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The Chimes

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The Chimes

Men’s and women’s basketball sweep Silverswords

Redshirt freshman forward Maximo Milovich takes a shot.
Biola defends home court against Chaminade.
Caleb Crawley, Sports Editor January 29, 2023

Biola’s men’s and women’s basketball teams swept a doubleheader at home against Chaminade in a PacWest conference matchup. The men’s team won 95-71 against the Silverswords, while the women’s team won 65-49.  EAGLES AVENGE LOSS The men’s victory against Chaminade came 11 days after the...

Both men’s and women’s basketball fall to Azusa Pacific

Sophomore guard Daniel Esparza jukes around the Azusa defender.
Rival school gets the best of Biola.
Ryan Wingert, Staff Writer January 26, 2023

Biola visited Azusa Pacific with a lot of momentum as both clubs were coming off of dominant wins against Hawaii Hilo on the road. There were high hopes that the Eagles would take this momentum into their rival’s house, but the Cougars came out triumphant in the end. The men’s game was a very firm...

Women’s water polo wipes out Whittier

Junior attacker Kourtney Pyle looks to pass the ball.
The Eagles soar past the Poets 15-5.
Caleb Crawley, Sports Editor January 23, 2023

Biola’s women’s water polo team exploded for 15 goals in their first win of the season on Saturday morning. The Eagles’ victory came against a winless Whittier team at the Long Beach State Mini Tournament.  SIX EAGLES SCORE  A total of six Eagles recorded multiple goals in the match against...

Basketball torches the Vulcans

Redshirt junior forward Jordan Rabe sets up to pass.
Men's and women's teams put up 61 points apiece in their victories over Hawaii Hilo.
Ryan Wingert, Staff Writer January 19, 2023

The men’s and women’s basketball teams both torched the Vulcans at Hawaii Hilo on Wednesday, Jan. 19. The same fire that fueled the men’s 12-6 record drove them to beat Hawaii Hilo 61-54. The women’s team, who has been looking for some momentum on the season, crushed their opponent 61-44, a victory...

Mixed fortunes for Biola basketball

Redshirt freshman forward Maximo Milovich elevates to secure the rebound.
Biola basketball split conference play against Chaminade.
Caleb Crawley, Sports Editor January 17, 2023

Biola’s men’s and women’s basketball teams continued conference play against Chaminade University on Monday. The women’s team picked up a 65-53 win against the Silverswords while the men’s team narrowly lost 72-68 in overtime.  RABE SETS RECORD Eagles redshirt junior forward Jordan Rabe...

Arizona Sun Devils scorch Eagles in water polo showdown

Redshirt junior utility Rachel Spadt waits for a pass from her teammate.
Biola loses to Arizona State 0-3.
Ryan Wingert, Staff Writer January 15, 2023

During the course of Friday and Saturday, Jan. 13 and 14, Biola played in three games in a mini tournament against Arizona State University. On Friday, the Eagles lost 14-0 against the University of Michigan, then fell 16-10 against California Baptist later that day. The final game on Saturday was against...

Eagles extinguish the Bethesda Flames

Redshirt sophomore guard Eleni Cabrera looks to pass to a teammate.
Biola throttles Bethesda 97-51.
Caleb Crawley, Sports Editor January 11, 2023

Biola’s women’s basketball team faced Bethesda University in a non-conference matchup on Monday night in Chase Gymnasium where spectators witnessed a 97-51 lopsided win for the Eagles. Biola’s offensive outburst set a program record for the highest scoring game since joining the NCAA Division II...

Cross country performs well at national championship

Graduate student Benjamin White leads the pack.
Women grab 26th place.
Ryan Wingert, Staff Writer December 4, 2022

On Friday, Dec. 2, the men's and women's cross country teams participated in the NCAA Division II National Championship. Both performed well in this high-stakes event.  WOMEN'S TEAM GETS 26th PLACE On the cold Friday night, the Biola women hit the national level of the sport for the first time. Freshman...

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...

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...

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...