
Baylor Soccer Welcomes Pepperdine in Historic Pet-Friendly Showdown
Baylor University will host Pepperdine on Sunday at 7 p.m. CT, featuring a pet-friendly promotion and a debut matchup between two programs with strong early-season form.
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Baylor University will host Pepperdine on Sunday at 7 p.m. CT, featuring a pet-friendly promotion and a debut matchup between two programs with strong early-season form.

A late goal by Kate Ryan put Pepperdine ahead, but Texas Tech answered quickly, resulting in a 1-1 stalemate that sets up a Sunday showdown with Baylor.

Pepperdine's women's soccer squad embarks on its inaugural road trip, facing Texas Tech and Baylor in a schedule that blends experience‑building matches with a glimpse of future West Coast Conference competition.

The Waves will host the California Golden Bears on Thursday at 3 p.m. in Malibu, California, a game that could influence both teams' trajectories this season.

Julia Quinonez’s recent West Coast Conference award spotlights a breakout season for Pepperdine women’s soccer, as the team prepares for a pivotal matchup against Cal Berkeley.

The Waves held USC to a 1-1 tie, with a penalty conversion and strong defensive work from junior keeper Jillian Medvecky.

The Waves host USC on Sunday at noon in the second game of a three‑match homestand, seeking to build on a recent WCC title and a strong national pedigree.

The Trojans open their Sunday match against Pepperdine in Malibu, looking to build on a strong historical edge, a new stadium and a recruiting class ranked No. 1 nationally.

The Pepperdine women's soccer team began its 2026 schedule with a 3-1 victory over Colgate, highlighted by a brace from Julia Quinonez, a first collegiate goal by Kate Ryan, and a strong defensive effort from Jillian Medvecky.

From legacy programs to emerging powerhouses, a new generation of coaches is shaping NCAA Division I women’s soccer through recruitment, culture and sustained excellence.

Pepperdine’s women’s soccer team opens the 2026 campaign at home against Colgate, celebrating a recent conference championship while preparing for a challenging nonconference schedule.

The Waves' senior trio earns unanimous preseason honors, while head coach Tim Ward's decades‑long impact fuels optimism for the first ever WCC championship.

Pepperdine University’s women’s soccer program introduces flexible ticket packages priced at $120, aiming to boost attendance at key matchups against USC, Arizona and Cal.

Pepperdine announces the hiring of Maddi Desiano as an assistant coach, highlighting her championship pedigree, professional journey across three leagues, and recent literary debut.
The first Plymouth North Girls Basketball Camp welcomed 55 participants, separating the girls' and boys' programs to create more space and a tailored experience, while fostering ties between the high school and local youth league.

Maddi Desiano, a San Clemente native and UCLA national champion, has been appointed assistant coach for the Pepperdine Waves women's soccer program, bringing professional and international experience to the roster.

Maddi Desiano, a UCLA national champion and former professional player, has accepted an assistant coaching role at Pepperdine, bringing a wealth of experience to the program.

Pepperdine announces a challenging 2026 schedule featuring top opponents from power‑four conferences, a new WCC postseason format, and key returning players aiming for a three‑year conference title streak.
The annual all‑star contest scheduled for June 12 at Zanesville will feature a Licking County team led by Coach Tim Ward, who aims to overturn last year’s loss and extend a storied rivalry that has seen the Muskingum Valley dominate the series.