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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 Department of Nutrition conducted a study to better understand the link between student-athlete habits and athletic performance. One of the difficulties the research group encountered was scheduling. "Trying to work around practice, game and school schedules can be a challenge," Instructor and Clinical Dietian Lindsay Malone said.

ENRG advances athlete health through the PERFORM Study

Ellie Palaian, Sports Editor December 5, 2025

This semester, the Exercise and Nutrition Research Group (ENRG) in the Department of Nutrition completed the PERFORM Study with Case Western Reserve University athletes. The project focused on preventing...

A letter to my younger self: Bradley Winter

A letter to my younger self: Bradley Winter

Bradley Winter, Contributing Writer December 5, 2025

A Letter to My Younger Self invites a student-athlete to look back on the past four years—the triumphs, the struggles, the moments that shaped them both on and off the field. Fourth-year Bradley Winter...

CWRU Athletics teams continue fall slate of events

CWRU Athletics teams continue fall slate of events

Abhishek Nambiar, Copy Editor December 5, 2025

Men’s Basketball   After a pair of losses at the Great Lakes Invitational, the Case Western Reserve University men’s basketball team came back strong with 78-61 over Saint Vincent College...

Senior Spotlight: Four standout Spartans leave their mark on CWRU volleyball

Ellie Palaian, Sports Editor November 21, 2025

On Nov. 1, the Case Western Reserve University volleyball team took center stage to honor a quartet of standout seniors during an emotional Senior Day showdown against Otterbein University. The spotlight...

After setbacks last season, the CWRU wrestling is aiming for a strong season as they look to competing for the UAA title and making it to the national championship.

CWRU wrestling aims for breakthrough season

Ellie Palaian, Sports Editor November 21, 2025

After a challenging 1-6 season in 2024–2025, the Case Western Reserve University wrestling team is back on the mat with renewed energy and a clear goal: competing for the UAA title and making a run at...

Spartan volleyball and cross country shine over the weekend with historic results

Ellie Palaian, Sports Editor November 21, 2025

Volleyball The Case Western Reserve University volleyball team closed out its 2025 season with a statement win at the UAA Championship in Waltham, Massachusetts, securing a historic upset over Emory University...

Though they fell short of an NCAA title, the women's soccer team's past season was one defined by numerous highs and accomplishments from a team that never failed on the teamwork and resilience front.

Women’s soccer falls in second round of NCAA tournament, capping off strong and memorable season

Abhishek Nambiar, Copy Editor November 21, 2025

For many athletic teams at Case Western Reserve University, reaching the NCAA tournament is a once-in-a-career milestone. For the women’s soccer program, it’s simply expected. For the class of...

CWRU Athletics shine with impressive weekend performances

CWRU Athletics shine with impressive weekend performances

Ellie Palaian, Sports Editor November 14, 2025

Cross Country The Case Western Reserve University men’s and women’s cross country teams delivered strong performances at the Wooster Twilight 5K Challenge on Friday night at John P. Papp Stadium in...

Though the men’s soccer team’s past season ended in heartbreak, it was also defined by resilience, teamwork and pride.

CWRU men’s soccer concludes 2025 season, looks ahead after missing NCAA Tournament

Ellie Palaian, Sports Editor November 14, 2025

After an impressive non-conference campaign that saw them go 6-1-3, the Case Western Reserve University men’s soccer team entered UAA play with confidence and high hopes of earning a postseason run....

Both basketball teams at CWRU have made strong advances forward in their 2025-2026 season.

Men’s and women’s basketball look to bounce back from losing records, off to promising start

Abhishek Nambiar, Copy Editor November 14, 2025

After finishing their previous seasons with losing records, the Case Western Reserve University men’s and women’s basketball teams look to bounce back from their struggles. The men’s team finished...

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