Profiles – Spring 2016 – Nabil Mardini

Profiles – Spring 2016 – Nabil Mardini

by | May 21, 2016 | FEATURED, PROFILES, Spring 2016, Teachers

Nabil Mardini

Mardini

Nabil is the head coach of the Pierce College Women’s Volleyball team.

Welcome to Pierce Profiles where KPCRadio.com reporters profile a person, group or department of Pierce College. Team reporters conduct multiple interviews creating Teacher Profiles that feature the educators on campus. In this profile Londy Sagastume features Nabil Mardini, who is the head coach of the Pierce College Women’s Volleyball team.

Nabil talks about the addition of the Beach Volleyball at Pierce College, and the importance of a players versatility. Assistant coach Tom Slautrbezk shares the history of Beach Volleyball. He also talks about the international associations, in which eventually assisted in the sport being officially inducted into the Olympic Games. Pierce College student Sakurako Fujii, mentions that beach volleyball is more physical and emotional, than playing the indoor version of the sport.

Hungry to Win – 03.29.16 – Men’s Volleyball

Hungry to Win – 03.29.16 – Men’s Volleyball

by | Mar 29, 2016 | FEATURED, SPORTS, Spring 2016

Men’s Volleyball

men's volleyball

Isaiah and Kevin discuss what it means to be a team player.

Hungry to Win with Olivia Cervantes is a show that focuses on Pierce College athletes who migrate to play sports at Pierce. On this episode Olivia interviews Isaiah Williams and Kevin Trejo of the Pierce College Men’s Volleyball team. Kevin is a Nursing student, and a sophomore libero. Isaiah is a Communications student, and a sophomore setter. He shares that he followed his brother’s footsteps by playing high school volleyball, and that he became a Brahma to better his opportunities. Kevin mentions that he also played volleyball in high school, and that he started playing for Pierce because he missed the sport. They both discuss what it means to be a team player.

Documentary – Fall 2015 – Pierce Athletics

Documentary – Fall 2015 – Pierce Athletics

by | Dec 4, 2015 | DOCUMENTARIES, FALL 2015, FEATURED

Pierce Athletics Department

pierce athletics

Henri Zuniga focuses on Brahma sports at Pierce College.

Welcome to KPCRadio.com Documentary Profiles. The documentaries are segments where reporters cover a variety of issues. Team reporters conduct multiple interviews with individuals, groups, businesses, or organizations in Los Angeles County. In this segment Henri Zuniga focuses on the Pierce Athletics Department, the roles that the coaches play, and how important many of athletic programs to the athletes at Pierce College. Bob Lofrano, who is the athletic director talks about the history of the department and some of the financial challenges it has face. Nabil Mardini mentions his love for coaching, and the sacrifices he would make to keep Women’s Volleyball alive at Pierce College.

Valleyfornia – 12.02.15 – Success at Pierce

Valleyfornia – 12.02.15 – Success at Pierce

by | Dec 2, 2015 | CULTURE, FALL 2015, FEATURED

Success at Pierce

success

Blanca and Britney

Valleyfornia with Blanca Renovato is the show that discusses everything social in the Valley. On this episode, Blanca Renovato is joined by Pierce College alumna, Nutrition major and success story Britney Turner. She is also a former volleyball player at Pierce College. Britney discusses her major, the stigma around community college, and the average amount of time it takes to graduate. She talks about keeping your head in the game and the importance of proper eating habits. Britney says that students need  to stay focused on their goals to succeed.

 

Profiles – Fall 2015 – Bob Lofrano

Profiles – Fall 2015 – Bob Lofrano

by | Nov 27, 2015 | FALL 2015, FEATURED, PROFILES, Teachers

Bob Lofrano

Lofrano

Bob is the director of the athletics department.

Welcome to Pierce Profiles, where KPCRadio.com reporters profile a person, group or department of Pierce College. Team reporters conduct multiple interviews creating Teacher Profiles that feature the educators on campus. In this profile Henri Zuniga features Bob Lofrano the director of the Athletics Department at Pierce College. This profile discusses his experience as a coach and department chair. He talks about teaching Physical Education, advising coaches, and his past experience coaching Brahma Baseball. Nabil Mardini, who is the coach of the Women’s Volleyball team discusses how Bob has been a mentor to all the coaches, as well as a major supporter of all the teams on campus. Bob Lofrano also mentions the obstacles coaches face with students, and talks about some of the upgrades he would like to see on campus before retirement.

Brahmas Live – 11.05.15 – The Force

Brahmas Live – 11.05.15 – The Force

by | Nov 5, 2015 | FALL 2015, FEATURED, SPORTS

The Force

Ronald Young, Callie Kruse, Darrin Rice, Sara Hernandez, Delaney McNulty and Ethan Hanson

Brahmas Live is a Pierce College sports talk radio show hosted by Ethan Hanson on KPCRadio.com. On this episode Hanson and co-host Ronald Young interview Darrin Rice and Callie Kruse of the Pierce volleyball team, and Sara Hernandez and Delaney McNulty of the Brahmas soccer team.

 

The Coaches Corner – 11.05.15 – No Limitations

The Coaches Corner – 11.05.15 – No Limitations

by | Nov 5, 2015 | FALL 2015, FEATURED, SPORTS

No Limitations

no_limitations

There are no limitations in broadcasting.

The Coaches Corner is a sports talk show hosted by Zack Rome. On today’s episode Zack interviews Darren Preston, who is an announcer for UCLA Volleyball. Darren discusses his experience in the field of broadcasting and how it has changed his life. He also talks about how there are no limitations in growing as a broadcaster, and he shares what it takes to become a sport announcer.

Brahmas Live – 10.29.15 – Brahma Strong

Brahmas Live – 10.29.15 – Brahma Strong

by | Nov 3, 2015 | FALL 2015, FEATURED, SPORTS

Brahma Strong

Pierce College Volleyball Team Captain Rachel Lods and Defensive Back Eric Waters on Brahmas Live.

Brahmas Live is a Pierce College sports talk radio show hosted by Ethan Hanson on KPCRadio.com. On this episode Hanson interviews Pierce Volleyball team captain Rachel Lods and defensive back Eric Waters of the Pierce College football Team on their performance.