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Women’s basketball falls short to Concordia

Women’s basketball falls short to Concordia
Biola’s senior night faced a bittersweet loss in their final regular season game.
Gigi Fierro February 27, 2020

Biola hosted Concordia University Irvine at Chase Gymnasium for the final game of the Eagles’ regular season. The night started by honoring senior guards Jelissa Puckett, Kayla Macedo, Tatum Brimley and senior forward Mikayla Greens. After the tears of many parents and loved ones, the game finally...

Women’s basketball clenches victory over FPU

Senior guard Jelissa Puckett dribbles the ball around her opponent.
The Eagles rose to No. 2 in the PacWest conference with a win over Fresno Pacific University.
Andi Basista, News Editor February 24, 2020

Women’s basketball secured a clutch win in the fourth against Fresno Pafcific University Monday evening on the Sunbirds’ homecourt, 61-56. The Eagles’ victory tonight places them at the second seed in the PacWest conference with just one game left in the regular season. Senior guard Tatum Brimley...

Women’s basketball destroys Holy Names

Women’s basketball destroys Holy Names
The Eagles showed no mercy to the Hawks as they soared into today’s 49-point victory.
Gigi Fierro February 22, 2020

Biola hosted the Holy Names University Hawks women’s basketball team at Chase Gymnasium this Saturday afternoon. The Eagles played strong from start to finish against the Hawks and increased their lead through every quarter. Biola collectively executed 24 steals and 17 assists to contribute to this...

Women’s basketball loses to No. 1 in PacWest conference

Sophomore guard Aysia Johnson  gets ready to shoot the ball to the basket.
The Eagles battled Hawaii Pacific University but lost 72-60.
Zachary Devane, Deputy Sports Editor February 15, 2020

Women’s basketball played against the top seed in the PacWest conference, Hawaii Pacific University, on Saturday, Feb. 15. Despite making runs throughout the second half, the Eagles were unable to come back from a poor start. Junior forward Jazz Benn led the team with 27 points on 50% shooting from...

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...

Biola dominates Hawaii Hilo with a 61-34 win

Senior guard Jelissa Puckett dribbles the ball around her opponent.
The Eagles nearly doubled Hawaii Hilo’s points as they advanced further in their seven-game winning streak.
Vanessa Morales December 10, 2019

Biola hosted Hawaii Hilo University on Tuesday, Dec. 10, continuing their seven-game winning streak. The Eagles led in each quarter, proving their dominance with an incredible 61-34 win. The Eagles had their way with the Vulcans, as sophomore guard Aysia Johnson led BU with 12 total points and nine...

Women’s basketball blows out Dominican, 84-53

Women’s basketball blows out Dominican, 84-53
The Eagles took command over Dominican University in a 31 point victory.
Andi Basista, News Editor December 7, 2019

Women’s basketball remains perfect in the PacWest conference (2-0) after an away matchup against Domincan University on Saturday evening. The Eagles came out firing right from the tip, and were able to maintain their control throughout all four quarters, defeating Domincan in thrilling fashion, 84-53. Junior...

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 defeats Dominguez Hills in fourth-straight win

Women’s basketball defeats Dominguez Hills in fourth-straight win
The Eagles break their four-game losing streak to Cal State Dominguez Hills, winning 75-64.
Andi Basista, News Editor November 30, 2019

Women’s basketball traveled to Carson, California over Thanksgiving break in a matchup against California State University, Dominguez Hills on Saturday afternoon. The Eagles had a sluggish start, down 11 at the end of the first quarter and on the short side of a 31-40 halftime score. However, BU came...

Women’s basketball loses close game to CSUDH, 77-71

Eagles drop second loss of season against California State University, Dominguez Hills.
The Eagles are now 0-2 to start the season.
Tori Apodaca November 9, 2019

Women’s basketball lost 77-71 against California State University, Dominguez Hills. The Eagles held the lead throughout the middle of the game, but ultimately were unable to finish off the Toros for the win. Redshirt sophomore Danita Estorga had a career-high game, scoring 22 points for the Eagles....

Women’s basketball hopes unity brings success

The women's basketball team comes together for one common goal, winning the 2019-20 NCAA Dll PacWest championship.
The Eagles drive home faith in action as the basis for their upcoming season.
Andi Basista, News Editor November 1, 2019

(This story was originally published in print on Oct. 31, 2019). Phillipians 2:2 says, “Complete my joy by being of the same mind, having the same love, being in full accord and of one mind and purpose.” Head coach Alan Nakamura is forming his team’s structure around this verse and being one...

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...