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Soccer competes against CUI

Redshirt junior goalie JD Gunn's 13 saves broke Biola's single-save record.
Eagles face off with Concordia University Irvine.
Caleb Crawley, Sports Editor September 25, 2022

Biola’s men’s and women’s soccer team competed in non-conference matches against Concordia University Irvine on Saturday. The men’s team tied 2-2 with the Golden Eagles while the women’s team suffered a 5-0 loss.  GUNN RECORDS THIRTEEN SAVES  Redshirt junior goalie JD Gunn recorded a total...

Biola shines early, but ultimately falls to the Sea Lions

Redshirt junior outside hitter Dominique Kirton sets up to bump the ball.
Women’s volleyball loses 3-1 at Point Loma.
Ryan Wingert, Staff Writer September 24, 2022

On Friday Sept. 23, Biola’s women's volleyball team went into Point Loma riding a three-game winning streak. There were high hopes for a team that only had one loss in this season, but the Sea Lions prevailed. Despite taking the first set, Biola lost the following three, resulting in defeat 3-1. Women’s...

Colaci leads Eagles to win over rival

Freshman defender Mayrhonn Serefio takes the ball downfield.
Eagles shut out Cougars 3-0.
Caleb Crawley, Sports Editor September 22, 2022

On Wednesday night fans packed the stands at Al Barbour Field to watch the Biola men’s soccer team take on PacWest rival Azusa Pacific. The Eagles channeled their frustration from a difficult start to the season, shutting out the Cougars 3-0. With Wednesday’s victory over Azusa, the Eagles captured...

Volleyball dominates against Holy Names University and Dominican University

Sophomore right side Anna Aubele jumps to block and senior outside hitter Emily Smith crouches to defend as Dominican sets the ball.
The Eagles crush the Hawks 3-1 and the Penguins 3-0.
Charlotte McKinley, Freelance Writer September 19, 2022

On Sept. 16, women’s volleyball played against Holy Names University and won 3-1. The following day, they decimated Dominican University 3-0. A TIGHT GAME The Eagles totaled 54 kills, 3 aces, 11 blocks and 71 digs. Sophomore right side Anna Aubele led offense with 15 kills followed by redshirt junior...

Cross country competes in UC Riverside Invitational

Sophomore Jerry Baltzer sprints toward the finish line.
The Eagles compete against top programs in Southern California.
Caleb Crawley, Sports Editor September 18, 2022

Biola’s cross country team competed well in the UC Riverside Invitational on Saturday. The invitational consisted of top NCAA Division I and Division II programs from across Southern California.  WOMEN FINISH 10th The women’s team captured 10th place in the invite, landing Biola in the top third...

Eagles lose thriller at Chapman

Junior attacker Joshua Halopoff faces off against his Chapman opponent.
Men’s water polo loses 10-9 against the Panthers.
Caleb Crawley, Sports Editor September 15, 2022

The Biola men’s water polo team visited Chapman University on Wednesday night in a rematch of the Inland Empire Classic. The second meeting between the two teams did not disappoint as Chapman defeated Biola 10-9 in a back-and-forth contest. Thrilled spectators witnessed six ties throughout the match,...

Eagles compete in non-conference play

Redshirt senior defender Izaac Zausch sets up to kick.
Eagles tie 1-1 against CSUSB.
Caleb Crawley, Sports Editor September 15, 2022

Biola’s men’s and women’s soccer teams both competed in non-conference games on Wednesday night. The men’s soccer team tied 1-1 against Cal State San Bernardino at home, and, meanwhile, the women’s soccer team lost 1-0 at Cal State LA.  COLACI CHIPS IN GOAL Men’s soccer struggled out of...

Women’s golf finishes fifth at Swan Memorial Tournament

Women’s golf finishes fifth at Swan Memorial Tournament
Eagles tie for fifth place out of 16 teams.
Caleb Crawley, Sports Editor September 13, 2022

The Biola women’s golf team wrapped up their first tournament of the 2022-23 season with a tie for fifth place out of 16 teams at the Swan Memorial on Tuesday. The two-day tournament was held at Todd Creek Golf Club in Thornton, Colorado. Biola (925, +61) trailed fourth place Colorado State Pueblo...

Volleyball loses to Fresno in close game

Volleyball loses to Fresno in close game
The Eagles fall to the Sunbirds 1-3.
Charlotte McKinley, Freelance Writer September 10, 2022

On Sept. 10, women’s volleyball played against Fresno Pacific University and lost 1-3. SCORES By the end of the game, the Eagles totaled 54 kills, 7 aces, 3 blocks and 55 digs. Sophomore right side Anna Aubele led offense with 17 kills followed by redshirt freshman middle blocker Gracie Guy with...

Biola clinches victory in first game against APU

Biola clinches victory in first game against APU
The Eagles defeated the Cougars 3-2.
Charlotte McKinley, Freelance Writer September 10, 2022

On Sept. 7, women’s volleyball played their first home game against Azusa Pacific University and won 3-2 after a hard-fought battle. SCORES By the end of the game, the Eagles totaled 61 kills, 12 aces, 14 blocks and 61 digs. Sophomore right side Anna Aubele led offense with 20 kills followed by senior...

Nelson nets a pair against Cal Poly Humboldt

Nelson nets a pair against Cal Poly Humboldt
The Eagles lose 4-3 against the Jacks.
Caleb Crawley, Sports Editor September 9, 2022

The Biola women’s soccer team lost the first game of their road trip to Northern California against Cal Poly Humboldt on Thursday with a score of 4-3. The Eagles held the Jacks close in an exciting match, which ultimately resulted in victory for the home team.  JACKS STRIKE FIRST  Biola found themselves...

Eagles compete against No. 1 team in nation

Eagles compete against No. 1 team in nation
Golden Eagles defeat Biola 4-3.
Caleb Crawley, Sports Editor September 8, 2022

Biola University’s men’s soccer team put up an impressive effort in their narrow defeat of 4-3 against Cal State LA on Wednesday night. The undefeated Golden Eagles (4-0) are the No. 1 team in the nation according to the United Soccer Coaches Association’s rankings.  COLACI LEADS COMEBACK The...