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Athlete of the Week: Baseball’s Brayden Englert

The freshman was also named the PacWest Freshman of the Week.

Andi Basista, News Editor • April 10, 2019

Baseball’s Brayden Englert has been named the PacWest Freshman of the Week for the second time this season. The powerful pitcher went seven innings in the first game of last Friday’s doubleheader against Fresno Pacific University, contributing to the Eagles’ blowout win, 11-5. Englert’s pitching...

Women’s golf places sixth in Santa Rosa

The Eagles finish sixth out of 15 in the Sonoma State Spring Invitational.

Andi Basista, News Editor • April 10, 2019

Women’s golf fought strong winds in the final round of the Sonoma State Spring Invitational at Santa Rosa Golf and Country Club on Tuesday. The Eagles placed sixth out of 15 respectable teams, making it their highest placement in a tournament this season. The Eagles started the tournament off rough...

Admissions representative explains what Biola looks for in students

Beyond academic performance, admissions looks for fully rounded, spiritually fit prospective students.

Michelle Gurrola, Freelance Writer • April 9, 2019

Admitted students filled campus on Monday, April 8 with Biola drawstring bags hanging on their backs and lanyards around their necks. They toured campus, visited classes and tried to see if Biola was the place for them with the May 1 decision deadline quickly approaching. Ranked among the top Christian...

Women’s tennis loses in away match

Neither singles nor doubles could pull away from FPU.

Ashley Grams, Deputy News Editor • April 8, 2019

Biola women’s tennis lost Monday afternoon on the road against Fresno Pacific University. None of the Eagles’ doubles or singles players were able to fight off FPU, resulting in a 4-0 sweep. The No. 1 doubles team of sophomore Madison Swaney and junior Lauren Lee became the first to go in a 6-0...

Baseball splits doubleheader

Biola tops Fresno Pacific University in game one but falls short in the second.

Andi Basista, News Editor • April 5, 2019

The Eagles geared up to face Fresno Pacific University at Eagles Diamond on Friday afternoon to compete in their first doubleheader against the Sunbirds. Biola walked away 11-5 in the first game of the day, but took a tough loss in the second, 9-11. EVERYTHING EAGLES The game started out rusty for...

Athlete of the Week: Men’s golf’s Scott Hatfield

The junior ended Biola’s most recent tournament as the No. 2 scorer for the Eagles.

Andi Basista, News Editor • April 3, 2019

Junior walk-on Scott Hatfield has stepped up his play as men’s golf nears the end of its final season as a Biola program. Hatfield has taken charge, showing a strong performance for the Eagles at the Hanny Stanislaus Invite this past week at Stanislaus State University in Turlock, California. Hatfield...

Hatfield finds his groove in Turlock

Biola finishes 17th against tough competition, but Scott Hatfield shoots a career-best through 54 holes.

Tori Apodaca • April 3, 2019

Biola men’s golf competed in their final regular season tournament at the Hanny Stanislaus Invitational at the Turlock Golf & Country Club. Although they finished in 17th place overall, the men held their own against the tough competition, which included four teams in the top 20 in NCAA Division...

Baseball drops series at Azusa Pacific

Eagles offense explodes in game one, but loses steam in game two loss.

Joel Ashor, Sports Editor • March 30, 2019

Baseball faced off against rival Azusa Pacific University for the second doubleheader in as many days on Saturday. Following two losses on Friday, the Eagles won today’s first game 17-15 but fell short 7-4 in the second contest. IMPRESSIVE OFFENSE In game one, the Eagles recorded their best inning...

Track and Field setting sights on tougher competition

The Eagles have stepped up their performance as they transition into the PacWest.

Andi Basista, News Editor • March 30, 2019

(This story was originally published in print on Mar. 28, 2019). Track and field has impressed in 2019, with several Eagles setting records left and right. Athletes from both the men’s and women’s side have been beating personal bests and ending meets with top scores against prestigious NCAA Division...

Track and field excels in San Francisco Invite

The Eagles bring home multiple top marks and a new school record.

Andi Basista, News Editor • March 30, 2019

The Eagles flew high during the Mike Fanelli Track Classic at San Francisco State University on Thursday and Friday. The team took to Chabot College track, setting a new school record and many personal best times within both the men’s and women’s events. Junior Angel Escobar and senior Ryan Thompson...

Men’s tennis notches road win

Eagles continue strong play en route to 8-1 victory over Saint Katherine.

Joel Ashor, Sports Editor • March 29, 2019

Men’s tennis travelled south to take on Saint Katherine University in San Marcos on Friday. The Eagles played well in both doubles and singles to claim an 8-1 victory. In doubles, the No. 1 pair of junior Erik Martinez and freshman Edwyn Ramos claimed an 8-3 win. On the No. 2 court, senior David...

Women’s tennis wins big at Saint Katherine

Doubles teams lead the charge in away match.

Ashley Grams, Deputy News Editor • March 29, 2019

Women’s tennis travelled south to San Marcos to take on the University of Saint Katherine Friday afternoon, and with decisive play, took the match 8-1. Sophomore Lily Waterhouse and junior Allison Torres won first in the No. 2 spot, 8-1. The No. 3 doubles team of junior Tinisee Kandakai and sophomore...