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Women’s basketball gets first conference win over Notre Dame de Namur

Women’s basketball gets first conference win over Notre Dame de Namur
The Eagles secured a 51-44 win in a tight game for their first win in a two-game road trip to Northern California.
Zachary Devane, Deputy Sports Editor December 5, 2019

The Eagles shook off a slow start to their game against Notre Dame de Namur University and fought to a 51-44 win in Belmont, California. Sophomore forward Danita Estorga led the Eagles in scoring with 13 points and eight rebounds in just 20 minutes of playing time.  GOOD TIMES In the first half, the...

Women’s basketball soars past Hope International

Freshmen guard Stephanie Lee jumps to make a basket.
The Eagles extend their win streak to three after an explosive win over HIU.
Ashley Grams, Deputy News Editor November 23, 2019

Biola women’s basketball took on an undefeated Hope International University Saturday afternoon. The Eagles took a quick lead and pushed past HIU, 78-60, with six players scoring in double digits.  The Eagles established a quick lead from the start with sophomore guard and forward Danita Estorga...

Women’s basketball falls short against Hawaii Pacific

Women’s basketball falls short against Hawaii Pacific
Eagles’ late rally not enough in narrow loss to the Sharks.
Joel Ashor, Sports Editor February 23, 2019

Women’s basketball played at home again on Saturday, taking on Hawaii Pacific University in a PacWest matchup. The Eagles made a late push, coming within three points late, but the rally fell short as the Sharks came away with a 59-52 win. TOUGH HALF In the first quarter, the Eagles started 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...

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,...

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...

Women’s basketball falls short in second Hawaiian matchup

a player jumps to make a shot against two others
Benn leads the Eagles offensively with four three-pointers in a loss at Hawaii Pacific.
Ashley Grams, Deputy News Editor February 2, 2019

Biola women’s basketball team struggled on Saturday afternoon at Hawaii Pacific University, losing 72-59. Sophomore forward Jazz Benn led the Eagles with 16 points and shot 50% from deep, converting four of her eight three-point attempts. The Eagles started the first period strong, as Benn and...

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...

Chimes Athlete of the Week: Women’s Basketball’s Tatum Brimley

#10 student prepares to shoot a basketball
The junior guard impressed in a tight loss to Fresno Pacific.
Joel Ashor, Sports Editor January 30, 2019

When Biola took on Fresno Pacific University last Saturday, the Eagles needed a spark to keep them within striking distance throughout the game. Brimley provided that spark with an impressive offensive performance to lead Biola. The Eagles fought wire-to-wire with the Sunbirds, keeping close the...

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...

Women’s basketball survives overtime thriller

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Eagles win tough competition against CUI thanks to some late free throws.
Sasha Terry, Copy Editor December 9, 2018

Women’s basketball played in a tough PacWest conference road game against Concordia University Irvine that went into overtime on Saturday. The Eagles started off attaining a strong lead in the first half. CUI caught up to Biola in the second half by scoring a free throw shot to move the game into overtime....

Women’s basketball suffers first conference loss

Women’s basketball suffers first conference loss
Eagles lose close game on the road against Point Loma.
Joel Ashor, Sports Editor December 5, 2018

Women’s basketball headed south for an important PacWest matchup at Point Loma Nazarene University on Wednesday. The Eagles kept the game close throughout, but could not quite get over the hump, losing their first conference game 60-53. Junior guard Tatum Brimley led the Eagles with 16 points to...