9. Volleyball 5th in UAA Championship

The Spartans were seeded fourth entering the UAA Championship but lost their first match against the University of Chicago in four sets. The Spartans showed their resolve and rebounded to sweep Brandeis University and work their way back into the fifth place match in the bracket. The Spartans beat the University of Rochester in their final game of the season and clinch the fifth place spot in one of the top conferences in the nation.

10. Sandiage Blocks Punt

The top highlight from the Carnegie Mellon football match-up was when the Spartan’s linebacker Gavin Sandidge broke away from the line of scrimmage and dove in front of the Tartan’s the kick field goal attempt. The ball bounced away and was scooped up by Cody Calhoun who ran the ball back down the field before being dragged down at the 30 yard line, giving the Spartans great position, and crushing the Tartans’ hopes of a comeback.

Honorable Mention: Wyant Center Opens

The other big story this sports season was the opening of the brand new Wyant Athletic and Wellness Center in the North Residential Village. The center has been a much-needed addition to campus, and serves the athletes and students living in the North Residential Village with a convenient workout space as well as new study rooms overlooking DiSanto Field.

Honorable Mention: Marching Band breaks into Lightsaber Duel

During the homecoming game the Marching Spartans added to their weekly John Williams show with a truly Case Western moment. Two members of the band dropped their instruments and broke out into a classic lightsaber duel as the Star Wars theme played behind them.