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Softball breaks even on Friday doubleheader

Softball breaks even on Friday doubleheader
The Eagles fell from victory against Holy Names.
Natalie Willis, Editor-in-Chief February 25, 2022

On Feb. 25, softball started their NorCal roadtrip with a doubleheader against Holy Names University. The women secured a win within the last two innings of game one, 5-2, but were unable to subdue the Holy Names in game two, losing 8-6. GAME ONE VICTORY The Eagles got off to a rough start at the top...

Baseball decimates Cal Poly Pomona

Baseball decimates Cal Poly Pomona
The Eagles’ early lead brings success over the Broncos, 12-4.
Charlotte McKinley, Freelance Writer February 23, 2022

Baseball played in Pomona, California against Cal Poly Pomona on Feb. 22 and won, 12-4. Throughout the game, the Eagles dominated the Broncos, not letting them score for most of the game. EARLY LEAD Biola was quick to redeem their recent losing streak with junior outfielder Tyler Baca scoring the first...

Women’s water polo suffers three back-to-back losses

Women’s water polo suffers three back-to-back losses
In the Fresno State Mini Tournament, the Eagles failed to gain any victories.
Amanda Frese, Managing Editor February 20, 2022

In the Fresno State Mini Tournament, women’s water polo suffered three straight losses against Fresno State University, University of the Pacific and San Jose State University, 15-7, 15-5, 14-5. Though the Eagles fought hard, they were ultimately unable to take home any victories.  SEVEN-POINT SURGE In...

Women’s tennis victorious against Cal State LA

Women’s tennis victorious against Cal State LA
The Eagles win 7-0 against the Golden Eagles.
Charlotte McKinley, Freelance Writer February 18, 2022

Women’s tennis played California State University Los Angeles on Feb. 17 in Los Angeles, California and won, 7-0. CLINCHING DOUBLES The Eagles had an intense afternoon against the Golden Eagles. Both teams fought hard against each other, the volleys getting returned from each side relentlessly. The...

Women’s basketball shuts out Point Loma

Women’s basketball shuts out Point Loma
The Eagles drown the Sea Lions, 52-35.
Amanda Frese, Managing Editor February 16, 2022

In a double-digit victory against the Point Loma Nazarene University Sea Lions on Wednesday night, the Eagles showed offensive and defensive efficiency, ultimately taking the lead, 52-35. Overall, the Eagles scored 30 points in the paint, while returning the ball to achieve 24 points off of turnovers....

Women’s golf places fourth in Stockton Invite

Women’s golf places fourth in Stockton Invite
The Eagles tied with Arkansas-Fort Smith with a score of 624.
Charlotte McKinley, Freelance Writer February 16, 2022

On Feb. 14-15, women’s golf played in the Stockton Invitational tournament in Stockton, California. Biola tied for fourth place with the University of Arkansas-Fort Smith. DAY ONE Biola competed against 18 other teams, 10 of which were nationally ranked or voted.  The Eagles had the fourth-most...

Softball takes back-to-back losses against CSUMB

Softball takes back-to-back losses against CSUMB
The Eagles lack offensive efficiency against the Otters.
Amanda Frese, Managing Editor February 12, 2022

Softball lost both games in a doubleheader against the CSU Monterey Bay Otters, 2-1, 8-0. Overall, the Eagles struggled to score runs, tallying one run between the two games. Though the Eagles recorded nine hits in the first game, they only managed one run. In the second game, they struggled mightily...

Women’s golf lands top spot in Texas A&M International Tournament

Women’s golf lands top spot in Texas A&M International Tournament
The Eagles placed third with a score of 905.
Charlotte McKinley, Freelance Writer February 9, 2022

On Feb. 7-8, women’s golf played in the Jack Brown Memorial tournament where junior Sami Penor first overall with 17 straight pars. Biola finished in third place behind Texas A&M International University and Dallas Baptist University. FINAL FOUR The final four Biola competitors also scored well....

Men’s basketball win seventh in a row, defeat Holy Names University

Men’s basketball win seventh in a row, defeat Holy Names University
The Eagles’ 85-74 win caps off their northern California road trip.
Zachary Devane, Deputy Sports Editor February 8, 2022

Men’s basketball kept rolling as they won their seventh game in a row after defeating Holy Names University, 85-74. This moved the team to 12-3 in the PacWest Conference right before a key stretch of games prior to the conference tournament. The Eagles are second in the conference, behind Azusa...

Women’s tennis take weekend wins against CalTech and Redlands

Women’s tennis take weekend wins against CalTech and Redlands
The Eagles only allowed both teams one point, Beavers 8-1, Bulldogs 6-1.
Charlotte McKinley, Freelance Writer February 5, 2022

Women’s tennis played their first away game of the spring semester on Feb. 4 in Pasadena, California against the California Institute of Technology and won, 8-1. On Saturday, the Eagles flew home to defeat the University of Redlands, 6-1. SEVEN POINT LEAD OVER THE BEAVERS The Eagles were eager to...

Women’s basketball steals a win against Fresno Pacific

Women’s basketball steals a win against Fresno Pacific
The Eagles took their ninth conference win against the Sunbirds.
Amanda Frese, Managing Editor February 5, 2022

Women’s basketball gained a nine-point victory against the Fresno Pacific University Sunbirds on Feb. 5 at the FPU Special Events Center, 56-47. The Eagles showed defensive and offensive efficiency, scoring 18 points off of turnovers, 24 points in the paint and recording a 63.6 free-throw percentage....

Men’s basketball defeated by Hawaii-Hilo

Men’s basketball defeated by Hawaii-Hilo
The Eagles fall short to the Vulcans, 97-89.
Natalie Hernandez, Sports Editor January 11, 2022

Men’s basketball played their first away game of the spring semester in Hawaii against the Hawaii-Hilo University Vulcans. The Eagles’ official season started last year in November and played their first PacWest game on Dec. 2, 2021.  Biola had their first game of the year on Jan. 6 against Hawaii...