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Athletes Pick Up Their Pace with Energy Drinks

2 months ago | pepperdine-graphic.com | Megan Harkey

Pushing through a three-hour practice and one-hour lift on a Monday after cramming for an exam the night before has proven difficult or even dangerous for some athletes. However, Pepperdine student-athletes have found a way to keep their energy high even when they are not completely rested. Energy drinks like Celsius, Monster or Reign provide a heavier kick than the average cup of coffee.
Men's Volleyball Sweeps Missouri S&T in Season Opener

Jan 15, 2025 | pepperdine-graphic.com | Megan Harkey

Pepperdine Men’s Volleyball started the semester with a 3-0 win against Missouri Science & Technology at Firestone Fieldhouse on Jan. 13. The Waves came out with energy and excitement as they have been waiting to play their first game all weekend. “We’ve had great resilience, and it feels really comfortable to be back in the gym,” Head Coach Jonathan Winder said. The Waves won the first set 25-12 and kept the same energy to win the next two.
New Faces with the Same Mindset: Women's Tennis Welcomes New Waves

Nov 13, 2024 | pepperdine-graphic.com | Megan Harkey

For the fall tennis season, Pepperdine Women’s Tennis now has their youngest team in years with four freshman. Even with their new teammates, the Waves are planning to continue their domination in the West Coast Conference. The new faces include freshmen Taylor Goetz, Liam Oved, Duru Söke and Alexia Harmon. Harmon is from Las Vegas and was the No. 6 recruit in the nation, according to Pepperdine Athletics. “I think we’ve played two or three individual tournaments,” Harmon said.
Women's Volleyball Falls to LMU for the Second Time This Season

Nov 13, 2024 | pepperdine-graphic.com | Megan Harkey

Pepperdine Indoor Women’s Volleyball lost 1-3 against LMU at Firestone Fieldhouse on Nov. 7. In their previous matchup Oct. 12 at Gersten Pavilion, the Waves lost 2-3. After losing the first match of the PCH Cup, the Waves were looking for a comeback win and won the first set handily, but could not finish. “We fought and competed, but we just need a better start and better adjustments in the beginning,” Head Coach Scott Wong said.
An All-American All Around: Savannah Broadus Excels in Her Time as a Wave

Oct 10, 2024 | pepperdine-graphic.com | Megan Harkey

In the final set point of a qualifying match for the 2024 ITA Women’s All-American Championships, the crowd is silent as a serve is up in the air. A rally ensues as both sides try to keep the ball in their lines. With a final swing, a winner is named in the third set of the match. An extreme sight to watch, but it is just another match for senior Pepperdine Women’s Tennis player, Savannah Broadus. “I’ve never been one to look too much at rankings,” Broadus said.
Pepperdine Indoor Women's Volleyball Goes 2-0 to Finish the Asics Classic

Sep 26, 2024 | pepperdine-graphic.com | Megan Harkey

Pepperdine Indoor Women’s Volleyball defeated Omaha in a reverse sweep of 2-3 Sept. 14 at Firestone Fieldhouse. Although the Waves trailed in the first two sets, they were able to come back for a win in the last three by 25-15, 25-20, and 15-11, according to Pepperdine Athletics,to get their first home win of the season. “That was not our finest moment but it really was an eye opener for us on our strengths versus our weaknesses,” senior libero Trinity Stanger said.
Women's Indoor Volleyball Falls to No. 2 Stanford in Four Sets

Sep 25, 2024 | pepperdine-graphic.com | Megan Harkey

Pepperdine Women’s Indoor Volleyball lost to No. 2 Stanford on Sept. 11 at Firestone Fieldhouse. After a hard-fought four sets, they were unable to come out on top against the top 10matchup. The Waves were able to keep the score close against the Cardinals and held their own, especially in a new lineup rotation. “There’s some really good moments of us connecting and flowing, but we just haven’t been in this lineup,” Head Coach Scott Wong said.
Women's Indoor Volleyball Split Series in a Battle with Hawaii

Sep 15, 2024 | pepperdine-graphic.com | Megan Harkey

Pepperdine Women’s Indoor Volleyball had a series with Hawaii on Sept. 6 and 7 for an ending record of 1-1 at SimpliFi Arena at Stan Sheriff Center. The Waves are now 1-3 on the season but were able to pick up their first win against the Rainbows at their stadium since 1997. The highly anticipated annual matchup did not disappoint as both matches went to five sets and lasted over three hours each.
Women's Soccer Takes Down #3 UCLA for Tim Ward's 300th Career Win

Sep 10, 2024 | pepperdine-graphic.com | Megan Harkey |Christine Park

Pepperdine Women’s Soccer defeated No. 3 UCLA Bruins on Sept. 1 at Tari Frahm Rokus Field in a 1-0 victory. Head Coach Tim Ward also celebrated his 300th career win,which were all in his time as a Pepperdine coach. The Waves have a 3-2-1 overall record and have grown from past games to get to the performance they showed against the Bruins. “We’ve been struggling the past few games and everyone knew just how important this game was to me,” graduate student defender Megan Edelman said.
New Recruits Stamp their Role as Incoming Waves

Sep 5, 2024 | pepperdine-graphic.com | Megan Harkey

Pepperdine has welcomed 86 freshmen and 59 transfers this semester for all sports. For fall sports, Pepperdine Women’s Volleyball has welcomed eight new freshmen and four transfers, Women’s Soccer has gained nine freshmen and Men’s and Women’s Cross Country has six freshmen.