30. Junior Katie Messing led the Waves with 15 kills. Her performance was coupled with freshman Ryann Chandler’s impressive 21 digs. The Waves were unrelenting in their attack and defense, notching 56 digs and 46 kills. Messing considered the game … [Read more...] about Waves finish second in Asics Classic