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Athlete of the Week: Baseball’s Connor Kostecka

Sophomore shortstop Connor Kostecka leads off first base during the Eagles' 14-3 loss against Hope International University on Feb. 19.
The sophomore shortstop helped key the Eagles’ offense in a two-game sweep of San Diego Christian.
Joel Ashor, Sports Editor February 20, 2019

After biding his time as a freshman last year, sophomore shortstop Connor Kostecka has stepped into a starting role this year for the Eagles, taking the place of longtime starter Ricky Perez. So far, Kostecka has been up to the challenge, hitting extremely well for Biola and helping the Eagles to a sweep...

Baseball wins rain-shortened game

Baseball wins rain-shortened game
Eagles post 10 runs in less than six innings for win over San Diego Christian.
Joel Ashor, Sports Editor February 18, 2019

Biola took on San Diego Christian College at Eagles Diamond on Monday for their second home game against the Hawks in three days. The Eagles jumped on top early, then notched five runs in the sixth inning before the game was called in the middle of the inning due to rain. The final score of the shortened...

Baseball erupts for nine runs in comeback win

Baseball erupts for nine runs in comeback win
Offense heats up late as Eagles take down San Diego Christian at home.
Joel Ashor, Sports Editor February 16, 2019

Baseball returned home for their second home game of the season on Saturday against San Diego Christian College. Biola fell behind 4-0 early, but an offensive explosion that started in the fifth inning gave the Eagles a 9-5 comeback win. SLOW START The Eagles’ bats struggled to string together hits...

Chimes Athlete of the Week: Men’s Tennis’ Logan Blair

Chimes Athlete of the Week: Men’s Tennis’ Logan Blair
The sophomore has brought his game to a new level this year, winning his first two matches in straight sets.
Joel Ashor, Sports Editor February 14, 2019

After playing in a lower spot last year as a freshman, sophomore Logan Blair has elevated his play and is now the Eagles’ No. 2 singles player. Blair has found success in his new spot, starting off the new season on a hot streak. In his opening match of the year against Hope International University...

Baseball brings the bats at Vanguard

Baseball brings the bats at Vanguard
The Eagles’ offensive explosion helps them to the first win of the season.
Joel Ashor, Sports Editor February 12, 2019

Baseball traveled to Vanguard University on Tuesday, looking to pick up their first victory of the year against their old conference rivals. The Eagles did just that, erupting on offense in an 11-5 victory over the Lions. After scoring no runs in their first game, Biola’s offense finally came alive,...

Men’s tennis shuts out San Diego Christian

Men’s tennis shuts out San Diego Christian
The Eagles get a little help from the rain, carrying them to their first season win.
Andi Basista, News Editor February 10, 2019

Biola men’s tennis came into Saturday afternoon’s matches against San Diego Christian College looking to redeem themselves after falling short to Hope International University just two days prior. The Hawks were unable to take home a single win in their first matchup of the year, as Biola defeated...

Volleyball’s weirdest streak is for the birds

A graphic from Aug. 25 celebrating Biola Volleyball's 27th straight win over an opponent with a bird mascot. The win streak is now up to 32 as of Oct. 20, 2018.
Austin Green, Managing Editor October 20, 2018

Neil Morgan does not remember the exact moment when he discovered what is almost certainly the most unorthadox streak in Biola Athletics history. He does, however, remember what led to the find. Biola volleyball was playing in the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics national tournament...

Conference tennis tournament shows signs of improvement

Courtesy of Tim Goozen
The women’s team shone in the tournament, while the men’s team struggled but still found silver linings.
Carter Baumgartner, Writer April 27, 2017
The women’s team shone in the tournament, while the men’s team struggled but still found silver linings.

Men’s and women’s tennis fall in conference tournament

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The Eagles women lost in semifinals while the men dropped their first match.
Carter Baumgartner, Writer April 25, 2017
The Eagles women lost in semifinals while the men dropped their first match.

Baseball faces tough road

Kyle Kohner/THE CHIMES
Despite a strong showing against San Diego, the Eagles fell to fourth with a loss to Menlo.
Keaton Moore, Writer April 12, 2017
Despite a strong showing against San Diego, the Eagles fell to fourth with a loss to Menlo.

Sweep and senior night highlight week for softball

Sweep and senior night highlight week for softball
Biola won three of their six games this week, but those three proved significant.
Dale Fredriks, Writer April 12, 2017
Biola won three of their six games this week, but those three proved significant.

Magro’s bat explodes, leads Eagles to sweep of Hawks

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Magro continues to rake, Knapp steals home and Eagles down Hawks in weekend series sweep.
Kyle Kohner, Copy Editor & Office Manager April 11, 2017
Magro continues to rake, Knapp steals home and Eagles down Hawks in weekend series sweep.