Freshman attacker Owen Tift blocks a shot from a Pacific player, leading to an exclusion foul at 4:39 in the first quarter at Raleigh Runnels Memorial Pool on Oct. 17. The play set the tone for an intense matchup, as both teams battled for control early in the game. Photos by Ava Walton
The No. 8 Pepperdine Waves Men’s Water Polo team (10-8 overall, 0-2 WCC) faced a spirited and exceptionally close match against the No. 14 Pacific Tigers, ultimately falling short in a 13-12 final score at Raleigh Runnels Memorial Pool on Oct.