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Men’s basketball shines as runners-up at PacWest conference tournament

Men’s basketball shines as runners-up at PacWest conference tournament
The Eagles upset No. 1 APU before losing to PLNU in the finale.
Zachary Devane, Deputy Sports Editor March 9, 2020

Men’s basketball competed in the PacWest conference tournament on March 5 to 7 for the first time in school history,  placing second in the tournament and showing they belong as one of the top programs in the conference. The men’s team pulled off the upset of the tournament, beating No. 1 seed Azusa...

Women’s tennis wins fourth in a row

Women’s tennis wins fourth in a row
The Eagles beat Stanislaus State in a tight match, 4-3.
Zachary Devane, Deputy Sports Editor March 1, 2020

Women’s tennis got their fourth win in a row on Saturday, Feb. 29 against California State University, Stanislaus. The Eagles took care of business early, claiming the doubles point, then continued their domination throughout the singles matches to earn a decisive 4-3 win. CONSISTENCY IS KEY In the...

Softball squeezes by in back-to-back victories

Softball squeezes by in back-to-back victories
The Eagles extend their winning streak to seven after doubleheader victories over Concordia University-Portland.
Andi Basista, News Editor February 29, 2020

Biola softball entered into a two-game series against Concordia University-Portland on Saturday morning at Freedom Field. BU was still riding on the energy that granted them five previous wins going into today's game. The momentum carried on, as the Eagles found themselves on the right side of the 5-4,...

Baseball on a seven-game winning streak

Baseball on a seven-game winning streak
The Eagles continue their dominance with two victories over Hawaii Hilo.
Joey Mistretta February 29, 2020

As spring break begins at Biola University and many students are leaving for vacation, the Biola Baseball team traveled to Hawaii on what they are calling a “business trip.” After winning five straight games going into Friday’s contest, the Eagles were looking to continue their hot streak against...

Tennis dominates Holy Names

Tennis dominates Holy Names
Both the men and women controlled the Hawks in back-to-back victories.
Andi Basista, News Editor February 28, 2020

Eagles’ tennis hosted Holy Names University on Friday afternoon in a men’s and women’s doubleheader. The women set the tone, shutting out Holy Names in a clean 7-0 sweep. The men followed with the same intensity, winning their game 5-2. LOCKED IN The women’s doubles matches were controlled...

Men’s basketball prevails in last game of season

Men’s basketball prevails in last game of season
On senior night, the Eagles won over Concordia University Irvine.
Zachary Devane, Deputy Sports Editor February 28, 2020

Men’s basketball had a night to remember as they crushed Concordia University Irvine, 77-63, while celebrating the senior class of 2020. The only senior saying goodbye tonight was guard Marquise Mosley, who sadly was unable to participate in tonight’s victory due to injury.  Sophomore guard Alex...

Women’s basketball falls short to Concordia

Women’s basketball falls short to Concordia
Biola’s senior night faced a bittersweet loss in their final regular season game.
Gigi Fierro February 27, 2020

Biola hosted Concordia University Irvine at Chase Gymnasium for the final game of the Eagles’ regular season. The night started by honoring senior guards Jelissa Puckett, Kayla Macedo, Tatum Brimley and senior forward Mikayla Greens. After the tears of many parents and loved ones, the game finally...

Biola tennis claims victory against Hope International University

Senior Allison Torres goes into hit the ball.
Both men’s and women’s tennis won their second match in a row.
Zachary Devane, Deputy Sports Editor February 25, 2020

Biola tennis had an outstanding day on Feb. 25 as both the men’s and women’s teams won in their matches against Hope International University at the Biola Tennis Center. The women won in a clean 4-0 sweep after securing the crucial doubles point early on. For the men, they only dropped one game on...

Men’s basketball on three-game winning streak

Senior guard Marquise Mosley jumps to make the basket.
The Eagles have secured a spot in the PacWest Tournament after their victory over Fresno Pacific University.
Andi Basista, News Editor February 24, 2020

Men’s basketball traveled to Fresno on Monday night to take on the Fresno Pacific University Sunbirds. The Eagles commanded the first half, and even with a couple slip-ups in the second, found a way to clench the victory, 77-22. With just one more regular season game left, BU has taken the final spot...

Women’s basketball clenches victory over FPU

Senior guard Jelissa Puckett dribbles the ball around her opponent.
The Eagles rose to No. 2 in the PacWest conference with a win over Fresno Pacific University.
Andi Basista, News Editor February 24, 2020

Women’s basketball secured a clutch win in the fourth against Fresno Pafcific University Monday evening on the Sunbirds’ homecourt, 61-56. The Eagles’ victory tonight places them at the second seed in the PacWest conference with just one game left in the regular season. Senior guard Tatum Brimley...

Biola softball continues hot streak, wins fifth in a row

Biola softball continues hot streak, wins fifth in a row
The Eagles battled harsh weather and delayed start times but ultimately persevered.
Joey Mistretta February 23, 2020

Biola has been dominating on the diamond lately. Last weekend, the baseball team completed a four-game sweep at home. On Friday, the softball team won the first two games of a four-game series against the Academy of Art Urban Knights.  They hoped to complete the sweep on Saturday with another doubleheader....

Men’s basketball soars to win over Holy Names University

Men’s basketball soars to win over Holy Names University
The Eagles tie their season-high for scoring in 113-102 win.
Zachary Devane, Deputy Sports Editor February 22, 2020

Men’s basketball got a huge win for their playoff hopes with a victory over Holy Names University on Saturday, Feb. 22. The Eagles, playing with only seven players, were led by junior guard Chris Rossow, who finished the game with 26 points and five assists, while sophomore guard Whitten Dominquez...