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By the students, for the students of Central Washington University

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By the students, for the students of Central Washington University

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Charis Jones

Charis Jones, Sports Editor

Sports Editor- Fall 2023

Staff Reporter - Winter 2023, Spring 2023

All content by Charis Jones

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...

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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...

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Coaches Graphic, Photos by Jacob Thompson

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,...

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Junior loose forward Tessa Hann. Photo courtesy of Jacob Thompson, Thompson Sports Media

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...

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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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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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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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Bobby Wagner’s homecoming: a closer look at Seattle’s legendary linebacker

Charis Jones, Staff Reporter
April 19, 2023

The Seattle Seahawks have re-signed linebacker Bobby Wagner to a one-year contract worth $5.5 million, bringing back one of the NFL's most respected defensive players for the 2023 season. After being...

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Senior infielder Harlee Carpenter. Photo courtesy of Jacob Thompson: Thompson Sports Media

CWU softball’s recent venture down the coast

Charis Jones, Staff Reporter
April 12, 2023

As spring season sports hit full stride, CWU softball traveled down to Turlock, California from Mar. 31 to April 2 to compete in the annual Tournament of Champions. Over the course of their three-day showdown,...

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CWU Athletics declares 2023 Hall of Fame inductees

Charis Jones, Staff Reporter
March 1, 2023

CWU athletics has announced its 40th Hall of Fame class, featuring three individuals and a team. The inductees are Adam Bighill for football, Carolyn Mires for volleyball, Kristen Willis for women's basketball...

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CWU WBB Seniors. Photo Courtesy of Jacob Thompson, Thompson Sports Media

Lady Wildcats thrive on and off the court

Charis Jones and Tre'Jon Henderson
February 22, 2023

CWU women’s basketball has put on a show this season with a 19-6 overall record so far. Their most recent game took place Saturday, Feb. 18 against Northwest Nazarene University (NNU) in Nampa, Idaho...

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Johan Correa. Photo Courtesy of Jacob Thompson / Thompson Sports Photo

Track & Field approaches closing of their indoor season

Charis Jones, Staff Reporter
February 15, 2023

With the Great Northwest Athletic Conference (GNAC) Indoor Championship right around the corner, CWU’s track and field team is readying themselves before they step foot into The Podium in Spokane, Washington...

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Junior catcher Anna Fridell. Photo courtesy of Jacob Thompson

El equipo de softbol de CWU se prepara para jugar a la pelota

Charis Jones, Periodista 
February 13, 2023

Con la primavera a la vuelta de la esquina, el equipo de softball de CWU hoy se ha estado preparando durante la temporada baja para finalmente tener su tiempo para brillar.   La tercera base Myiah...

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Pitcher Ryan Arredondo. Photo by Jacob Thompson, Thompson Sports Photos.

CWU Baseball swings into spring season

Charis Jones, Staff Reporter
February 9, 2023

The latest talk regarding the baseball team came from the Great Northwest Athletic Conference (GNAC) preseason coaches poll, where CWU tied for third place with Montana State University- Billings (MSU-...

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Junior catcher Anna Fridell. Photo courtesy of Jacob Thompson

CWU softball prepares to play ball

Charis Jones, Staff Reporter
February 1, 2023

With Spring right around the corner, CWU’s softball team has been preparing during the off-season to finally get their time to shine.  Third-baseman Myiah Seaton shared some of what the team has...

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Driving in the snow. Photo courtesy of Pexels

The things your driving instructor didn’t tell you

Charis Jones, Staff Reporter
February 1, 2023

Driver's education teaches you the basics: parallel parking, backing around a corner and even placing your hands at ten and two on the steering wheel. However, I didn’t realize until I actually started...

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Patrick Rogers tips away a pass during a game at Tomlinson stadium. Photo by Jacob Thompson / Thompson Sports Photos

Patrick Rogers stacks up the accolades

Charis Jones, Staff Reporter
January 26, 2023

CWU football defensive back Patrick Rogers has already been named to the American Football Coaches Association (AFCA) All-American First Team Defense, but decided to take it a step further and claim the...

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Samantha Bowman controlling the boards (Jacob Thompson _ Thompson Sports Media)

Samantha Bowman makes Wildcat history

Charis Jones, Staff Reporter
January 18, 2023

CWU’s own Samantha Bowman exceeded 1,000 career rebounds during the women’s basketball game on Jan. 7, making her the first ever student-athlete at CWU to surpass 1,000 in both points and rebounds.  When...

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