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The Chimes

Women’s basketball comes up short against CSU San Bernardino

Guard Aysia Johnson dribbles past the Coyote defender.
Eagles fall to the Coyotes 54-65.
Colin Twisselmann, Freelance Writer November 21, 2022

Biola women’s basketball fell to 0-4 after losing 54-65 to CSU San Bernardino on Saturday, Nov. 19. The first quarter was an entertaining back-and-forth as Biola managed to keep the game from getting away from them just yet.  In the second quarter, Biola struggled to connect, only making two...

Eagles lose a close one to Cal Poly Pomona

Sophomore guard Daniel Esparza jumps to score.
Biola falls to the Mustangs, 59-63.
Colin Twisselmann, Freelance Writer November 21, 2022

Biola men’s basketball suffered their first loss against Cal Poly Pomona in a tightly contested game, 59-63. To start the game, Biola went ice-cold from beyond the arc, only making two shots out of 16 attempts. The Eagles got to the line 8 times to take easier shots but only converted half of them....

Biola falls apart against CSU San Bernardino

Redshirt senior guard Alex Wright dribbles down the court.
Eagles lose to the Coyotes 62-82.
Colin Twisselmann, Freelance Writer November 21, 2022

Biola suffered a huge loss against Cal State University San Bernardino, 62-82.  The game started out close as the teams swapped leads, but Biola quickly fell behind as CSUSB’s Brandon Knapper erupted for 15 of his 29 total points in the first half. The Eagles found themselves behind early on and...

Biola performs well at La Verne Winter Invite

Biola swimmers compete to win in the pool.
Both Men and Women’s swimming show out strong.
Ryan Wingert, Staff Writer November 21, 2022

The Eagles competed well in the La Verne Winter Invite on the weekend of Nov. 18-Nov. 20. Biola put up solid performances around the horn in both of the first two days.  DAY ONE: FRIDAY  After the first day of the weekend, Biola found itself in good positions in all the events with plenty of races...

Volleyball ends season with a win against Concordia

Eagles celebrate after scoring a point.
After a back-and-forth game, the Eagles defeat the Golden Eagles 3-2.
Charlotte McKinley, Freelance Writer November 18, 2022

Ending the season with a bang, Biola defeated Concordia Irvine University 3-2 in Irvine, Calif. on Nov. 12. SCORES By the end of the game, the Eagles totaled 58 kills, eight aces, 12 blocks and 87 digs. Sophomore right side Anna Aubele led offense with 15 kills followed by redshirt junior outside hitter...

Biola Cross Country brings home the trophy

Biola men's Cross Country race their way to the end of the course.
Men’s and women’s teams win the PacWest Championship.
Elijah Suwyn, Freelance Writer November 18, 2022

The Biola cross country mens’ and womens’ teams took first place in the PacWest championships over Azusa Pacific University. The men's team pulled off an astonishing upset as they were slated to get third place going into the race. EAGLES DOMINATE With Ben White leading the race from start to finish,...

Red hot Eagles punish the Pioneers

Freshman guard Nathan Medina jumps to score.
Biola defeats Antelope Valley College at home.
Caleb Crawley, Sports Editor November 15, 2022

Biola’s men’s basketball team defeated Antelope Valley College 79-53 in their 2022-23 home opener on Monday night.  Freshman guard Nathan Medina illustrated veteran presence, scoring 19 points to go along with four 3-pointers in his second collegiate game.  “My teammates go really hard...

Walker leads Biola in cross conference clash

Redshirt sophomore guard Laila Walker dribbles the ball down the court.
The Eagles lose to Cal State University Los Angeles.
Caleb Crawley, Sports Editor November 13, 2022

Redshirt sophomore guard Laila Walker scored 13 points with a trio of three pointers in a 69-49 loss against CSULA on Friday. Freshman guard Jaci Bolden also reached double digits in the scoring category by chipping in 10 points on five field goals made. Biola’s game against CSULA was a part of the...

Eagles’ Esparza shoots lights out in season opener

Redshirt sophomore forward Lucas Elliott jumps to dunk the ball.
Men's basketball opens the season with an 83-48 win.
Caleb Crawley, Sports Editor November 13, 2022

Cal Poly transfer sophomore guard Daniel Esparza scored 19 points and freshman guard Nathan Medina added 14 points to help Biola win 83-48 against Cal State LA on Friday. The game against CSULA tipped off the season for Biola’s 2022-23 men’s basketball team.  PLAYING THE WRIGHT WAY Redshirt senior...

Volleyball crushes Point Loma on Senior Night

Junior defensive specialist Mary McDonnell tosses the ball in the air to serve.
Eagles defeat the Sea Lions in four sets.
Jeff Woolson, Freelance Writer November 12, 2022

After a shocking loss to Academy of Art last week, Biola took down conference rival Point Loma on senior night, winning in four sets. The Eagles redeemed themselves with this victory and honored seniors Brie Nishimura and Madison Beebe.  COMPLETING THE UPSET The Eagles demonstrated their authority...

Men’s Water Polo ends regular season with road win

Sophomore goalkeeper Mitchell Carpenter turns to throw.
Eagles finish season with a 14-10 record.
Ryan Wingert, Staff Writer November 9, 2022

On Wednesday, Nov. 9, men’s water polo visited University of Redlands to take on the Bulldogs in the final matchup of the regular season. Biola came in hot off a three-game win streak and clinched their fourth straight victory against Redlands, beating the Bulldogs. BIOLA IN CONTROL While the final...

Eagles soar to the playoffs

Junior forward Kristian Colaci jukes around the goalie.
Men's soccer named PacWest Champions.
Caleb Crawley, Sports Editor November 7, 2022

Biola men’s soccer made history on Saturday when they were named co-champions of the PacWest conference after their victory against Holy Names. The Eagles’ share of the conference title with Dominican marks the first ever PacWest title in the history of the Biola men’s soccer program. The men’s...