Pepperdine Women’s Swim and Dive team made history when the team won its first Pacific Coast Swim and Dive Championship in program history in February. After falling short three straight years, Head Coach Ellie Monobe said the team culture played a pivotal part in the win.
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Women’s Swim and Dive Blows Azusa Pacific Out of the Water
Women’s Swim and Dive swept past Azusa Pacific in their last home meet Jan. 29. The team has two weeks before the PCSC championships in St. George, Utah.
Swim and Dive Fueled by Past, Look to Claim Elusive Conference Championship This Season
After finishing second for three straight seasons, the Pepperdine Women’s Swim and Dive Team is back and motivated to finally claim the PCSC Championship. The team fell in their opening meet to SDSU but placed first at the Rodionoff Invitational, led by strong performances from the seniors and freshmen.
Title IX and Collegiate Sports: Helpful or Harmful?
Title IX, a famous piece of legislation for women in college sports, greatly increases opportunities and financial aid available to female student-athletes. However, the law’s drawbacks and loopholes have drawn criticism in recent years as college sports become more and more expensive.
Waves Swim and Dive Hires New Coach
Ellie Monobe, previously the associate head coach at UC Santa Barbara, takes over the Waves program.
Swimmer Opens Up About Spahn Era
The Waves performed well at the PCSC Relays but had some internal issues before Conference.
Swim and Dive Round out Regular Season With Victory Over APU
Pepperdine’s Swim and Dive team topped Azusa Pacific in their final home meet.
Swim and Dive Head Coach Departs University Following Investigation
While the Waves prepare for conference competition, Pepperdine Athletics made some coaching changes over the winter break.
Pepperdine Swim and Dive receives overhaul
The team took second place at this year’s conference after an extreme makeover.
Don’t Miss This Semester’s Biggest Home Games
In the midst of a season of change, Pepperdine Athletics prepares for a busy first semester