Photo Courtesy of Jordan Holm Typically used to capture wave barrels, cliff jumps, underwater excursions and other shenanigans, the GoPro is a versatile camera that has become a go-to device for many. This summer, the Athletics Department stuck one on a wall in Firestone Fieldhouse. From June 25 to July 27, a crew of about 37 people worked to resurface the wooden court. It is … [Read more...] about Athletics captures gym resurfacing with GoPro
sports
Venture into LA's wide world of sports
LA is one of the greatest metropolitan cities in the United States. Residents and travelers of the City of Angels are privy to a treasure trove of opportunities to explore and experience that keep LA an incredibly lively locale. With millions of different activities to experience, it can be overwhelming to decide what to do with your time in LA. However, some of the most … [Read more...] about Venture into LA's wide world of sports
Junior brings slacklines to Pepp
About nine miles from Pepperdine, just south of the Santa Monica Pier, sits the original Muscle Beach. Junior Ardavan Tavakoli is one of the 50-plus people who flock there on Sundays to work out on the traveling rings, and to set up slacklines. To some, these terms may sound foreign — traveling rings and slacklines — which is understandable, since they have only recently … [Read more...] about Junior brings slacklines to Pepp
Baseball team opens with energetic start
The Pepperdine baseball team has started their season in championship-like form with a four-game win streak. The Waves opened up the season at Eddy D. Field Stadium taking two of three games in a series against the Oklahoma Sooners the then-No. 14 ranked team in the nation. The streak was highlighted by a 10-0 victory Saturday afternoon against the Sooners. The team followed … [Read more...] about Baseball team opens with energetic start
Sever’s success inspired by family
If it wasn’t for his father’s dedication, second basemen junior Joe Sever may never have gotten as far in baseball as he has. During his Pepperdine career, Sever was ranked first among all West Coast Conference infielders with 58 double plays completed and 228 assists. He was also the Waves lone grand slam of 2011. For Sever, playing sports has been something that he has … [Read more...] about Sever’s success inspired by family