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Sunbirds bulldoze women’s tennis

Junior Gaby Carvajal notches the Eagles' sole win.
The Eagles fell 1-6.
Charlotte McKinley, Freelance Writer February 19, 2023

Only winning one match, women’s tennis played against Fresno Pacific University on Feb. 13 and lost, 1-6. LOSING DOUBLES The Eagles started off hopeful but could not keep up with the Sunbirds. Junior Lilly McNeill and redshirt junior Brooke Fager finished their match 6-1. Then, graduate student...

Concordia University Irvine narrowly defeats women’s tennis

Redshirt junior Colbyshae Emery connects with the ball.
The Eagles lost, 3-4.
Charlotte McKinley, Freelance Writer February 19, 2023

Women’s tennis played against Concordia University Irvine on Feb. 18 and lost, 3-4. ANOTHER DOUBLES LOSS The Eagles started off strong but ended up losing the point to the Golden Eagles. Juniors Lilly McNeill and Gaby Carvajal finished their match first, 6-3. After, sophomore Alexandria Mann and...

Women’s water polo wins two games in California Baptist mini tournament

Sophomore attacker Veralie Naranjo raises the ball in the air while evading a defender.
Biola notches two victories and takes two losses.
Charlotte McKinley, Freelance Writer February 3, 2023

Biola University made a decent showing at the mini tournament hosted by California Baptist University from Jan. 27–28. On the first day, the Eagles beat the University of Redlands 10-7 but lost to the University of Southern California 6-20 later that afternoon. The next day, Biola defeated Azusa Pacific...

Women’s basketball swept away by Hawaii Pacific

Redshirt junior forward Jordan Rabe elevates to score.
The Sharks decimated the Eagles 60-77.
Charlotte McKinley, Freelance Writer January 16, 2023

Women’s basketball played against Hawaii Pacific University on Jan. 14 in the first of three island games and lost 60-77. The Sharks ferociously defended their home court, took the lead early and kept it. The second quarter was much the same, leaving the Eagles floundering. After the halftime break,...

Women’s volleyball utterly defeated by Chaminade

Senior middle blocker Abigail Copeland leaps in the air to spike the ball.
Eagles fall to the Swords 0-3.
Charlotte McKinley, Freelance Writer October 27, 2022

Failing to win even one set, women’s volleyball lost to Chaminade University 0-3 in Hawaii on Oct. 26. SCORES By the end of the game, the Eagles totaled 27 kills, 2 aces, 5 blocks and 39 digs. Sophomore right side Anna Aubele led offense with seven kills followed by senior outside hitter Madison...

Mental health awareness should be ongoing

Biola offers a variety of counseling and mental health resources for students.
Here are resources available for students during Mental Health Awareness Week and beyond.
Emily Coffey and Noel Sassoon October 21, 2022

This past week was Mental Health Awareness Week for Biola students, following the World Health Organization’s day for mental health on Oct. 10. What is the purpose of these holidays, and how do they help students — if at all?  MENTAL HEALTH FOR COLLEGE STUDENTS  For many students, college can...

Women’s volleyball loses to Chaminade

Sophomore right side Anna Aubele jumps to spike the ball.
The Swords defeat the Eagles 1-3 in an error-riddled game.
Charlotte McKinley, Freelance Writer September 27, 2022

Unable to keep their at-home win streak, women’s volleyball lost to Chaminade University 1-3 at home on Sept. 26. SCORES By the end of the game, the Eagles totaled 47 kills, 2 aces, 2 blocks and 50 digs. Sophomore right side Anna Aubele continues to lead offense with 15 kills followed by senior outside...

Volleyball loses to Fresno in close game

Volleyball loses to Fresno in close game
The Eagles fall to the Sunbirds 1-3.
Charlotte McKinley, Freelance Writer September 10, 2022

On Sept. 10, women’s volleyball played against Fresno Pacific University and lost 1-3. SCORES By the end of the game, the Eagles totaled 54 kills, 7 aces, 3 blocks and 55 digs. Sophomore right side Anna Aubele led offense with 17 kills followed by redshirt freshman middle blocker Gracie Guy with...

Men’s tennis takes loss against Point Loma

Men’s tennis takes loss against Point Loma
The Eagles fall 1-6 to the Sea Lions.
Charlotte McKinley, Freelance Writer April 14, 2022

Men’s tennis played in San Diego against Point Loma Nazarene University on April 9 and lost, 1-6. NO DOUBLES The Eagles did not win any of their sets in doubles. Juniors Alexei Prokopchuk and Antonio Varona lost their doubles first, 1-6. Junior Sebastian Herrera and graduate student Carlos Solorzano’s...

Women’s tennis loses their first game in a month in a half

Women’s tennis loses their first game in a month in a half
After their match against Azusa Pacific, the Eagles took home a loss.
Amanda Frese, Managing Editor March 31, 2022

Women’s tennis faced off against the Azusa Pacific University Cougars on March 26 in Azusa, California. Though the Eagles fought hard to maintain their 14-match winning streak, the Eagles were unable to take the lead, resulting in a loss, 5-2.  STAYING IN THE FIGHT Though the Eagles failed to score...

Softball splits against HPU for a second time

Softball splits against HPU for a second time
The Eagles win 2-1 in game one and lose 3-2 to the Sharks in game two.
Natalie Hernandez, Sports Editor March 23, 2022

On March 22, softball played a doubleheader at home against Hawaii Pacific University, winning the first game 2-1 and losing the second 3-2. THE ONLY RUN In the first inning neither Biola nor HPU were able to score runs. At the bottom of the second inning redshirt junior outfielder Madison Blossey...

Softball beats HPU first game, loses second

Softball beats HPU first game, loses second
The Eagles scored the first game in the double header 1-0, then lost with a score of 2-6 the second game.
Charlotte McKinley, Freelance Writer March 22, 2022

On March 21, softball played a doubleheader at home against Hawaii Pacific University, winning the first game 1-0 and losing the second 2-6. THE ONLY RUN Senior right-handed pitcher Paige Austin made history on Freedom Field, achieving the first seven inning no-hitter of her career. Austin kept the...