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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

CWRU's women's soccer team dominated their games with John Carroll University (6-0), Grove City College (6-0), and Heidelberg University (1-0), continuing an undefeated 5-0 streak of non-conference games.

Women’s soccer continues domination with three consecutive shutout wins

Abhishek Nambiar, Copy Editor September 12, 2025

Over this past week, the Case Western Reserve University women’s soccer team continued their domination on the field as they defeated a trio of opponents on the road: John Carroll University (6-0), Grove...

During their first home game of the season, the women’s soccer team defeated Franciscan 7-0.

Spartans launch Fall 2025 season with records and resilience

Ellie Palaian, Sports Editor September 5, 2025

The Case Western Reserve University Spartans kicked off their 2025 fall athletic season this past weekend, with some teams opening strong and others facing early challenges.   Men’s and Women’s...

In spite of losing several starters, the Spartans hope to win the PAC title with a fresh team full of strong recruits.

Spartans aim for PAC title after 6-4 finish in the 2024 season

Darcy Chew, Executive Editor September 5, 2025

During the 2024 season, the Case Western Reserve University football team finished with an overall record of 6-4 and placed fifth in the PAC. This year the Spartans aim to improve with a totally fresh...

The cross country teams aim to qualify for Nationals as they attempt to build on their successes during the 2024 season.

CWRU cross country builds on 2024 success, looks ahead to Nationals

Ellie Palaian, Sports Editor August 29, 2025

Coming off of dominating 2024 seasons, finishing top 10 in all in-season meets and 6th in the UAA championships, the Case Western Reserve University men’s and women’s cross country teams are both back...

Volleyball aims to keep momentum going after strong 2024 season

Abhishek Nambiar, Copy Editor August 29, 2025

Following a strong showing in the 2024 season, the Case Western Reserve University volleyball team looks to keep the momentum going into the 2025 season. CWRU finished the 2024 season with a 24-8 overall...

Following a low season for the Spartan men's soccer team, they look to improve this upcoming 2025 season, particularly in UAA conference play.

Men’s soccer looks to bounce back after a middling 2024 season

Abhishek Nambiar, Copy Editor August 22, 2025

After a disappointing 2024 season, the Case Western Reserve University men’s soccer team looks to bounce back from their struggles.  The previous season saw CWRU finish with a 5-5-6 record—down...

Women’s soccer aims for UAA title after up-and-down 2024 season

Women’s soccer aims for UAA title after up-and-down 2024 season

Ellie Palaian, Sports Editor August 22, 2025

After finishing the 2024 season with a 9-5-5 overall record and a 1-4-2 mark in conference play, the Case Western Reserve University women’s soccer team returns this fall with its sights set on a UAA...

Despite their loss at the NCAA Tournament last Thursday, the CWRU volleyball team had a great season, taking pride in their tremendous growth as a team over the last few years.

Volleyball falls in first round of NCAA Tournament

Darcy Chew, Sports Editor December 6, 2024

Despite an early two-set lead, the Case Western Reserve University volleyball team concluded their 2024 season with a tough five-set fall to the University of Dubuque in the first round of the NCAA Tournament....

The CWRU women's soccer team confers during the NCAA tournament. The Spartans beat Skidmore College 4-3 and then lost to  Messiah University 0-1.

Women’s soccer falls with heartbreaking 89th-minute goal in NCAA second round against No. 5-ranked Messiah

Darcy Chew, Sports Editor November 22, 2024

After a series of unideal conference matches, the Case Western Reserve University women’s soccer team made their fifth consecutive NCAA tournament appearance, where they beat Skidmore College 4-3 and...

Third-year quarterback Aaron Filips assists the Spartans in 3 touchdowns against Carnegie Mellon University at CWRU's Homecoming Game, leveling their score before their eventual loss that wrapped up the season.

Football concludes season with thrilling Homecoming game, falling to Carnegie Mellon 30-37

Abhishek Nambiar, Staff Writer November 22, 2024

With Homecoming and Reunion Weekend this past weekend came the 38th-Annual Academic Bowl for the Case Western Reserve University football team. In this final game of the season, which took place on Saturday,...

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