Recent Pepperdine hire Ellie Monobe encourages the UC Santa Barbara Gauchos as she serves as associate head coach of the men's and women's programs. Pepperdine Athletics announced Monobe as the next head coach of the Waves' Swim and Dive program Aug. 8. Photo courtesy of Ellie MonobeThe Pepperdine Women's Swim and Dive program hired Ellie Monobe as its new head coach ahead of … [Read more...] about Waves Swim and Dive Hires New Coach
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Freshmen Lead Swim and Dive to Third Place Finish at Malibu Invite
Photos by Ali LevensWhat was supposed to be a two-day tournament at the Raleigh Runnels Memorial Pool turned into third-place finish at the condensed version of the 10-team Malibu Invite. The two visiting Division-I teams, California Baptist University and Texas Christian University, challenged the Waves in the lanes.Following an astounding victory, 217-66, at the PCSC Relays … [Read more...] about Freshmen Lead Swim and Dive to Third Place Finish at Malibu Invite
Pepperdine Swim and Dive receives overhaul
Photos by Judith BristerPepperdine Women’s Swim and Dive team took second at this year’s conference after a season of increased intensity and improved swim times.The team underwent a staff overhaul this year when long-term head coach Nick Rodionoff left the program after nearly 20 seasons. The new head coach, Joe Spahn said he increased practice times and upped the … [Read more...] about Pepperdine Swim and Dive receives overhaul
Pepperdine Competitors Race in the 2018 Nautica Malibu Triathlon
Photos by Ivy Moore A Pepperdine student and alumna raced in The Nautica Malibu Triathlon on Sept. 15 and 16, marking another successful weekend of the annual triathlon. The race, held at Zuma Beach, welcomes thousands of athletes and spectators from around the country each year. "Swimming in the ocean, biking on PCH and also running are three accessible sports here in … [Read more...] about Pepperdine Competitors Race in the 2018 Nautica Malibu Triathlon
Waves Dive Head-First Into PCSC Trials
Photos by Berkley Mason Women’s Swim and Dive re-entered the water on Saturday for the first competition of the semester. The Waves boasted 36 top-five finishes and won five events overall. During the meet, the team celebrated six senior swimmers for their years of service and dedication to the team. Senior Jessica Mosbaugh took the win in the 100 Butterfly with a :59.12 … [Read more...] about Waves Dive Head-First Into PCSC Trials