By the students, for the students of Central Washington University

The Observer

By the students, for the students of Central Washington University

The Observer

By the students, for the students of Central Washington University

The Observer

CWU Baseball team gathered around Head Coach, Desi Storey

CWU Baseball punches ticket to GNAC playoffs

Ryan Gildersleeve, Staff Reporter
May 10, 2023

CWU baseball’s regular season has come to a close after their series of games against Montana State-Billings (MSUB) on May 4th & 5th. CWU came into the game in desperate need of a win, and were able...

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Jasmine Garza and Benjamin Visse discussing challenges in their careers, Photo courtesy of Jake Anderson

Pro sports professionals offer a look into their industry during Seattle pro sport panel

Anna Fridell, Staff Reporter
May 10, 2023

An audience of prospective sport industry minds gathered in Black Hall 151 on May 1 to hear the stories of Coordinator of Guest Experiences for the Seattle Mariners Jasmine Garza and Membership Sales Executive...

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Myiah Seaton at 1st Base, Photo by Brittany Cinderella

CWU softball bids farewell to seniors and reflects on challenges and triumphs

Charis Jones, Staff Reporter
May 10, 2023

CWU's softball team recently celebrated its senior night, marking the end of an era for many its players. Senior infielder Myiah Seaton shared her reflections on the emotional roller coaster of striving...

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Sagapolu beating the defense. Photo by Jacob Thompson / Thompson Sports Media

Keia Mae the CWU Superstar Rugby Queen

Tre'Jon Henderson, Staff Reporter
May 10, 2023

Communication major Keia Mae Sagapolu is a four-year letterman who has built quite the resume for the Wildcats. On May 9, Sagapolu was awarded the MA Sorensen award, and was recently selected in March...

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Coach Fisk with a smile photo by Jacob Thompson, Thompson Sports Media

CWU Football hosts annual kid’s camp and kicks off with their Spring game

CWU Football hosted their annual kids camp on April 29 at Tomlinson Stadium. The camp began from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., and the campers brought excitement and energy on a Saturday morning. Head Coach Chris...

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Brenna Board and Head Coach Kevin Adkisson photo by Jacob Thompson , Thompson Sports Media

Track & field delivers strong performance and commemorates seniors at only home meet of the season

The CWU track team delivered a notable performance at their only home meet of the season held on Saturday, April 22, at the CWU Recreation Sports Complex. The team won 11 events and achieved more than...

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CWU men’s rugby and their historic run

CWU men’s rugby and their historic run

Tre’Jon Henderson, Staff Reporter
April 26, 2023

The CWU men’s rugby team fell short in the D1A Quarterfinal to the #4 BYU Cougars with a score of 31-62. The team didn't find a way to come back from a 31-point deficit, ending their historic run. But...

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Reid Rasmussen on the mound, Photo by Jacob Thompson

Reid Rasmussen & the Wildcat baseball team push toward end of season

Charis Jones and Ryan Gildersleeve
April 26, 2023

The Wildcats traveled to Monmouth, Oregon on the weekend of April 15 where they fell short to the Western Oregon University (WOU) Wolves in each match of their four-game series.  These games held a...

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Jacob Basham, Photo by Jacob Thompson

CWU football coaching staff welcomes new faces and promotes an old one

Isaac Hinson, Sports Editor
April 26, 2023

CWU Football Head Coach Chris Fisk has some new help in the coaching staff, as well as a returning face in a new position.  James Basham and Ronnie Scott have taken over as Defensive Line Coach and...

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Wellington and Mariner Moose. Photo by Brittany Cinderella

Seattle Mariners welcome the Wildcats to T-Mobile Park

Brittany Cinderella, Copy Desk Lead
April 26, 2023

The crowds were filled with crimson, black and white at T-Mobile Park as the Seattle Mariners welcomed CWU students, staff, alum and fans for CWU Mariners Night. CWU-themed Mariners jerseys were given...

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Sagapolu beating the defense. Photo by Jacob Thompson / Thompson Sports Media

CWU’s women’s rugby team fools in 7’s gold

Tre'Jon Henderson, Staff Reporter
April 19, 2023

The CWU women's rugby team participated in the Fool’s Gold 7’s tournament hosted by Boise State. The Wildcats dominated as they went 4-0 overall. The Wildcats first defeated the Montana State A...

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Daoud-Herbert with her teammates. Photo by Jacob Thompson / Thompson Sports Media

From the court to recovery: meet All-American volleyball player Emma Herbert

Hunter Rhea, Staff Reporter
April 19, 2023

Emma Daoud-Herbert, the junior middle blocker from Woodinville High School, is a multi-award winning player, most recognizable title being named an All-American volleyball player. As a role model and a...

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