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Softball splits for a second time against CUI

Softball splits for a second time against CUI
Biola had a rough first game (0-6) but gained another victory versus Concordia University Irvine, (3-2).
Natalie Hernandez, Sports Editor March 14, 2021

Biola softball played their second doubleheader against the Concordia University Irvine Golden Eagles at home in La Mirada, Calif. on Saturday afternoon. The first game was a blowout leaving Biola in the dust, 0-6. The Eagles barely swung by in the second second game, 3-2. Biola was unable to bring...

Biola swim team secure their final victory of the season

Biola swim team secure their final victory of the season
Both men and women defeated Pepperdine University in their final meet of the season, 105-100.
Natalie Hernandez, Sports Editor March 13, 2021

Biola’s men and women’s swim teams competed against Pepperdine University in Malibu, Calif. on March 13. They competed against the Waves in a 22-event meet for the Pacific Collegiate Swim Conference. Both the men and women were successful and received a combined team score to beat Pepperdine, 105-100. 10...

Volleyball starts their season with a loss

Biola Volleyball
Biola goes down fighting in Monday’s matchup against Alaska Fairbanks.
Natalie Hernandez, Sports Editor March 9, 2021

Volleyball started the season diving full speed ahead. The women had their first game ahead of the PacWest Conference, going head-to-head at home versus the University of Alaska Fairbanks Nanooks on Monday, March 8. Biola was able to win one of four sets but unfortunately gained their first loss of the...

Tennis triumphs over the Mavericks

Tennis triumphs over the Mavericks
Both the men and women secured victories over Colorado Mesa University.
Natalie Hernandez, Sports Editor March 7, 2021

It was an eventful Saturday for Biola’s tennis programs. Both the men and women dominated in their matches against the Colorado Mesa University Mavericks, 7-0. The men were able to comeback from a devastating loss last week and the women are currently rolling with a four-win streak.  COMEBACK ON...

Softball splits against APU

#35 catcher Kayla Neff ready for the game.
Biola adds another victory to start off the PacWest season.
Natalie Hernandez, Sports Editor March 7, 2021

Biola softball played their second doubleheader of the season at home in La Mirada, Calif. against the Azusa Pacific University Cougars on Saturday afternoon. The teams competed in their first game in the PacWest Season at 12 p.m. and their second game at 2 p.m. The Eagles unfortunately lost their...

Softball season is back with a split doubleheader

#14 pitcher Paige Austin bringing the heat against HIU.
Biola took game two against Hope International University.
Natalie Hernandez, Sports Editor March 6, 2021

Biola softball is back and played their first games of the season at home in La Mirada, Calif. against the Hope International University Royals on Friday afternoon. Biola competed against the Royals in a doubleheader match up, playing their first game at 2 p.m. and their second game at 4 p.m. Biola...

Biola women’s swim team reign undefeated

Biola and LMU taking their marks.
The Eagles annihilate the Lions, 144-92 in the Pacific Collegiate Swim Conference.
Natalie Hernandez, Sports Editor March 6, 2021

Biola’s women’s swim team returned home to Lansing Pool in La Mirada, Calif. on March 5 to go against D-1 Loyola Marymount University. This morning was a 10-event dual for the Pacific Collegiate Swim Conference. The women were able to dominate and secure another victory, 144-92.  SUCCESSFUL STROKES The...

We need to celebrate women of faith who lead amid opposition

We need to celebrate women of faith who lead amid opposition
Women spiritual leaders have been neglected and undervalued, and we all pay the price for that lack of representation.
Evana Upshaw and Addison Freiheit March 5, 2021

This article was originally published on March 5 at 6:33 p.m., but was updated on March 9 at 3:20 p.m. with new information. “Women were the last disciples at the cross and the first at the empty tomb,” writes Catherine Groeger of Christianity Today.  Women were also the first evangelists,...

Women’s golf competes in the Tim Tierney Pioneer Shootout

Women’s golf competes in the Tim Tierney Pioneer Shootout
The Eagles take second place and have two golfers place Top 5.
Natalie Hernandez, Sports Editor March 4, 2021

Women’s golf is staying consistent as the Eagles placed second overall in the Tim Tierney Pioneer Shootout in Alameda, Calif. at Corcia Park Golf Course on March 1-2. This tournament was hosted by the Dominican University of California Penguins. Biola competed for two days along with seven schools...

Biola swim team adds another victory to their season

Biola swim team adds another victory to their season
Women’s swim is on a five-meet winning streak, but the men face another loss versus California Polytechnic State University.
Natalie Hernandez, Sports Editor February 27, 2021

Biola’s men and women’s swim teams headed to California Polytechnic State University in San Luis Obispo, Calif. on Feb. 27. They competed against the Mustangs in a 34-event meet for the Pacific Collegiate Swim Conference. The women were able to dominate and secure another victory, 151-144. Unfortunately,...

Biola tennis annihilates Cal Lutheran

Biola tennis annihilates Cal Lutheran
Both the men and women secured victories over California Lutheran University.
Natalie Hernandez, Sports Editor February 27, 2021

It was a successful Saturday for Biola’s tennis programs. The men pulled off a clean sweep of California Lutheran University, 8-0. The win against Cal Lutheran was a long time coming and the first win against the Kingsmen. The women's team were close to pulling off a clean sweep against the Regals,...

Women’s basketball goes overtime against Concordia

Sophomore #15 Stephanie Lee going head-to-head against Concordia player.
The Eagles lose their ninth game in the PacWest Conference, 64-72.
Natalie Hernandez, Sports Editor February 27, 2021

Women’s basketball played their second to last game Friday night at home. Unfortunately, Biola was unable to add a win to their record and stand at fourth place in the Southern California pod. The Eagles were defeated once again by the Concordia University Golden Eagles, 64-72.  Although the Eagles...