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Men’s soccer gets shut out against CUI

Men’s soccer gets shut out against CUI
The Eagles fell to Concordia University Irvine in a 0-2 defeat.
Andi Basista, News Editor November 7, 2019

Men’s soccer took on another road match in Irvine, California against Concordia University on Thursday afternoon. The Eagles defense kept the game scoreless in the first half but fell out of sync in the second half, allowing two goals in the Golden Eagles victory over BU, 0-2. EXHAUSTED EAGLES Half...

Women’s soccer takes back-to-back losses

Women's soccer takes back-to-back losses
The fatigued Eagles fell to Concordia University Irvine, 1-2, for their second loss of the week.
Zachary Devane, Deputy Sports Editor November 7, 2019

Women’s soccer played against Concordia University Irvine on Thursday, Nov. 7, after having just played two days prior against rivals Azusa Pacific University. The Eagles got on the scoresheet, but ultimately lost the game 1-2. The team has fallen out of their nine-game PacWest winning streak with...

Men’s soccer falls to No. 1 ranked Azusa

Sophomore Oscar Rubalcava dribbles the ball down the field.
Freshman goalkeeper JD Gunn tallies multiple saves to lead the Eagles’ defense.
Ashley Grams, Deputy News Editor November 6, 2019

Men’s soccer traveled to the Cougar Soccer Complex Tuesday night to take on No. 1 ranked Azusa Pacific University. The Eagles fell 3-0 to an Azusa squad that recorded 24 shots on freshman goalkeeper JD Gunn, who totaled seven saves. The first half began quietly with a lone shot from sophomore midfielder...

Women’s soccer’s nine-game win streak broken by APU

Senior Madyson Brown get ready to punt the ball.
The Eagles fought hard but could not grab the win in their first matchup of the season against Azusa Pacific University.
Zachary Devane, Deputy Sports Editor November 5, 2019

Women’s soccer visited Azusa Pacific University on Tuesday, Nov. 4 for the first game of the season between the two rivals. The Eagles got off the mark first, scoring in the first half, but that was not enough as APU scored two goals in the second half to win 2-1. FIGHTING SPIRIT The Eagles came...

Women’s swimming and diving wins big against rivals APU

Biola women dive into the backstroke race.
The Eagles prevailed in a two-day meet with rivals APU, claiming first place finishes 10 of the 20 events.
Zachary Devane, Deputy Sports Editor November 2, 2019

Women’s swimming and diving team closed out their meet against Azusa Pacific University on Saturday, Nov. 1 in dominating fashion, finishing with a total score of 194.5-176.5. The teams competed in both Lansing Pool at Biola and Slauson Pool at APU. SMOOTH SAILING On day two of the meet, the Eagles...

Senior nursing majors trade jerseys for scrubs

Senior outside hitter Becca Branch spikes the ball forcefully over the net for one of many kills she's had this season.
Varsity athletes reflect on juggling nursing school with DII athletics.
Ashley Grams, Deputy News Editor November 2, 2019

(This story was originally published in print on Oct. 31, 2019). It takes many months to form a single habit. Perfecting a craft takes years. Nursing students accrue thousands of hours within the walls of hospitals and classes. Athletes also find themselves consumed with long days between early morning...

Volleyball suffers tough loss to Concordia University

Biola goes in for the strike against their opponent Concordia Irvine University on November 1, 2019.
The Eagles took CUI to five sets before falling to the Golden Eagles.
Andi Basista, News Editor November 2, 2019

Volleyball took to Irvine, California to battle it out against Concordia University Irvine. The Eagles put up a good fight early on, forcing the game into five sets. However, Biola could not pull through to victory, as they were overtaken by the Golden Eagles 2-3. Biola won the first set, 26-24. The...

Women’s swim and dive crushes APU

Women’s swim and dive crushes APU
The Eagles dominated the leaderboard with multiple first-place finishes.
Andi Basista, News Editor November 1, 2019

The women’s swim and dive team took on rivals Azusa Pacific University at the Lansing Pool on Friday afternoon. Biola ended the nine swimming events with a lead against APU, 114.89.5. The Cougars had an early 17-point lead over the Eagles in the first three events. However, Biola gathered themselves...

Women’s basketball hopes unity brings success

The women's basketball team comes together for one common goal, winning the 2019-20 NCAA Dll PacWest championship.
The Eagles drive home faith in action as the basis for their upcoming season.
Andi Basista, News Editor November 1, 2019

(This story was originally published in print on Oct. 31, 2019). Phillipians 2:2 says, “Complete my joy by being of the same mind, having the same love, being in full accord and of one mind and purpose.” Head coach Alan Nakamura is forming his team’s structure around this verse and being one...

Men’s soccer adds another win at home against Chaminade

Senior defender Jake Munivez races to the ball against his opponent from Chaminade Hawaii University during their game on October 31, 2019.
Sophomore Jack McDonald scored the lone goal for the Eagles.
Ashley Grams, Deputy News Editor October 31, 2019

Men’s soccer looked for another win at home against Chaminade University of Honolulu Thursday at 7 p.m. The Eagles carried high energy from an overtime win against Hawaii Pacific earlier in the week.  The Eagles started slow in the first half, conceding two shots within the first five minutes to...

Women’s soccer brings win streak to nine against Chaminade

Freshman Christine Goodman, Forward, dribbles the ball away from her opponent during their game against Chaminade Hawaii University on October 31, 2019.
Eagles won their seventh straight PacWest conference game, 2-0.
Vanessa Morales October 31, 2019

Women’s soccer team put up a challenging game as they took on Chaminade University of Honolulu at home on Thursday night. Biola impressed, winning 2-0. They extended their overall win streak to 9-0, their PacWest win streak to 7-0 and their win streak over the Silverswords to 3-0. STAYING IN THE WINNING...

Women’s golf places fourth in the Dennis Rose Intercollegiate

Women’s golf places fourth in the Dennis Rose Intercollegiate
The Eagles ranked the highest among PacWest teams in a tournament hosted by the Hawaii Hilo University Vulcans.
Zachary Devane and Andi Basista October 30, 2019

The Eagles flew to Waikoloa, Hawaii on Monday, Oct. 28 through Wednesday, Oct. 30 to compete in the Dennis Rose Intercollegiate. Biola came in fourth out of 10 teams overall but was the top PacWest representative.  EAGLES SOAR Sophomore Sami Penor finished out the first round with one of her best...