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Biola dominates Hawaii Hilo with a 61-34 win

Senior guard Jelissa Puckett dribbles the ball around her opponent.
The Eagles nearly doubled Hawaii Hilo’s points as they advanced further in their seven-game winning streak.
Vanessa Morales December 10, 2019

Biola hosted Hawaii Hilo University on Tuesday, Dec. 10, continuing their seven-game winning streak. The Eagles led in each quarter, proving their dominance with an incredible 61-34 win. The Eagles had their way with the Vulcans, as sophomore guard Aysia Johnson led BU with 12 total points and nine...

Swim and dive shatters records at the Collegiate Winter Invite

Swim and dive shatters records at the Collegiate Winter Invite
Freshmen Kellynn Hayes and Patrick Waggoner wrote their names in the record book.
Ashley Grams, Deputy News Editor December 9, 2019

Biola swim and dive traveled to Monterey Park, California for the three-day Collegiate Winter Invite. The men rounded out their final fall competition in first place with 1,388 points and the women in fourth with 1,303. Biola shattered five school records in the pool and earned their very first NCAA...

Men’s basketball wins thriller against Dominican, 65-64

Men’s basketball wins thriller against Dominican, 65-64
Marquise Mosley’s game-winner pushed the Eagles to their second PacWest conference win of the season and their sixth win in a row.
Zachary Devane, Deputy Sports Editor December 7, 2019

Men’s basketball won their sixth game in a row on Saturday night thanks to a clutch, game-winning shot by senior guard Marquise Mosley. His shot with four seconds left gave the Eagles a 65-64 lead over the home team, Dominican University of California. The leading scorer for BU on the night was...

Women’s basketball blows out Dominican, 84-53

Women’s basketball blows out Dominican, 84-53
The Eagles took command over Dominican University in a 31 point victory.
Andi Basista, News Editor December 7, 2019

Women’s basketball remains perfect in the PacWest conference (2-0) after an away matchup against Domincan University on Saturday evening. The Eagles came out firing right from the tip, and were able to maintain their control throughout all four quarters, defeating Domincan in thrilling fashion, 84-53. Junior...

Men’s basketball coaching legend steps into 40th year at Biola

Biola men's basketball coaching legend Dave Holmquist looks to reach over 1,000 wins in his 40th year with the Eagles.
Hall of fame head coach Dave Holmquist is the fifth-most winning coach in all of college basketball history.
Andi Basista, News Editor December 7, 2019

(This story was originally published in print on Dec. 5, 2019). The game of basketball has changed over the last 40 years. Power forwards had their backs glued to the basket, never stepping foot outside the paint. Guards weaved the ball around defenders until they were able to feed into the big men...

Men’s soccer shocked from sudden head coach resignation

Todd Elkins coached soccer at Biola for 16 years before stepping down.
Todd Elkins steps down from Eagles Athletics after 16 years with Biola.
Ashley Grams, Deputy News Editor December 7, 2019

(This story was originally published in print on Dec. 5, 2019). Twenty-eight phones buzzed with a message on the morning of Nov. 20, notifying each member of the men’s soccer team of an urgent meeting. Four days prior, the Eagles had finished their season with their second straight come-from-behind...

Men’s basketball beats Notre Dame de Namur to extend win streak to five

Men’s basketball beats Notre Dame de Namur to extend win streak to five
The Eagles won their first conference game of the season in a 88-79 win over NDNU.
Zachary Devane, Deputy Sports Editor December 5, 2019

The Eagles, on a two-game road trip to Northern California, secured their first conference win of the season tonight against Notre Dame de Namur University. They were led by sophomore guard Alex Wright who totaled 28 points, nine rebounds and four assists. BU was down by one point at halftime, but rallied...

Women’s basketball gets first conference win over Notre Dame de Namur

Women’s basketball gets first conference win over Notre Dame de Namur
The Eagles secured a 51-44 win in a tight game for their first win in a two-game road trip to Northern California.
Zachary Devane, Deputy Sports Editor December 5, 2019

The Eagles shook off a slow start to their game against Notre Dame de Namur University and fought to a 51-44 win in Belmont, California. Sophomore forward Danita Estorga led the Eagles in scoring with 13 points and eight rebounds in just 20 minutes of playing time.  GOOD TIMES In the first half, the...

Women’s basketball defeats Dominguez Hills in fourth-straight win

Women’s basketball defeats Dominguez Hills in fourth-straight win
The Eagles break their four-game losing streak to Cal State Dominguez Hills, winning 75-64.
Andi Basista, News Editor November 30, 2019

Women’s basketball traveled to Carson, California over Thanksgiving break in a matchup against California State University, Dominguez Hills on Saturday afternoon. The Eagles had a sluggish start, down 11 at the end of the first quarter and on the short side of a 31-40 halftime score. However, BU came...

Men’s basketball extends four-game winning streak against Saint Katherine

Men’s basketball extends four-game winning streak against Saint Katherine
Senior guard Marquise Mosley shined last night against the Firebirds, securing the 86-77 victory for the Eagles.
Ashley Grams and Andi Basista November 26, 2019

Men’s basketball remained perfect at home after Monday night’s matchup against University of Saint Katherine, where they topped the Firebirds 86-77. A standout performance from senior guard Marquise Mosley boosted him to a season-high 23 points and four rebounds. Junior guard Michael Bagatourian...

Men’s basketball crushes Fort Kent, 104-53

Junior guard Chris Rossow dribbles to the hoop.
The Eagles continue on a three-game win streak over the University of Maine at Fort Kent.
Zachary Devane, Deputy Sports Editor November 23, 2019

The Eagles got their third win in a row at Chase Gymnasium on Saturday, Nov. 23, against University of Maine at Fort Kent. BU demolished the Tigers, 104-53. The bench players provided a huge boost, led by sophomore center Solomon Ruddell who scored 23 points along with five blocks and five rebounds. Big...

Women’s basketball soars past Hope International

Freshmen guard Stephanie Lee jumps to make a basket.
The Eagles extend their win streak to three after an explosive win over HIU.
Ashley Grams, Deputy News Editor November 23, 2019

Biola women’s basketball took on an undefeated Hope International University Saturday afternoon. The Eagles took a quick lead and pushed past HIU, 78-60, with six players scoring in double digits.  The Eagles established a quick lead from the start with sophomore guard and forward Danita Estorga...