Pepperdine Beach Volleyball has unveiled its 2025 schedule, featuring 16 regular season matches and 10 home events aimed at preparing the team for the NCAA Championships. Head coach Marcio Sicoli emphasized that the schedule includes competitions against top-15 programs, enhancing readiness for the postseason. The Waves will kick off their season in Malibu on February 21, hosting Vanguard and Cal State Bakersfield. High-stakes duals against top-ranked teams like California, Long Beach State, UCLA, and USC will be crucial for gauging their competitive standing. The season will conclude with the WCC Championships on April 24-25 and the NCAA Championships on May 2-4.

By the Numbers
  • Pepperdine's schedule includes 10 home matches.
  • At least four duals will occur against teams ranked in the top 10 of the 2024 AVCA poll.
State of Play
  • The Waves host opening matches against Vanguard and Cal State Bakersfield on February 21.
  • High-profile duals include contests against USC and UCLA in Los Angeles.
  • The program will also compete in the Big 12 Invitational and the WCC Midseason Challenge in March.
What's Next

The Waves will prepare for rigorous tests against rival teams while refining their gameplay ahead of the postseason. Upcoming matches will provide an opportunity to assess their skills against some of the nation’s strongest programs.

Bottom Line

Pepperdine's ambitious 2025 schedule is strategically designed to elevate the team's performance, as they aim for a strong showing in the WCC and NCAA Championships. Key matchups will determine their readiness as they seek to compete at the highest level.