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Chaminade defeats men’s basketball

Chaminade defeats men’s basketball
Eagles lose by six to the Silverswords.
Adam Pigott, Staff Writer February 22, 2019

Men’s basketball faced Chaminade University of Honolulu for a second time this season on Thursday at home. During the their first matchup, the Eagles lost 58-82 in Hawaii. This game was much closer, but Biola still took the loss, 84-78. The Eagles started strong during the first seven minutes with...

Women’s basketball ends five-game losing streak

Women’s basketball ends five-game losing streak
The Eagles grab their first victory in four weeks in a close game against Chaminade.
Sasha Terry, Copy Editor February 22, 2019

Women’s basketball snapped their five-game losing streak with a tough win at home against Chaminade University on Thursday night. The Eagles came out strong by taking the lead at the beginning and held it throughout the first half. In the second half, the Eagles and Chaminade exchanged the lead several...

Women’s basketball struggles at home

Women’s basketball struggles at home
Benn leads on offense but the Eagles’ defense falls short against Hilo in loss.
Ashley Grams, Deputy News Editor February 19, 2019

Women’s basketball took on the University of Hawaii at Hilo at home in wake of a tough overtime loss last week. The Eagles were unable to strike back this week, suffering a 56-48 loss. Sophomore forward Jazz Benn was a highlight however, leading the offense with 17 points. In the first quarter,...

Women’s basketball beats Chaminade

Women’s basketball beats Chaminade
Eagles end two-game PacWest losing streak with a win at Chaminade.
Sasha Terry, Copy Editor February 1, 2019

Women’s basketball kicked off their three-game trip to Hawaii with a victory against PacWest foe Chaminade University on Thursday night. The Eagles and Silverswords exchanged the lead several times throughout the game, but it was Biola who finished on top by a score of 67-57. The Eagles grabbed...

Eagles take the Islands

Eagles take the Islands
For the first time ever, the Biola Athletics had three teams in Hawaii concurrently.
Joel Ashor, Sports Editor October 23, 2018

This story was originally published in print on Oct. 18, 2018. While many students looked forward to a short week of school before Torrey Conference, three Biola teams had something else in store; a trip to Hawaii to take on PacWest rivals Chaminade University, Hawaii Pacific University, and University...

DeMetropolis leads women’s soccer to overtime victory

Biola Women's Soccer
Eagles push past Chaminade in big overtime win on the road.
Ashley Grams, Deputy News Editor October 14, 2018

Biola women’s soccer traveled to take on Chaminade University of Honolulu Saturday night. The Eagles were looking to improve after a 1-1 tie in the rain against Hawaii Pacific University last Thursday night. Chaminade tied up the game 1-1 at the end of the second half, only for Biola to come up big...

Men’s soccer grabs second straight win

Sophomore forward Jack Cybulski, seen here in a file photo, gave the Eagles a 1-0 win over Hawaii Pacific on Oct. 11 with his goal in the 59th minute.
Eagles start their Hawaii trip on a high note in epic battle.
Sasha Terry, Copy Editor October 11, 2018

Men’s soccer kicked off the first of three games in Hawaii with a tough battle against PacWest opponent Hawaii Pacific University. Towards the end of a long game full of shot attempts on goal for both teams, the Eagles pushed through a goal in the second half to earn the 1-0 win. The Eagles focused...

Volleyball starts Hawaii road trip with win

Redshirt sophomore outside hitter Christina DenBoer (15) celebrates during her teammates during Biola's win over Chaminade Oct. 9, 2018.
Eagles win sixth straight PacWest game in four-set win over Hawaii Pacific.
Joel Ashor, Sports Editor October 10, 2018

After arriving in Hawaii Tuesday, volleyball took on Chaminade University Wednesday night to kick off a three-game stint against Hawaii schools in the PacWest. They came away with a four-set victory led by resilient play and a strong offensive showing from redshirt sophomore outside hitter Christina...

Volleyball takes tight five-set win

Junior outside hitter Sabrina Winslow digs a ball out during the Eagles' game against Azusa Pacific on Oct. 3, 2018. Photo by Michael Nerud / THE CHIMES [File]
Eagles continue winning ways in victory over Dominican.
Joel Ashor, Sports Editor October 5, 2018

Following their five-set comeback win at home against Azusa Pacific University on Wednesday, volleyball was back in action at Chase Gymnasium to take on PacWest foe Dominican University Friday. The Eagles fought hard for a another five-set victory over the Penguins in a gritty performance. The Eagles...

Christina DenBoer sparks Eagles in return from injury

Christina DenBoer sparks Eagles in return from injury
Volleyball receives a huge boost as DenBoer comes back from two year injury hiatus.
Joel Ashor, Sports Editor September 27, 2018

Celebrating enthusiastically with her teammates following a huge conference win, redshirt sophomore outside hitter Christina DenBoer showed her excitement to be back on the court with her teammates playing the sport that she loves. DenBoer has handled the difficult road back from two major injuries with...

Volleyball heats up for third straight sweep

Biola volleyball players celebrate a point during their sweep of Chaminade University on Sept. 17, 2018. Photo by Aaron Zhang/THE CHIMES
Eagles ride strong offensive play to straight-set win over previously unbeaten Chaminade.
Joel Ashor, Sports Editor September 17, 2018

Biola volleyball returned to La Mirada, Calif. Monday for the first of four straight games at Chase Gymnasium, facing off against PacWest foe Chaminade University. The Silverswords entered the game undefeated on the season, but the Eagles handed them their first loss with a dominating sweep for their...

Two days, two PacWest sweeps for volleyball

Sophomore outside hitter Christina DenBoer celebrates with her team in the gym
Eagles win in straight sets against Holy Names.
Joel Ashor, Sports Editor September 15, 2018

Biola volleyball took on Holy Names University in a road PacWest matchup on Friday, and the Eagles shone from start to finish, picking up their second sweep in as many days. In the first set, both teams came out strong, with sophomore middle blocker Bekah Roth tallying three early kills. The Eagles...