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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

Sports and physics collide: A look into the Torpedo Bat taking MLB by storm

Abhishek Nambiar, Staff Writer April 18, 2025

With the opening of the 2025 MLB season, the New York Yankees were quick to launch into success. During their second game of the season, the team’s first three batters hit home runs on the first three...

Second-year Katie Wong scored a 6-1, 6-4 win against Babson College's Mia Sorrentino in Atlanta this past weekend.

Women’s tennis plays three-match weekend against Berry, Babson and No. 3-ranked Emory

Ellie Palaian, Copy Editor April 18, 2025

Over the past weekend, the Case Western Reserve University women’s tennis team traveled down south to Georgia to play Berry College, Babson College and Emory University.  The No. 17-ranked Spartans...

Second-year Nate Arterburn locks eyes with the pitcher as he steps up to the plate. The Spartans came out strong in their series against the Eagles, taking three of four games.

Baseball claims eighth consecutive UAA with 3-1 series victory over Emory

Darcy Chew, Sports Editor April 11, 2025

In typical April Cleveland weather, this past weekend was once again cold and rainy as the Case Western Reserve University baseball team hosted its weekend series against Emory University. The Spartans...

(Left to right) Fourth-years Ben Martin, Ajay Mahenthiran, Casey Hishinuma and Ansh Shah celebrate Senior Day on the men's tennis team as well as the team's double victory against Otterbein University and Trinity University.

Men’s tennis celebrates senior day while sweeping Otterbein and defeating Trinity

Abhishek Nambiar, Staff Writer April 11, 2025

In their second-to-last week of regular season play, the Case Western Reserve University men’s tennis team scored a pair of victories over Otterbein University and No. 25-ranked Trinity University. The...

Fourth-year pitcher Kylie Hosey delivers a pitch to the batter. She recorded 4 strikeouts over four innings against Denison University.

Softball dominates in home opener with two shutouts

Darcy Chew, Sports Editor April 4, 2025

This past week, the Case Western Reserve University softball team swept both visiting Ohio teams in their first home games of the 2025 season. Following the weekend’s games, the Spartans currently stand...

The unsung heroes of CWRU Athletics

The unsung heroes of CWRU Athletics

Ellie Palaian, Copy Editor April 4, 2025

While Case Western Reserve University may not be known for its athletics, it has built a strong reputation as a competitive athletic program. Behind the victories, UAA championships, and NCAA honors lies...

Graduate student second baseman Franco Alonso prepares to swing during the Spartans' weekend matchup. The team holds a 14-8 overall record and is 3-1 in conference play.

Baseball secures first UAA series of the 2025 season 3-1 against No. 24-ranked WashU Bears

Ellie Palaian, Copy Editor April 4, 2025

The Case Western Reserve University Spartans had an eventful week of baseball, wrapping up their non-conference schedule against Division I Kent State University before kicking off UAA conference play...

Second-year Santiago Salazar Garza executes a backhand return. The Spartans are currently 19-4 and are entering conference play on a 12-match win streak.

No. 5-ranked men’s tennis collects three more wins ahead of UAA tournament

Darcy Chew, Sports Editor April 4, 2025

This past weekend, the Case Western Reserve University men’s tennis team extended their win streak to 12 after hosting a three-meet weekend in the Mayfield Village Racquet Club. On Saturday, the squad...

Fourth-year Peter Meng powers through the 1650-meter freestyle at the NCAA National Championship. With four All-America honors in his career, he holds the most of any CWRU men's swimming and diving athlete since 2002.

Swimming and diving earn numerous All-America honors at NCAA Championships

Abhishek Nambiar, Staff Writer March 28, 2025

Over the course of four days this past week, the Case Western Reserve University swimming and diving teams competed in the 2025 NCAA Championships. The Championships, which occurred in Greensboro, North...

Letter to my younger self: Reflections of a CWRU student athlete

Maggie Storti, Contributing Writer March 28, 2025

Dear younger me, Right now you may be wondering why everything is happening the way it is right now. I know it has caused confusion, anger, frustration and many other emotions that one cannot describe....

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