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Up and Comers Vol. 4: The Rise of Fall Stars

Ariana Markey, freshman Women’s Soccer defender (left); Tristen Raymond, freshmen Women’s Indoor Volleyball setter (middle); and Csanád Bella, freshman Men’s Water Polo utility (right), are the featured “up and comers” for the fall 2025 athletic semester. All three of these young athletes said they are excited to make an impact in their time at Pepperdine. Graphic by Shane Stephens

As the 2025 season is in full swing for the fall sports teams, a trio of “up and comers” have been making their impact. The highlighted athletes are: Tristen Raymond, freshman Women’s Indoor Volleyball setter; Csanád Bella, freshman Men’s Water Polo utility; and Ariana Markey, freshman Women’s Soccer defender/attacker.