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The Chimes

Chico State continues undefeated streak against Biola

Drew Darke, midfielder for Biola University Men's Soccer.
Biola loses 0-1 to #8 Chico State.
Colin Twisslemann, Sports Editor September 24, 2023

Biola Eagles’ men’s soccer (0-4-1) lost a closely contested match vs. the #8 Chico State Wildcats  (4-0) in Thursday’s preseason match.  To start the action of the first half, Biola’s junior defender Luke Quinn had a look at the goal and aimed for the middle of the net but was saved by junior...

Cougars take care of the Eagles

Junior defender Nathan Kovalcik.
Biola loses to CSU San Marcos 3-1.
Colin Twisslemann, Sports Editor September 9, 2023

Biola Eagles men's soccer  (0-2-1) lost to the Cal State San Marcos Cougars (2-0-0) on the road 3-1 Wednesday night in their 15th matchup ever.  TIGHT FIRST HALF The game started out promising as Biola was quick to capitalize on an offsides call against San Marcos as they scored a goal 8 minutes...

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...

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...

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...

Men’s Water Polo ends regular season with road win

Sophomore goalkeeper Mitchell Carpenter turns to throw.
Eagles finish season with a 14-10 record.
Ryan Wingert, Staff Writer November 10, 2022

On Wednesday, Nov. 9, men’s water polo visited University of Redlands to take on the Bulldogs in the final matchup of the regular season. Biola came in hot off a three-game win streak and clinched their fourth straight victory against Redlands, beating the Bulldogs. BIOLA IN CONTROL While the final...

Women’s soccer takes loss against the Sharks

Sophomore defender Chloe Laurin goes head-to-head with her Hawaii Pacific opponent.
Eagles fall to Hawaii Pacific 0-1.
Colin Twisselmann, Freelance Writer November 1, 2022

Biola women’s soccer (4-11-1, 3-6-0) lost a close one to the Hawaii Pacific Sharks (4-11-1, 3-6-0) 0-1. This game almost got away from Biola at the beginning as the Sharks put up a shot on goal within the first minute — but goalie Savannah Taveres was there for the save, her first of four in the...

Men’s water polo falls just shy of winning in close game

Junior utility Maxwell Osborn gets ready to launch the ball over his opponent.
Eagles mirror Golden Eagles in the middle two sets.
Ryan Wingert, Staff Writer October 27, 2022

Biola entered Wednesday’s match looking to build some momentum on the season. They came very close to doing just that, playing the Concordia Golden Eagles close to the very end. The score differential never reached more than three goals. Although it was close, Biola ultimately fell to the Golden Eagles...

Soccer takes a swipe at the Silverswords

Redshirt junior forward Mason Stansberry vies with the defender for control of the ball.
Biola shows out in 6-0 win over Chaminade.
Colin Twisselmann, Freelance Writer October 25, 2022

On Oct. 24, the Biola men’s team (6-3-6, 6-0-3) lit up the scoreboard 6-0 in a resounding victory over conference rival the Chaminade Silverswords. (2-7-2, 2-4-1) The goal scored in the 1st minute set the tone for plays to come as Biola led 1-0 early on and took an astonishing 30 shots throughout...

Women’s soccer takes loss against Concordia

Redshirt senior midfielder Frances Andrade dribbles past two defenders.
Biola falls to Concordia 3-1.
Colin Twisselmann, Freelance Writer October 19, 2022

Biola women’s soccer lost to Concordia 3-1 in a game that tested Biola’s defense and persistence. Biola’s record fell to 3-8-1 overall and 2-3-0 in conference play in a tightly contested battle against the Concordia Eagles. BIOLA STAYS IN THE FIGHT Biola struggled early on regarding possession...

Men’s water polo breaks even in tournament

Freshman attacker Gavin Oliver turns to pass the ball.
Eagles go 2-2, but finally beat Chapman this season.
Ryan Wingert, Staff Writer October 2, 2022

Over the course of this Friday and Saturday, the Biola’s men’s water polo team participated in the Gary Troyer tournament. During the tournament, the Eagles faced four teams: the McKendree University Bearcats, Mount St. Mary’s Mountaineers, Whittier Poets and the growing rival Chapman University's...

Eagles compete in non-conference play

Redshirt senior defender Izaac Zausch sets up to kick.
Eagles tie 1-1 against CSUSB.
Caleb Crawley, Sports Editor September 15, 2022

Biola’s men’s and women’s soccer teams both competed in non-conference games on Wednesday night. The men’s soccer team tied 1-1 against Cal State San Bernardino at home, and, meanwhile, the women’s soccer team lost 1-0 at Cal State LA.  COLACI CHIPS IN GOAL Men’s soccer struggled out of...