The Observer

Honoring CWU women’s soccer seniors

Maria Mann, Staff Reporter
November 17, 2023

The seniors’ final game was against Saint Martin’s University (SMU) on the frigid fall evening of Saturday, Nov. 4, at Tomlinson Stadium. The teams were closely matched, with neither side scoring...

A look into the changes at Nicholson Pavilion

Lily Goold, Staff Reporter
November 3, 2023

The Nicholson Pavilion was transformed into an entirely new space, featuring an expanded indoor field, a state-of-the-art weight room and dedicated academic classrooms. This milestone was marked by a ribbon...

Defensive dominance and punting precision: Wildcats’ success stories

Charis Jones, Sports Editor
October 28, 2023

EMMA DAOUD-HEBERT Emma Daoud-Hebert’s journey to success in the realm of collegiate athletics goes beyond individual accolades. As the latest recipient of the Great Northwest Athletic Conference...

CWU homecoming: where family, alumni, and athletes shine

Lily Goold, Staff Reporter
October 28, 2023

CWU’s Homecoming and Family weekend brought together a vibrant crowd of family, alumni and friends. Visitors gathered to enjoy a day filled with sports including women’s soccer, volleyball...

A Strikeout ending to Mariners season

Lily Goold, Staff Reporter
October 19, 2023

The Seattle Mariners ended their chance for back to back playoff appearances when losing 6-1 to the Texas Rangers on Oct. 1. Not making it to the postseason had an upcoming of comments and thoughts from...

Dedication, drive and time management: the lives of CWU student-athletes

Charis Jones, Sports Editor
October 16, 2023

Juliette Williams Background Meet Juliette Williams, a distinguished track & field sprinter majoring in Business Administration with a specialization in Marketing Management, along...

Volk’s 7-interception-streak powers CWU football: a team united for success

Lily Goold, Staff Reporter
October 12, 2023

CWU football’s safety Tanner Volk has been awarded his third straight Lone Star Conference Defensive Player of the Week award. Volk is also leading the National Collegiate Athlete’s Association (NCAA)...

Tessa Hann goes to the next level: Joins USA Women’s Rugby

Tre'Jon Henderson, Staff Reporter
May 31, 2023

CWU loose forward Tessa Hann is hitting the field for USA Women’s Rugby. Hann spent four years playing rugby for CWU and has a chance to extend her playing career at the professional level. “Tessa...

CWU athlete’s perspective on ‘person first, player second’

Anna Fridell and Isaac Hinson
May 31, 2023

The number on the back of a jersey isn’t the only thing that defines who an athlete is. To be a student-athlete comes with an extra responsibility of balancing multiple identities, according...

Kiante Goudeau: A young coach with a detailed approach to elevating CWU’s cornerbacks

Charis Jones, Staff Reporter
May 24, 2023

CWU football has welcomed three new graduate assistant coaches to their staff, each bringing their own expertise and enthusiasm to the team. Joining the ranks is Amanda Ruller, an offensive assistant,...

CWU Baseball Leaving it all on the Mound

Tre'Jon Henderson, Staff Reporter
May 24, 2023

The Wildcats ended their season in a pair of losses to the Northwest Nazarene Nighthawks and the Western Oregon Wolves. The teams battled in close games to keep their championship hopes alive but came...

Inside look: Women’s rugby forward Tessa Hann talks strategy, leadership, and growth

Charis Jones, Staff Reporter
May 17, 2023

The CWU women’s rugby team recently concluded their season with an 11-7 overall record, and junior loose forward Tessa Hann had lots to reflect on in terms of their journey. “I think our team has...