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Angelo State takes down women’s tennis

Angelo State takes down women’s tennis
Eagles beaten soundly in 4-0 defeat against the Rambelles.
Joel Ashor, Sports Editor March 12, 2019

The Eagles competed for the second straight day on Tuesday, hosting Angelo State University. The Rambelles got the better of the Eagles, claiming the doubles point and three quick singles wins for the 4-0 victory. The bright spot of the day came from No. 1 doubles, when the pairing of junior Lauren...

Baseball splits doubleheader at HPU

Baseball splits doubleheader at HPU
Eagles pick up a win, but lose the nightcap against Hawaii Pacific.
Joel Ashor, Sports Editor February 26, 2019

Baseball returned to action at Hawaii Pacific University on Monday in their second doubleheader against the Sharks in three days. The Eagles split this twinbill, picking up a 10-6 win in the first game, but falling 4-0 in the second to lose the four-game series. BATES BRINGS THE BATS Biola got off...

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...

Men’s basketball defeats Hawaii Hilo

Men’s basketball defeats Hawaii Hilo
The Eagles defeat the Vulcans for the second time this season.
Andi Basista, News Editor February 20, 2019

Men’s basketball soared out of Chase Gymnasium on Tuesday night with a chip on their shoulders after defeating Hawaii Hilo University for the second consecutive time this month. The Eagles led the Vulcans the entire game, ending the night with a 79-63 win to sweep the season series. Senior Trevor...

Everything Eagles: Softball coach Nikki Udria brings DI resume

Everything Eagles: Softball coach Nikki Udria brings DI resume
Biola softball’s promising future is now in the hands of a young but decorated leader.
Austin Green, Managing Editor February 16, 2019

(This story was originally published in print on Feb. 14, 2019). Less than two years ago, the starting shortstop for the University of Oregon softball team became just the fifth player in program history to be named a two-time NCAA Division I All-American. She got the award after her .394 batting...

Women’s basketball drops fourth straight loss

Women’s basketball drops fourth straight loss
Eagles lose their final road game against Fresno Pacific.
Sasha Terry, Copy Editor February 14, 2019

Women’s basketball fell short in their final PacWest road matchup against Fresno Pacific University on Thursday night. The Eagles kept up with the Sunbirds in the first quarter, but fell further behind as the game progressed toward the end, posting a final score of 83-67. In the first quarter,...

Men’s basketball rallies in Hilo

Sophomore guard Michael Bagatourian dribbles through the court in a game against Azusa Pacific University on Dec. 15.
The Eagles claw back from 20 points down for a remarkable win.
Andi Basista, News Editor February 5, 2019

In a game that at one point seemed like a blowout in favor of the University of Hawaii-Hilo Vulcans, men’s basketball turned the tables and fought their way to a big 79-77 win on Monday. The comeback did not come easy to the Eagles, but they sealed the deal with a 13-3 run late in the second half. Senior...

Women’s basketball takes tough loss

Junior guard Tatum Brimley dribbles through the court, with teammate and senior forward Sara Dougan keeping pace.
The Eagles fall short in their final match in Hawaii.
Sasha Terry, Copy Editor February 5, 2019

Women’s basketball lost their final game in Hawaii, dropping one against Hawaii Hilo University on Monday night. The Vulcans took a huge lead in the first half, looking well on their way to a blowout. The Eagles caught up in the second half but fell short by a final score of 77-65. The first quarter...

Men’s basketball bounces back against Hawaii Pacific

a male player begins to make a layup against a blocking player
Five Eagles reach double digits in the victory.
Andi Basista, News Editor February 2, 2019

The Eagles recovered from a tough loss against Chaminade by beating Hawaii Pacific University in Kaneohe, Hawaii, 65-56. Biola spread the points around, with five players scoring in double figures. Senior guard Trevor Treinen ended the night with 12 points, four rebounds, and four assists. Senior...

Men’s basketball loses big to Chaminade

Trevor Treinen dunks during Biola's win over Fresno Pacific University on Jan. 31.
The Eagles fall short in the first of three games in Hawaii.
Andi Basista, News Editor February 1, 2019

Biola’s men’s basketball squad landed in Hawaii looking to start strong in a series of road games this weekend. However, the Eagles were unable to rise above the Chaminade University Silverswords on Thursday night in Honolulu, falling 82-58. Biola gave their best efforts against the No. 4 team...

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...

Women’s basketball drops conference game

Women’s basketball drops conference game
Eagles lose in a battle against fourth place PacWest contender.
Sasha Terry, Copy Editor January 26, 2019

Women’s basketball fell short in a close PacWest conference battle against the Fresno Pacific University Sunbirds at home on Saturday. The Eagles worked closely behind the Sunbirds and looked to push the game into overtime. In the final four seconds, freshman forward Danita Estorga fell short on a...