Case Western Reserve University's independent student news source

The Observer

Case Western Reserve University's independent student news source

The Observer

Case Western Reserve University's independent student news source

The Observer

Spartans dominate second-ever playoff game 28-0

Eddie Kerekes, Sports Editor November 25, 2017

Through pelting rain, heavy snow and rushing winds, the Spartans prevailed for their second-ever victory in the NCAA Division III playoffs. In the cold and wet afternoon game, Case Western Reserve University...

Spartans set to battle IWU in return to playoffs

Eddie Kerekes, Sports Editor November 17, 2017

On Sunday, Nov. 12, the NCAA announced the field of 32 teams to make the Division III football playoffs. For the first time since 2009, Case Western Reserve University made the cut. After defeating...

Following an exciting overtime victory in its final game, CWRU is rushing into the NCAA playoffs.

Football wins overtime thriller over archrival

Eddie Kerekes, Sports Editor November 17, 2017

The game appeared to be over. Carnegie Mellon University (CMU) lined up in victory formation with a four point lead, ready to take a knee and run out the rest of the clock. On the opposing sideline,...

Football brings down the Titans

Football brings down the Titans

Eddie Kerekes, Sports Editor November 10, 2017

It’s deja vu all over again. After defeating Westminster College in its penultimate game of the season, the nationally ranked Case Western Reserve University is 9-0 and one win away from finishing...

Spartans’ weapons will destroy Tartan hopes

Eddie Kerekes, Sports Editor November 10, 2017

Editor’s Note: Reporters from the student newspapers of Case Western Reserve University (The Observer) and Carnegie Mellon University (The Tartan) previewed the 32nd annual Academic Bowl, the rivalry...

Alternate perspective: It’s not just another game for CMU

Kate Liston, Contributing Reporter November 10, 2017

Editor’s Note: Reporters from the student newspapers of Case Western Reserve University (The Observer) and Carnegie Mellon University (The Tartan) previewed the 32nd annual Academic Bowl, the rivalry...

Third-year wide receiver Joey Spitalli looks in expecting a pass early in the game.

Football team tames Bears

Eddie Kerekes, Sports Editor November 3, 2017

Adrian Cannon knew the pass was coming. The fourth-year cornerback read the play from the beginning, fought through a block, stepped in front of the intended receiver, jumped up and stuck out his arms....

Wide receivers Giuseppe Orsini and Joey Spitalli celebrate following a touchdown earlier in the season.

Football team dominates for seventh straight win

Eddie Kerekes, Sports Editor October 27, 2017

For the seventh consecutive game, the Spartans trotted out on the field. And for the seventh consecutive game, the outcome never really seemed in doubt. Case Western Reserve University was victorious again,...

The Spatants football team scored 63 points en route to their sixth straight win.

Strong football offense stays undefeated, beats Thiel, Geneva

Eddie Kerekes, Sports Editor October 22, 2017

The Spartan football team could do no wrong on Oct. 14, defeating the Tomcats 63-28 in Greenville, Pennsylvania. With the win, Case Western Reserve University improved to 6-0 on the season and 5-0 in the...

CWRU defensive linemen await the snap from Bethany

Spartans stop Bison in their tracks

Eddie Kerekes, Sports Editor October 13, 2017

In front of their largest crowd of the season, the Spartans football team produced its largest victory of the year, a 33-3 Homecoming win over Bethany College on Oct. 7. Leading the way for Case Western...

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