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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

Women's basketball huddles before their game against the Saints earlier this 2018-19 season.

Women’s basketball aims for fifth straight tournament bid

Hanson Lee, Sports Editor
February 21, 2019

With only four games left to go in the regular season, the Wildcats currently stand at fourth place in the GNAC with an overall record of 15-8 and a GNAC record of 10-6. As of now, the team has yet to...

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The art of acing life: Tyler Hoefer

The art of acing life: Tyler Hoefer

Dez Rodriguez, Senior Reporter
February 21, 2019

Tyler Hoefer, Delta B.C., Canada Sands Secondary School 18-year-old Tyler Hoefer was on the mound getting set to pitch the biggest game of his young life. It was the gold medal game at the 2015 Canada...

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Softball has officially begun for the 2019 season. Although it’s a new season, training has been nothing unfa-
miliar as the team has been putting in work since the beginning of last fall as seen here.

Softball heats up for 2019 amidst winter frenzy

Hanson Lee, Sports Editor
February 21, 2019

About three weeks into the regular season and the Wildcats have strung together an early season record of 5-3. Head coach Michael Larabee has been pleased with the team’s performance on the season thus...

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Red Top Hill hike offers views of the mountains without having to put in too much effort. A large portion of the adventure is the drive to the top.

A vast view of local landscape: Red Top Hill

Hanson Lee, Sports Editor
February 21, 2019

Ellensburg’s elongated winter frenzy may have you missing the area’s hot summer days. If that’s the case, then Red Top Hill’s summer hiking experience is an adventure to look forward to in the...

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(Left) Smith III while playing at CWU. (Right) Smith III alongside his sister. Smith III is now officially a part of the Philadelphia Phillies organization.

A homerun trot filled with changeups: Jimmy Smith III

Dez Rodriguez, Senior Reporter
February 21, 2019

James Smith III, also known as Jimmy Smith III, walks into the Philadelphia Phillies facility at 6:15 a.m. The glowing Philly logo on the building breaks the sky’s darkness. The bright light reminds...

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Bringing home an incredible run: The moment that changed sportsmanship forever

Bringing home an incredible run: The moment that changed sportsmanship forever

Bryce Weedman, Staff Reporter
February 21, 2019

  It’s 2008 at Gary and Bobbi Frederick Field in Ellensburg, Washington, as the top two softball teams, Western Oregon University (WOU) and CWU, are battling it out for the GNAC Championship....

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Men’s basketball looks on at their teammates during their recent home game against the Alaska Anchorage
Seawolves. The Wildcats lost once again, their seventh in the last eight games.

Men’s basketball on the brink of elimination

Austin Lane, For The Observer
February 21, 2019

With four games left in the regular season, the CWU men’s basketball team will more than likely not be preparing for the 2019 GNAC men’s basketball championship. The GNAC takes six out of the top 11...

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A perfect try to life: Cole Zarcone

A perfect try to life: Cole Zarcone

Dez Rodriguez, Assistant Sports Editor
February 14, 2019

Senior Cole Zarcone has been hitting the pitch hard for the Wildcats this season. The former walk-on-turned-co-captain initially joined CWU to play football, but made the decision to switch to rugby at...

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Women's basketball coach Randi Richardson-Thornley shoots hoops with her players prior to practice starting. Richardson-Thornley maintains great relationships with her players as can be seen at practices and games with her constant encouragement and motivation.

Unique philosophies: finding success as a head coach

Bryce Weedman, Staff Reporter
February 14, 2019

Most of us grew up playing team sports, or have dabbled with the thought of joining a team. Behind every great team, there is usually an even greater coach calling the shots and helping push their team...

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Indoor track and field heats up for GNAC Championships

Indoor track and field heats up for GNAC Championships

Dez Rodriguez, Assistant Sports Editor
February 6, 2019

With only a handful of meets left in the season, the CWU indoor track and field team is coming on strong as the GNAC championship draws closer. Head coach Kevin Adkisson and his team are excited about...

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CWU pitcher Tyler Hoefer is just one of the experienced Wildcat pitchers being featured on the roster this
season. Hoefer and the Wildcats will look to hit the field for 2019, with their opener set for Feb. 8.

Baseball hits the diamond in full swing

Dez Rodriguez, Assistant Sports Editor
February 6, 2019

Correction 2/7/19: This article has been edited to reflect that Kaleo Johnson was the GNAC Triple Crown winner last season, where he led the league batting averages, home runs and RBIs. The original version...

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The badminton competition was held on Saturday. Students had a chance to get out and play against other students in a fun, non-competitive style.

Badminton brings excitement to intramural scene

Tianbai Dun, Staff Reporter
February 6, 2019

Students recently came out swinging at the CWU badminton tournament, which was held in the SURC on Jan. 9 by CWU intramural sports. The badminton tournament started at 11 a.m. and finished at 1 p.m....

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