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The Student News Site of Biola University

The Chimes

Women’s basketball bounces back with a win at Holy Names University

Women’s basketball bounces back with a win at Holy Names University
The Lady Eagles continue their outstanding play, winning four of their last five games.
Joey Mistretta February 6, 2020

On Thursday evening, Feb. 6, women’s basketball traveled up the I-5 to play against the Holy Names University Hawks in Oakland, California. The Eagles came into the game searching to regain their momentum as they had won three straight games before dropping their last matchup at home. Biola easily...

Midnight Madness 2019: men’s basketball redeems themselves

Biola Men's Basketball team holds up their trophy after winning the 3-point contest at Midnight Madness 2019.
The annual pep rally brought all the usual traditions back, introducing prospective students to Eagles athletics.
Lacey Patrick and Ashley Grams November 11, 2019

Red lights flooded the gym as students piled into the bleachers. They were welcomed by cheerleaders waving glittering pom-poms and music so loud it sent vibrations through the floor. The night began with performances by Biola’s dance team, cheer squad and the beloved Eddy the Eagle.  A WELCOME...

Eagles step into official NCAA Division II membership

Biola students celebrate during the 2018 Biola v.s. Azusa Pacific game.
The Eagles are now eligible for Division II postseason play.
Andi Basista, News Editor September 21, 2019

(This story was originally published in print on Sept. 19, 2019). After two years of provisional NCAA Division II membership, Biola Athletics officially became a full and active DII school over the summer. The Eagles entered provisional DII membership during the summer of 2016 after 52 years in the...

Biola Athletics announces water polo will be added to varsity athletics

Biola Athletics announces water polo will be added to varsity athletics
Men’s and women’s water polo will be added as a new program in 2021-22.
Andi Basista, News Editor September 3, 2019

Biola athletics has recently announced the addition of men’s and women’s water polo to the growing sports program. After running the proposal by the President’s Cabinet and Board of Trustees, both a men’s and women’s team will be added to the Eagles community. According to Biola’s Athletics...

Midnight Madness 2018: The Red Sea parts again

Photo by Thecla Li / THE CHIMES
The Flock brought back an old tradition while the women’s basketball team won an intense three-point contest.
Isabelle Thompson and Joel Ashor November 12, 2018

Students veered left and right as two lacrosse stick-wielding Flock members dressed as Moses parted the middle of the cheering section. It was a spectacle meant to resemble the biblical parting of the Red Sea and marked the return of a tradition that Biola’s student section leaders hope will become...

Nike ad represents and empowers Latinas

Nike ad represents and empowers Latinas
The sportswear giant released a new ad for Hispanic Heritage month, prompting Latina women to “Just Do It” together.
Jocelyn Meza, Freelance Writer September 26, 2018

When someone asks, “Have you seen the new Nike ad?” you might automatically think of Colin Kaepernick’s face with the words “Believe in something. Even if it means sacrificing everything.” However, that is not the only Nike ad sparking a conversation. OVERCOMING OBSTACLES Recently, a 90-second-long...

Volleyball swept by top-15 team

Karly Dantuma stretches her hand toward the ball as it flies over the net
Western Washington made quick work of the Eagles, who suffered their first sweep of the season.
Austin Green, Managing Editor September 1, 2018

After beating previously No. 19-ranked Northwest Nazarene University twice over a five-day span, Biola volleyball looked for another victory over a ranked team when it faced No. 15 Western Washington University Saturday. However, the Eagles were overpowered this time around, losing in three straight...

Volleyball splits doubleheader at NCAA showcase

Volleyball splits doubleheader at NCAA showcase
The Eagles opened play at APU with a four-set win and a four-set loss.
Joel Ashor, Sports Editor August 30, 2018

Volleyball began play at Azusa Pacific University’s West Region Showcase Thursday with a four-set win against Northwest Nazarene University, followed by a four-set loss to Cal State University San Bernardino. The Eagles started the day with their second straight match against NNU, and just like...

Volleyball takes down No. 19 NNU

Ladies of the volleyball team work together to defeat Holy Names University with a three-set sweep on Friday night in Chase Gymnasium.
Aaron Seltzer’s team beat their first ranked opponent of the season to improve to 2-1 in nonconference play.
August 25, 2018

The Eagles finished their Idaho trip Saturday with a crucial five-set win versus host Northwest Nazarene University, the no. 19 team in NCAA Division II. Read more on Biola Athletics

Volleyball wins season opener

Biola Volleyball
The Eagles beat a former conference rival in a marathon match before losing the second game of their doubleheader.
Austin Green, Managing Editor August 24, 2018

Year two of NCAA Division II play started with a bang for Biola Volleyball Friday when the Eagles beat Dixie State University in a five-set thriller that needed extra points to be decided. However, the team quickly got a gut check when it fell in four sets to Cal State Monterey Bay in its second match...

Chase gym receives first renovation in eight years

The men's locker room
Administration funds another athletics project to meet increased strain on facility.
Christian Leonard, Editor-in-Chief March 6, 2018

Chase Gymnasium will receive its fourth expansion since its construction in 1966, offering additional space for cramped student athlete practices and workouts by 2020. ADDRESSING LONG-STANDING NEEDS The emphasis on athletic facilities addresses student needs both recent and historic, according to...

L.A. Pro Sports Update 5/17

Ducks start Western Conference Finals while Dodgers rise in division standings and Angels stay afloat.
Austin Green, Managing Editor May 18, 2017
Ducks start Western Conference Finals while Dodgers rise in division standings and Angels stay afloat.