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The Observer

Case Western Reserve University's independent student news source

The Observer

Case Western Reserve University's independent student news source

The Observer

Following a historic comeback throughout September, the Cleveland Guardians's season came to a heartbreaking end this past Thursday.

Guardians’ season ends in Wild Card loss after historic comeback run

Ellie Palaian, Sports Editor October 10, 2025

After a rollercoaster season, the Cleveland Guardians gave fans a glimpse of hope in the postseason but ultimately fell short on Oct. 2, losing 6-3 to the Detroit Tigers in Game 3 of the American League...

The men's and women's cross country teams dominated the Daniel Mullen Memorial Invite, with numerous runners on both teams placing within their respective top 20 for the meet.

Spartans sweep Daniel Mullen Memorial Invite with dominant team performances

Ellie Palaian, Sports Editor October 10, 2025

Over the weekend, the Case Western Reserve University men’s and women’s cross country teams dominated the Daniel Mullen Memorial Invitational, with both squads capturing first place among six competing...

After a successful fall season, CWRU men's tennis will be returning in November and women's tennis will resume in February.

Spartans close fall tennis season with momentum and high expectations

Ellie Palaian, Sports Editor October 10, 2025

The Case Western Reserve University men’s and women’s tennis teams concluded their fall seasons this past weekend and will take a break from competition until their official campaigns resume, in November...

The men's and women's soccer teams opened UAA play this weekend with a double-header against the University of Rochester.

Soccer opens UAA play with men’s tie and women’s victory over Rochester

Abhishek Nambiar, Copy Editor October 10, 2025

This past weekend was the first of UAA play for the men’s and women’s soccer teams of Case Western Reserve University. Both teams faced off against their University of Rochester counterparts at DiSanto...

During the Spartan's first game of the season, fourth-year quarterback Aaron Filips suffered a season-ending ACL tear.

Strength in adversity: Spartans continue the fight despite injuries

Abhishek Nambiar, Copy Editor October 3, 2025

As the Case Western Reserve University football team’s game against Rowan University on Sept. 6 came to an early end, a new reality became clear: the Spartans would be forced to battle adversity for...

Men’s soccer falls 2-1 to Otterbein in last non-conference game of season

Men’s soccer falls 2-1 to Otterbein in last non-conference game of season

Ellie Palaian, Sports Editor October 3, 2025

Over the weekend, the Case Western Reserve University men’s soccer team suffered its first loss of the season, falling 2-1 to Otterbein University in the final non-conference match of the year. The setback...

Following the first UAA round robin, the CWRU volleyball teams is sixth is UAA standings ahead of Brandeis University and the Unviersity of Rochester. The Spartans will look to improve as they host the second round on Oct. 12.

Spartans compete in first round of UAA play, move to 1-2 in conference

Ellie Palaian, Sports Editor October 3, 2025

This past weekend, the Case Western Reserve University volleyball team opened their UAA conference play, finishing with a 1-2 record in conference and moving to 8-11 overall. For this series of UAA...

Spartans battle Kenyon to scoreless draw, stay undefeated and climb to No. 17 in national rankings

Abhishek Nambiar, Copy Editor September 26, 2025

In a game marked by strong defensive plays on both sides, the newly No. 17-ranked Case Western Reserve University men’s soccer team tied Kenyon College 0-0 during their match on Sept. 20 on Kenyon’s...

In their first home and conference game of the season, the Spartans narrowly fell to the Westiminster College Titans.

Spartans suffer 23-28 loss in conference opener to Westminster

Olivia Wen and Maria Burrus September 26, 2025

Last Saturday, the Spartans hosted their first home game of the season on DiSanto Field, where they were defeated 23-28 by the Westminster College Titans from New Wilmington, Pennsylvania.   This...

The graduating seniors of the women's soccer team have fought through countless challenges and shattered numerous program records.

Senior Spotlight: The class that redefined CWRU women’s soccer

Ellie Palaian, Sports Editor September 26, 2025

On Sept. 20, the Case Western Reserve University women’s soccer team celebrated its 10 graduating fourth-years during Senior Day at DiSanto Field. The ceremony honored co-captains Jamie Goldfarb, Mackenzie...

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