Art by Vivian Hsia Transparency Item: The Perspectives section of the Graphic is comprised of articles based on opinion. This is the opinion and perspective of the writer. Mixed Martial Arts started as a fringe sport — its humble beginnings were at UFC in Denver, with a measly audience of just 7,800. Fighters from across the world from different disciplines like Taekwondo, … [Read more...] about Opinion: Combat Sports Make People Less Violent
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Pepperdine Athletes Step Back from Injuries
Junior Isabel Montoya, women's basketball point guard, poses with a basketball. Montoya said she's expressed resilience and stillness in her recovery. Photos by Lucian HimesJunior Isabel Montoya, women’s basketball point guard, said her first experience with basketball was playing pickup in elementary school.“It was the first sport where I really had to prove … [Read more...] about Pepperdine Athletes Step Back from Injuries
Men’s Volleyball Takes Care of Business in 3-0 Sweep
Junior middle blocker Anderson Fuller and redshirt sophomore Eli Crane go up for a block against Cal Lutheran at Firestone Fieldhouse on April 1. Fuller had four block assists, and Crane merited two assists and a single solo block. Photos by Brandon RubsamenMen's Volleyball earned a 3-0 victory over Cal Lutheran at Firestone Fieldhouse on April 1.Following two away losses on … [Read more...] about Men’s Volleyball Takes Care of Business in 3-0 Sweep
Pepperdine Women’s Tennis Shows Depth During Pre-Season Play
The Pepperdine's Women's Tennis Team comes together before a match at the Ralphs-Straus Tennis Center on March 5. The Waves defeated Oklahoma State and continued their four-game win streak with a score of 4-1. Photo courtesy of Pepperdine AthleticsPepperdine’s Women’s Tennis Team excelled during pre-conference play and has swept The West Coast Conference weekly … [Read more...] about Pepperdine Women’s Tennis Shows Depth During Pre-Season Play
The Graph: Plot Points March 17 Edition
Via Apple Podcasts | Via Spotify | Via Stitcher After the release of the March 17 print edition of the Graphic, host Joe Allgood and News Editor Samantha Torre, Perspectives Editor Emily Chase, Life and Arts Editor Tanya Yarian and Sports Editor Jerry Jiang sit down and talk through the entire Pepperdine Graphic, giving the rundown on Pepperdine's biggest stories. Grab a … [Read more...] about The Graph: Plot Points March 17 Edition
