Junior forward Shorna Preston high-fives two teammates at Blue and Orange Madness in Firestone Fieldhouse on Oct. 3. Preston has recorded six double-doubles on the season so far. Photos by Melissa Houston
High tides occur at the start of every day when the sun begins to rise, according to Surf Forecast. As the day starts, the ocean’s waves get stronger and reach further on the shore.
The Pepperdine Women’s Basketball team had their own high tide at the start of the 2025-26 season, securing their best start in 45 years, according to Pepperdine Athletics.