Photo by Matt BentonLast week, the Graphic’s very own John Lawlor published an article addressing not only Pepperdine’s lack of a football team, but also the deeper issue behind the student body’s apathy toward sporting events. Although this open letter isn’t about a football team, the Pepperdine Graphic or Lawlor’s wonderful op-ed piece — … [Read more...] about From Firestone, With Love: Reflecting on the 2014-2015 Men’s Basketball Team
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Women’s Basketball Prepares for Victory
Photo courtesy of Pepperdine AthleticsWhen talking about WCC women’s basketball, you have to consider one very important fact: the chances of a team other than Gonzaga or BYU winning the tournament or the regular season standings is very, very slim. The last time a non-Gonzaga or BYU team won the conference tournament was all the way back in 2008. Pepperdine last won the … [Read more...] about Women’s Basketball Prepares for Victory
Coach Wilson Ready to Roll
Photo by Zach Le Marty Wilson first stepped his soles on the Pepperdine court in 1985, and his heart never really left. After four years on the court, Wilson stamped the record book as fifth (now ninth) in all-time assists before he transitioned to the sideline as an assistant coach for 21 years. Most of his college years he played under his old head coach, Coach Tom Asbury. … [Read more...] about Coach Wilson Ready to Roll
Spring Sports Postseason Roundup
WCC Tournament Winners No. 19 women's tennis (17-6) is guaranteed a spot in the NCAA tournament this year after winning first place in the WCC tourney for the 25th time in program history. The squad swept No. 53 Portland yesterday in the WCC finals. The official NCAA bracket will be announced Tuesday with matches beginning May 9 in Waco, Texas. No. 22 women's golf won its … [Read more...] about Spring Sports Postseason Roundup
1, 2 Count But Not Out
Photo by Gabriella ChanBaseball resumed West Coast Conference action this past weekend against PCH Cup rival Loyola Marymount University. The Waves hosted the Lions in a weekend three-game series, ultimately losing the Wells Fargo PCH Cup event two games to one. Almost halfway into the season, the Waves are now 11-14 overall and 2-4 in West Coast Conference play after two … [Read more...] about 1, 2 Count But Not Out