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Softball overpowers the Urban Knights

Left-handed pitcher/outfield Jennifer Morinishi slides toward the plate.
Eagles defeat Academy of Art with powerful double-digit hits and runs.
Chloe Simmons, Design Editor April 24, 2023

The Eagles defeated the Academy of Art Urban Knights at Biola’s Freedom Field by scoring 27 hits and 21 runs, resulting in a doubleheader win as they closed their season.  GAME ONE: TAKING THE LEAD Eagles' softball had a rocky start with the Urban Knights. The Academy of Art jumped ahead to a 2-0...

Bring out the brooms: Eagles sweep Urban Knights

Sophomore catcher Sam Lisiak crushes a pitch.
Biola sweeps ART U in a four-game series at home.
Caleb Crawley, Sports Editor March 28, 2023

Biola baseball rebounded from a disappointing series against Point Loma by sweeping Academy of Art at Eagles Diamond over the weekend. The Eagles outscored the Urban Knights 38-15 over the course of four games, dominating their PacWest opponent at the plate and on the bases. SLUGGING SERRATOS  The...

Volleyball falls to Urban Knights

Junior libero and defensive specialist Mary McDonnell jumps to hit the ball.
Volleyball loses to Academy of Art in a shutout.
Ryan Wingert, Staff Writer November 5, 2022

On the evening of Friday, Nov. 4, the Urban Knights came to Biola swinging and held the Eagles to just 52 points on the night, while Academy of Art scored 75 points to win. During the matchup, Biola never led in the first or third sets. They did briefly lead in the second set, but their lead never surpassed...

Eagles sweep conference matchup

Redshirt senior defender Haiko Hovak throws the ball back in to the field of play.
Men's and women's soccer teams defeat Academy of Art.
Caleb Crawley, Sports Editor October 7, 2022

Both Biola’s men’s and women’s soccer teams won their conference matches against Academy of Art on Thursday. The men’s team defeated the Urban Knights 4-1; meanwhile the women’s team earned a 4-0 victory.  SECOND HALF OFFENSE The men’s squad found the net four times en route to their conference...

Women’s basketball falls short against the Academy of Art

Women's basketball falls short against the Academy of Art
The Eagles put up a fight against the Urban Knight but lost from a lack of consistency.
Amanda Frese, Managing Editor January 27, 2022

Though the Eagles put up a fight against the Academy of Art University Urban Knights on Thursday, they ended the game with a loss, 83-61. The Eagles held their own at the free-throw line, shooting 72.7%, but lacked offensive efficiency and scored low on their field goals and 3-pointers. However, the...

Volleyball dominates Academy of Art

Volleyball dominates Academy of Art
The Eagles schooled the Urban Knights, 3-0.
Natalie Willis, Editor-in-Chief November 13, 2021

On Nov. 13 volleyball headed to Belmont, California to face off against the Academy of Art Urban Knights. Biola dominated the court, shutting down the Urban Knights to win the first three sets, 3-0. Overall, the Eagles totaled 64 points, 49 kills, nine aces and three blocks.  THREE SET SWEEP The first...

Volleyball takes three-set win against the Urban Knights

Volleyball takes three-set win against the Urban Knights
Gaining essential kills and digs, the Eagles champion a swift victory.
Amanda Frese, Managing Editor October 21, 2021

After 45 kills and 30 digs, the Eagles triumphed over the Academy of Art University Urban Knights, with a three-set identical score, 25-19. The 3-0 win places Biola at a 10-7, 6-3 Pacwest standing. WELL-ROUNDED PLAY During the first set, redshirt sophomore outside hitter Madison Beebe and middle blocker...

Men’s soccer pummels Academy of Art

Men’s soccer pummels Academy of Art
The Eagles fly past Urban Knights for 4-0 win in conference opener.
Victoria Chiang, Copy Editor September 30, 2021

Men’s soccer competed in a thrilling home match against the Academy of Art University Urban Knights on Thursday evening, comfortably winning 4-0 in their first PacWest conference game. Redshirt freshman forward Adam Jones led the sheet with two goals, playing strong in the second half. FIRST HALF...

Women’s soccer steals a win

Women's soccer steals a win
The Eagles defeat the Urban Knights, 2-0.
Natalie Willis, Editor-in-Chief September 30, 2021

On Sept. 30 women’s soccer returned home to face the Academy of Art University Urban Knights for their PacWest opener. The Eagles played an aggressive match and came out on top, 2-0. Biola’s offense kept the advantage, logging 20 shots and nine on goal.  FIRST HALF WIN Freshman forward Jazmin...

Women’s tennis scores over Academy of Art

Women’s tennis scores over Academy of Art
The Eagles mustered up enough offensive gains to soar above the Urban Knights, 4-3.
Andi Basista, News Editor March 2, 2021

The Eagles traveled north to San Francisco, Calif. yesterday afternoon to take on the Academy of Art Urban Knights. Coming off a recent win, Biola was locked in and focused to continue the streak. It was a nail-biter, but the Eagles were able to come out on top with the win, 4-3. Biola swept the Urban...

Women’s basketball astounded by Academy of Art

Sophomore guard Aysia Johnson blocks her opponent from the ball.
The Eagles fell to the Urban Knights in a 10-point loss.
Andi Basista, News Editor February 8, 2020

Women’s basketball took a hard loss on their second game of their NorCal roadtrip against the Academy of Art on Saturday afternoon. The Eagles kept the game within reach all the way until the third quarter where they let the momentum fade, resulting in the 58-68 loss. Junior forward Jazz Benn led...

Volleyball earns clean win against Academy of Art

Two Eagles jump for the ball.
The Eagles reach .500 in most recent win.
Ashley Grams, Deputy News Editor October 18, 2019

After three matches in Hawaii, volleyball took on Academy of Arts University at home Friday evening. Biola won the match 3-0 as junior middle blocker Bekah Roth led the offense.   The Eagles began the first set strong, leading the Knights in almost every category, racking up 20 digs and and 18 kills....