Dan Marella, Swim/Dive head coach, leans down at Raleigh Runnels Memorial Pool on Oct. 2, 2024 to talk to his swimmers during the Rodionoff Invite. Marella has been with the program since September 2022, according to Pepperdine Athletics. File photos by Mary Elisabeth ('25) Editor's Note: This article was updated March 17, 2026. The update included quotes from Dan … [Read more...] about Pepperdine Athletics Officially Hires Swim/Dive Head Coach
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Women’s Swim and Dive Chasing Swells of Success in 2025
Dominance in the water isn’t new for Pepperdine Women’s Swim and Dive team – it’s becoming program tradition. After securing their third conference title in the past four years with the Mountain Pacific Sports Federation (MPSF) championship, the Waves want to continue building the legacy down at Raleigh Runnels Memorial Pool. “We're just very fortunate, and we are very … [Read more...] about Women’s Swim and Dive Chasing Swells of Success in 2025
Pepperdine Swim and Dive Named CSCAA Scholar All-America Team for 19th Consecutive Semester
For the 19 consecutive semesters, the Pepperdine Women’s Swim and Dive team has once again proven that excellence extends beyond the pool.The swim and dive team has been recognized by the College Swimming and Diving Coaches Association of America (CSCAA) as a Scholar All-America Team, an honor awarded to programs that achieve a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher. With an … [Read more...] about Pepperdine Swim and Dive Named CSCAA Scholar All-America Team for 19th Consecutive Semester
Students, Faculty Navigate Housing Losses
For junior Vivian Vallely, Jan. 7 was supposed to be a fun day at Disneyland with her teammates. Vallely and her roommate returned to Pepperdine early from winter break to practice with the Women’s Swim & Dive team. Instead, Vallely and her roommate would become part of the 45 confirmed Pepperdine students who lost their homes as a result of last week’s fires, … [Read more...] about Students, Faculty Navigate Housing Losses
Women’s Swim and Dive Collects a Win Over the Westmont Warriors
As the meet was underway, energy was bright as the Pepperdine's Women Swim and Dive team kickstarted their dual-meet against Westmont College's Women's Swim team, concluding with a dominant overall score of 194-75.Competing in a total of 14 events, Pepperdine showcased their versatility in their athletes' ability to dominate throughout the meet. Head Coach Ellie Monobe said the … [Read more...] about Women’s Swim and Dive Collects a Win Over the Westmont Warriors