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The Chimes

The Student News Site of Biola University

The Chimes

Men’s basketball beat the odds in first-ever PacWest tournament

Biola's Cinderella story was led by junior Michael Bagatourian, who hit the game-winning three to defeat APU and send BU to the championship round.
The No. 5 seed Eagles fought their way to the PacWest championship game.
Andi Basista, News Editor March 12, 2020

(This story was originally published in print on Mar. 12, 2020). Men’s basketball defied expectations this season, making an unprecedented run in their first-ever PacWest conference tournament, taking second overall. The No. 5 ranked Eagles’ Cinderella story came to an end with a heartbreaking...

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...

Biola Athletics, ranked

Right-handed pitcher  Brayden Englert battles California State University, San Bernadino.
The Chimes editors weigh in on the Eagles’ performance.
Zachary Devane and Andi Basista February 20, 2020

(This story was originally published in print on Feb. 20, 2020). No. 1: BASEBALL Sitting at .900, the Biola baseball team is on a five-game winning streak. BU began their 2020 season with four-straight wins, three of which were against California State University, Monterey Bay. The Eagles’ only loss...

Men’s basketball gets huge win for postseason hopes

Junior guard Chris Rossow gets ready to dribble around his opponents.
The Eagles, without star point guard, beat Hawaii Pacific University, 69-55.
Zachary Devane, Deputy Sports Editor February 15, 2020

Men’s basketball got a hard-fought win over Hawaii Pacific University on Saturday, Feb. 15. The Eagles now sit in fifth place in the PacWest conference, one win ahead of the No. 6-placed Hawaii Hilo. Sophomore guard Alex Wright led the team with 18 points and six rebounds, while junior forward Michael...

Women’s basketball loses to No. 1 in PacWest conference

Sophomore guard Aysia Johnson  gets ready to shoot the ball to the basket.
The Eagles battled Hawaii Pacific University but lost 72-60.
Zachary Devane, Deputy Sports Editor February 15, 2020

Women’s basketball played against the top seed in the PacWest conference, Hawaii Pacific University, on Saturday, Feb. 15. Despite making runs throughout the second half, the Eagles were unable to come back from a poor start. Junior forward Jazz Benn led the team with 27 points on 50% shooting from...

Men’s basketball misses out against Chaminade University of Honolulu

Sophomore Solomon Ruddell jumps to make a basket against Chaminade University on February 13th, 2020.
The Eagles were unable to capitalize on opportunities throughout the game.
Zachary Devane, Deputy Sports Editor February 14, 2020

Men’s basketball lost 84-72 in a tough match-up against Chaminade University of Honolulu, who are just one spot ahead of the Eagles in the PacWest standings. Sophomore guard Alex Wright put on a great offense performance, finishing with 19 points on 63% shooting. Senior guard Marquise Mosley also had...

Bryant’s Death Hits Biola

Thousands celebrated Bryant's legacy at the LA Live area, where the streets were flooded with flowers and balloons in Lakers purple and gold.
Andi Basista, News Editor February 8, 2020

(This story was originally published in print on Feb. 6, 2020). Even if you aren’t a basketball fan, odds are you have heard the name Kobe Bryant. It’s likely you’ve witnessed someone in class, at work, in a DMV waiting room jab, square up and shoot a fadeaway crumpled up piece of paper...

Men’s basketball slams Academy of Art University, 90-62

Sophomore guard Whitten Dominguez dribbles the ball around his opponents.
The Eagles’ hot shooting ends three-game losing streak.
Zachary Devane, Deputy Sports Editor February 8, 2020

Men’s basketball won their second game on a two-game road trip to Northern California against Academy of Art University. The Eagles were led by junior forward Michael Bagatourian, who had 20 points and four rebounds, and junior guard Chris Rossow, who scored 18 points on 7-8 shooting.  LIGHTS OUT BU...

Women’s basketball bounces back with a win at Holy Names University

Women’s basketball bounces back with a win at Holy Names University
The Lady Eagles continue their outstanding play, winning four of their last five games.
Joey Mistretta February 6, 2020

On Thursday evening, Feb. 6, women’s basketball traveled up the I-5 to play against the Holy Names University Hawks in Oakland, California. The Eagles came into the game searching to regain their momentum as they had won three straight games before dropping their last matchup at home. Biola easily...

Athletics “Week of Giving” raises over $43,000

Athletics “Week of Giving” raises over $43,000
The cross country, track and field team had the most donors during the inaugural week-long event.
Zachary Devane, Deputy Sports Editor February 2, 2020

The Biola Athletics inaugural “Week of Giving” ended on Feb. 1 with the Cornerstone Cup. Each team under Athletics competed to raise funds, resulting in over $43,000 collectively and over 840 donations. BLESSINGS ON BLESSINGS The cross country team had the most donors, with 140 for the men’s...

Men’s basketball fell short in high-intensity Cornerstone Cup

Solomon Ruddell, a sophomore undecided major with a forward position, makes a basket.
The Eagles battled against Azusa Pacific University in their second grueling matchup of the season.
Zachary Devane, Deputy Sports Editor February 2, 2020

Men’s basketball couldn’t quite pull out a victory against Azusa Pacific University on Feb. 1, losing by only an 11-point margin. The crowd was engaged all night, chanting “I believe that we will win!” on multiple occasions. Despite the energy from the stands, the game ended 90-79. The...