First-year basketball player Kendyl Carson celebrates after winning the Washington Class 3A state title during her junior year in 2019. Carson joined Pepperdine's team this season after playing in Washington and her home state of Alaska during her high school years. Photo courtesy of Kendyl Carson The Pepperdine experience for freshman athletes has been anything but usual. … [Read more...] about Baby Waves: Athletes from All Corners of the Nation Reach Malibu
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Sport and Activity Clubs Remain Active in Malibu and Beyond
Two divers observe a sea turtle during a scuba diving trip. Pepperdine Scuba Club continued activities this semester, and president Kyla Lucey said she even plans to get members certified remotely. Photo courtesy of Jon Feyer Some students believed they would have anything but a normal experience when classes went online. Several sports-related clubs on campus ensured that … [Read more...] about Sport and Activity Clubs Remain Active in Malibu and Beyond
Coach Ward’s Success Runs Deep
Women's Soccer Head Coach Tim Ward instructs defender Erin Sinai during a game at Tari Frahm Rokus Field in 2019. Ward has built a successful soccer program with a winning culture on and off the field. Photo courtesy of Pepperdine AthleticsThroughout his tenure at Pepperdine, Coach Tim Ward has continued to build a successful program that has lasted over the past two decades. … [Read more...] about Coach Ward’s Success Runs Deep
Student-Athletes Lead the Charge for Social and Racial Justice
Art by Madeline Duvall Protests advocating for justice for crimes such as police brutality, institutional racism, education reform and voter education have continued since the death of George Floyd. Collegiate athletes have been leaders working for diversity, inclusion and equality among their conferences and campuses, including student-athletes from … [Read more...] about Student-Athletes Lead the Charge for Social and Racial Justice
Governing Bodies Decide New Normal for Sports
COVID-19 looms in the mind of sports governing officials as they prioritize the health and safety of student-athletes but attempt to return to normalcy. Art by Ally Armstrong Athletes at every level are dealing with the uncertainty and reality that their sport could be canceled and their season over in an instant. Fans are not allowed to attend competitions, and injuries are … [Read more...] about Governing Bodies Decide New Normal for Sports
