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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

Rugby teams keep rolling

Cole Ridley, Staff Reporter
December 3, 2014

This is the first season both the Central men’s and women’s rugby programs were recognized as varsity athletic programs through the university. Both programs proved they belong there. Led by head...

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Central headed to nationals

Donnie Santos, Staff Reporter
December 3, 2014

Central’s women’s cross country team had two major goals when starting their 2014 season: make it to nationals and have the opportunity to run in the last race of the year. This marks the first...

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Even playing field for all

Dillon Sand, Staff Reporter
December 3, 2014

For people whose vision is impaired, goalball does something that no words or examples can explain; it shows people what it is like to be visually impaired, in the form of a game. Goalball is one of...

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When the lights go out

Jeffrey MacMillan, Staff Reporter
December 3, 2014

This weekend’s tragic and sudden passing of Ohio State football player Kosta Karageorge shined a spotlight on concussions in sports and has helped to get people talking about this little -known topic....

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Crackdown on concussions

Jonathan Glover, Staff Reporter
December 3, 2014

No matter how much padding you put in a helmet, the brain is still going to slam into the inside of the skull in football. No matter how careful the players are, elbows and knees are still going to...

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BMX track still in the works

Cole Ridley, Staff Reporter
November 20, 2014

There have been proposals in recent years to bring a bicycle moto-cross (BMX) course to Ellensburg. A former resident of Ellensburg pushed for the recreational addition for many years before leaving town. Ellensburg...

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Sisters stand out at CWU

Sisters stand out at CWU

Dillon Sand, Staff Reporter
November 20, 2014

In sports, it is common knowledge that whenever you play against someone more skilled, or extremely competitive, it will likely make you better. It makes sense, the more you play, the better you get. Imagine...

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Defense will be key for CWU women’s basketball

Jonathan Glover, Staff Reporter
November 20, 2014

Coming off an electrifying win over Hawaii Pacific in the Nazarene Tip-Off Classic in Nampa, Idaho, Central’s women’s basketball team looks forward to playing Evergreen State at home. Settling into...

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X-Country makes regionals

Donnie Santos, Staff Reporter
November 20, 2014

For all the hours sacrificed and the miles traveled, it all comes down to the regional races for the Central Washington cross country runners. For the regional tournament, held in Billings, Mont., all...

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Wildcats mirror 2013 record

Wildcats mirror 2013 record

Jeffrey MacMillan, Staff Reporter
November 20, 2014

The Wildcats finished this season with seven wins and four losses, and a four and two record in GNAC play. Central’s defense influenced every game with their harassing style and constant team pressure. Central’s...

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UNBREAKABLE BOND - Despite their setbacks, the Hanses family remains a tight-knit group who supports each other no matter the obstacles that come their way.

ALS Ice Bucket Challenge hits home for Central athlete

Jonathan Glover, Staff Reporter
November 13, 2014

At the age of 12, Rachel Hanses, with encouragement from her father, Scott Hanses, tried out for club volleyball at her school. She didn’t make the team. Now in her junior year of volleyball at Central,...

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TRAPPED - Quarterback Jake Nelson struggles to break a tackle.

Clash with the Clan

Jeffrey MacMillan, Staff Reporter
November 13, 2014

The Wildcat football team is coming off a blow-out win against Dixie State, 49-17. The Wildcats will now prepare for their final game of the season and a trip across the border to Burnaby, British Columbia. Central...

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