Pepperdine men’s water polo opens season with national and conference recognition
Waves enter season ranked No. 8 nationally and third in WCC preseason poll as senior Jon Carcarey ea…
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Sharks go undefeated in Malibu Varsity Tournament
Malibu boys water polo goes 4–0, capping the tournament with a statement 10–4 victory over Palisades The Malibu Sharks boys water polo team had a 4-0 lead over Palisades High at the end of the first quarter of their home match on Aug. 29. Once they dove into the pool for the second quarter, the Sh
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Sharks outswim every opponent in dominant tournament showing
Malibu boys water polo team opens season 4-0 after overpowering Conejo Classic opponents Malibu Hig…
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Waves hoops duo take talents to international stage
Pepperdine’s Taija Sta. Maria represents Canada in 3x3 competition while Lina Falk joins Germany’s s…
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Pepperdine wins Division I-AAA All-Sports trophy again
Waves capture the national honor for the third time in five years in a season marked by six conference championships and six NCAA postseason…
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Former Pepperdine star Derek Hitchner captures first Pro Victory
The ex-Waves national champion birdied the opening playoff hole to win the Korn Ferry Tour’s Utah Championship, earning his first profession…
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Waves welcome four new assistant coaches
Pepperdine strengthens its baseball, women’s soccer, volleyball and golf programs with four new coaching additions ahead of the upcoming sea…
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Malibu Water Polo booms as 16 freshmen join the pool
A record turnout fueled by grassroots development and a thriving youth pipeline gives the Sharks their deepest roster under head coach Hayde…
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One school, three coaches, five years: David Mager's Pepperdine story
Senior guard turned a walk-on opportunity into a scholarship, and now hopes to lead a rebuilt Waves team David Mager arrived at Pepperdine …
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Pepperdine's Kylee Choi wins Women's Western Amateur
After fine-tuning her game just weeks before the tournament, the Waves standout defeated a world-class field of 120 golfers Pepperdine Wave…
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Pepperdine adds international talent to basketball, volleyball rosters
Israeli guard Oren Sahar and Australian outside hitter Killian Donovan bring professional and international experience to the Waves The Pep…
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Tatum Wynalda's journey: From Waves to Wave
Former Pepperdine soccer standout secures deal for rest of the season with San Diego NWSL squad San Diego Wave FC midfielder and defender T…
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Malibu High’s Nina Sichta leaves a lasting legacy in the pool
The Sharks senior capped an outstanding swimming career while embracing the role of team captain Before Nina Sichta dove into the pool for …
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New era begins as Griff Aldrich builds Pepperdine men's basketball from the ground up
With 12 newcomers, a rebuilt coaching staff, and a focus on character, chemistry, and championship culture, the Waves are laying the foundat…
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MHS boys golf’s Anna Deshautelle awarded Coach of the Year
Veteran Sharks coach earns league recognition after leading Malibu to a third consecutive league championship The toughest part of Malibu H…
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Pepperdine divers earn CSCAA Scholar All-American honors
Jackie Johnson and Vivian Vallely become the first Scholar All-Americans in Waves swim and dive history Pepperdine Waves swim and dive team…
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Beard’s player-first approach fuels Pepperdine golf’s winning season
Seventh WCC Coach of the Year honor reflects Michael Beard’s commitment to trust and player development There have been times throughout …
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Martinez turns summer grind into college football opportunity
Malibu High standout turns determination, leadership, and hard work into a chance with Moorpark College Malibu High Sharks football playe…
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Pepperdine Women’s Tennis clinches 12th straight WCC title
Women’s tennis leads a strong postseason surge as Pepperdine men’s tennis, men’s volleyball, and women’s golf all make championship noise he…
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Wynalda makes NWSL debut with San Diego Wave FC
Pepperdine standout enters late in season opener, chases full-time contract after strong preseason showing Tatum Wynalda didn’t know if she’…
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