Redshirt freshman defender Kam Pickett clears the ball. Pepperdine's defense was strong in their shutout against UC Santa Barbara. Photos by Mercer GreenePepperdine Women's Soccer took care of business Sunday afternoon versus UC Santa Barbara with an impressive display of defense and a well-balanced offensive attack. Pepperdine quickly gained control of the game with two quick … [Read more...] about Pepperdine Shuts Out UC Santa Barbara 3-0
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Women’s Soccer ‘Playing for Higher Purpose,’ Primed for Big Season
Pepperdine Women's Soccer stands for a team photo after an early morning practice Sept. 1. Through their first six matches, the Waves are off to a flying start. Photos by Ryan BrinkmanIt’s been a short turnaround for Pepperdine Women’s Soccer, who finished the 2020-2021 season April 17, and returned for the first regular season game of the 2021 season Aug. 12. From … [Read more...] about Women’s Soccer ‘Playing for Higher Purpose,’ Primed for Big Season
Waves’ 2020 Olympic Recap: Women Lead the Way
Photo courtesy of Pepperdine AthleticsThe 2020 Tokyo Olympic Games, which took place in 2021, saw a rise of new challenges from the pandemic, with masking, testing and social distancing. Despite the obstacles, athletes rose to the occasion and to the podium.From Pepperdine Athletics, eight former Waves competed at the games. Three women brought home medals for their countries, … [Read more...] about Waves’ 2020 Olympic Recap: Women Lead the Way
Women’s Soccer Misses Opportunity Against BYU
Pepperdine's Shelby Little (in orange) attempts a tackle on BYU's Mikayla Colohan (No. 8) during Saturday's match in Malibu. Colohan, the reigning WCC Player of the Year, provided an assist in BYU's 2-1 win. Photos by Ashton BellPepperdine Women's Soccer came into the April 10 matchup versus BYU knowing it was probably its last chance to impress the NCAA Tournament selection … [Read more...] about Women’s Soccer Misses Opportunity Against BYU
Pepperdine Leads Way in WCC With Eight Ranked Teams
Graduate student Jessica Failla celebrates a point during a Women's Tennis victory over No. 13 Oklahoma State on Feb 26. Failla rose as high as No. 4 in the individual rankings this season and has led the Waves to a No. 5 ranking, one of five Pepperdine programs in the Top 10 nationally. File photo by Ali LevensWhen college sports – along with all of society – shut … [Read more...] about Pepperdine Leads Way in WCC With Eight Ranked Teams