I like Pepperdine, of course. Blood is thicker than water, so my judgment is always clouded a little toward the Waves.
That said, they had a couple key injuries last season to Hailey Harbison, and the freshman Nicole Leggio, who was having a huge impact before going out for the second half of the season.
Those players will be back, and Harbison will be ready to go from the git go. Leggio may need some time still, I dont know.
A new freshman keeper fighting for a spot, and another WCFC stud among the incoming freshmen, as well as three dynamic players from up north.
Should be positive for Pepperdine.
Santa Clara really came on strong, is loaded with talent, has a great coach, and is my choice, along with Pepperdine, as the two top teams this year in the WCC.
BYU graduated some real top talent, but still has Gomes and Lyons returning to lead the younger talent.
LMU is my pick for fourth, and like you said, all four of these teams have top 25 potential.