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By the students, for the students of Central Washington University

The Observer

By the students, for the students of Central Washington University

The Observer

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Central Washington University Men’s Rugby Triumphs Over Cal Poly in Snowy Battle

Kailee Heath, Staff Reporter
February 20, 2025

ELLENSBURG, Wash. — The Central Washington University (CWU) men’s rugby team braved the elements and a determined California Polytechnic State University (Cal Poly) squad to secure a 20-12 victory...

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From Pain to Purpose. From Dreams to Reality: Shaquem Griffin talks about overcoming adversity

Jackson Roberts, Co-Editor-In-Chief
February 20, 2025

Former Seattle Seahawk and National Football League (NFL) icon Shaquem Griffin paid a visit to CWU on Feb. 13 to share a message entitled “From Pain to Purpose. From Dreams to Reality”. Students and...

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The 49ers will win the Super Bowl in the next two years

Hunter Rhea, Columnist
February 20, 2025

The San Francisco 49ers have caused me heartache, heartbreak and moral defeat this past season. But I have a strategy that will help the Niners take over the National Football Conference (NFC) and take...

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When there's one, there's two: Drew Klein and E’lexis Hollis take the GNAC by storm.

When there’s one, there’s two: Drew Klein and E’lexis Hollis take the GNAC by storm.

Hunter Rhea, Staff Reporter
February 13, 2025

Drew Klein, a multi event senior on the track and field team at Central, is ranked second in the west, ninth in the country for the heptathlon and 19th in the vault while leading the Great Northwest Athletic...

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Students share thoughts on Super Bowl: Chiefs Kingdom Dethroned

Jackson Roberts, Co-Editor-In-Chief
February 13, 2025

Super Bowl LIX took place on Feb. 9 in the New Orleans Caesars Superdome where the Philadelphia Eagles dominated the Kansas City Chiefs 40-22. Some students found themselves in the SURC pit for the Super...

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Strong Season Opener Sets Positive Tone for Baseball Team

Strong Season Opener Sets Positive Tone for Baseball Team

Kailee Heath, Staff Reporter
February 13, 2025

The CWU Baseball team’s first weekend of the season started last week as they navigated weather challenges and early-season jitters to put forth a strong performance. In a recent interview. Coach Desi...

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Ben Leid vs Northwest Nazarene University in 2024.

“Leiding” the Charge: Ben Leid named to Division 2 West Region and All American Team

Hunter Rhea, Staff Reporter
February 6, 2025

Ben Leid, the senior outfielder out of Corvallis, Ore. is making the most out of his preseason by being nominated for Pre Season All-American and Pre Season All West Region Team. Leid is no stranger...

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Sunny Huerta running up the court.

Sunny Huerta breaks 22 year old CWU record

Parker Wood, Sports Editor
February 6, 2025

On Jan. 25, 5 foot 4 inch senior Sunny Huerta broke the CWU record for All-Time women’s scorer in Basketball. Huerta entered the game just shy of the record and despite scoring less points than her average...

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The Most Shocking Trade in NBA History

Jackson Roberts, Co-Editor-In-Chief
February 5, 2025

The National Basketball Association (NBA) trade deadline is creeping up on teams as organizations look to make moves to fulfill their championship dreams or trade away players in hopes of going in different...

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Seattle Legend finds a new home

Jackson Roberts, Co-Editor-In-Chief
January 30, 2025

Long-time Seattle Seahawks Head Coach Pete Carroll has signed a three-year contract as the head coach of the Las Vegas Raiders. Carroll spent 14 years in his head coach position in Seattle, helping lead...

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Former Wildcat Leads USA National Team In HSBC Rugby Sevens Tournament

Former Wildcat Leads USA National Team In HSBC Rugby Sevens Tournament

Hunter Rhea, Staff Reporter
January 30, 2025

Jack Wendling, CWU alumni and former Center for the men's rugby team led the USA SVNS National Team in the Hong Kong and Shanghai Banking Corporation (HSBC) Tournament in Perth, Australia. After five years...

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Wildcats represent Central at USA Women’s Rugby Pathway Camp

Wildcats represent Central at USA Women’s Rugby Pathway Camp

Hunter Rhea, Staff Reporter
January 23, 2025

CWU women’s Rugby players Lilly Thomas along with Vai Pulu attended the USA Rugby Sevens Pathway Camp over the course of the holiday break in Chula Vista, California. The five-day camp, hosted by the...

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