Men’s Water Polo Announces 2025 Schedule

Pepperdine men’s water polo has unveiled its highly anticipated 2025 schedule, which includes nine home matches at Raleigh Runnels Memorial Pool. Head coach Merrill Moses emphasized the tough competition in their upcoming season, with matchups against several top-tier teams, including NCAA defending champions UCLA and runner-up USC. The Waves will kick off their season at the Triton Invite and host big games against Princeton and UC Irvine. The schedule reflects Pepperdine’s commitment to competing in the West Coast Conference (WCC), where they look to shine in their third consecutive year. Support from the local community and fans is highly encouraged throughout the season.

By the Numbers

• Pepperdine will play nine home games during the 2025 season.
• The Waves face five of the eight teams from the 2024 NCAA Tournament, showcasing a challenging lineup.

State of Play

• The season opens at the Triton Invite on August 30-31.
• Key home matchups include Princeton on October 12 and UC Irvine on November 1.

What’s Next

As the season approaches, the team is focused on preparation for tough early matchups against prestigious programs, which will set the tone for the remainder of the season. The anticipation builds as fans await ticket information for home contests.

Bottom Line

Pepperdine’s ambitious 2025 water polo schedule highlights the team’s goal of competing at the highest level and underscores the importance of community support to enhance the home game experience.