The Observer

Local talent was strongly represented in last weekend’s NFL Draft

Zac Hereth, Staff Reporter
May 6, 2015

The University of Washington (UW) Huskies’ defense was able to dominate the first round and a half of the NFL Draft this past weekend with four players going in the top 44 draft picks. Auburn, Wash....

Central Challenge Course now open for enjoyment, wind not included

Jake Nelson, Staff Reporter
May 6, 2015

The big wooden structure just northeast of Central’s campus overlooking the baseball fields isn’t just for show, in fact, the fully functioning challenge course has been a part of Central’s recreation...

Wildcats football looks ahead to fall 2016 season

Jonathan Osborne, Staff Reporter
May 6, 2015

The Central football team, that has been back in action since spring practice began on April 8, is working toward achieving a new goal this season: making playoffs and becoming GNAC champions. The Wildcats...

Central baseball waits patiently to determine postseason fate

Brienna Petersen, Staff Reporter
April 30, 2015

Honors were awarded this past weekend to Wildcat pitcher Zach Johnson who earned GNAC pitcher of the week for his performance against Saint Martin's University (SMU). He threw a nine inning, complete shutout game against SMU.

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Dani Eggleston; tough, driven Central track star

Zac Hereth, Staff Reporter
April 28, 2015

Central track star Dani Eggleston is running and leaping over Central’s records after breaking her own record in the steeplechase at the San Francisco Distance Carnival on April 3.

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Kid’s rock climbing event a hit with kids and parents

Johnathan Osborne, Staff Reporter
April 28, 2015

On Sunday afternoons, the Central Recreation Center climbing wall closes to students and experienced climbers and opens for kids in the community to practice climbing with their parents.

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Darren Honeysett setting his sights high as he prepares for his senior season

Jake Nelson, Staff Reporter
April 28, 2015

Junior baseball player Darren Honeysett has set the bar high for himself as he prepares for his senior year on the baseball diamond next season. With standout numbers he put up this year, Honeysett looks to improve this off-season and be a leader for Central next year.

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Central’s softball team to host important weekend games against WWU and Simon Fraser

Ryan Cole, Staff Reporter
April 23, 2015

On Friday, Central will host Western Washington University (WWU). Two days later, on Sunday, the Wildcats will take on Simon Fraser University.

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Central track athletes break national records at the Spike Arlt Invitational

Brienna Petersen, Staff Reporter
April 23, 2015

Last weekend, Central track and field athletes – in addition to beating personal records – broke national times at the Spike Arlt Invitational in Ellensburg.

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Kasey Bielec to remember bittersweet, four-year legacy left with wildcats baseball team

Jake Nelson, Staff Reporter
April 23, 2015

Senior baseball player Kasey Bielec’s time is coming to an end at Central. With a slim chance for Central to make the playoffs, he may not get to end his senior year on the diamond like he wanted to – with a win in the GNAC championships.

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Central students to compete in annual intercollegiate rodeo

Chance Davis, Staff Reporter
April 23, 2015

In just a few days, college cowboys and cowgirls will have the opportunity to feel like pros for the weekend. For the first time in months, the Ellensburg Rodeo Arena’s gates will swing open and dirt will start flying.

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Wildcat sports predictions

Maxwell Monson, Assistant Sports Editor
April 23, 2015

Central has a big week of games coming up in women’s rugby, softball and baseball. With the spring sports season coming to an end, Central’s teams will be looking for some big wins.

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