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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

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...

Third-year Art Martinez participates in the Bob del Rosa Ohio Intercollegiate Open, securing a second-place finish for the Spartans in the 133-pound bracket.

“Spartan tough”: Three CWRU wrestlers finish top three at Bob del Rosa Open

Abhishek Nambiar, Staff Writer November 15, 2024

The Case Western Reserve University wrestling team hosted the Bob del Rosa Ohio Intercollegiate Open on Sunday, Nov. 10, inside the Veale Convocation, Recreation and Athletic Center. The open tournament...

Third-year Aidan Gassel kicks off the 2024-25 wrestling season at the Adrian Invitational on Nov. 2, placing first in the 197-pound bracket.

Spartan wrestling places third in season opening invitational

Abhishek Nambiar, Staff Writer November 8, 2024

This past Saturday, Nov. 2, the Case Western Reserve University wrestling team kicked off the 2024-25 season at the Adrian Invitational, traveling to Adrian, Michigan, to compete against 10 other teams....

In CWRU men's basketball game against the University of Rochester, third-year forward Umar Rashid contributed 8 points, 1 assist and 7 rebounds, allowing the Spartan team to win 99-70.

Spartans take third place overall in UAA Wrestling Championship

Puneet Bansal, Sports Editor February 23, 2024

After a long season of competitions, the Case Western Reserve University wrestling team has found some success in their recent postseason events. Multiple Spartan wrestlers put on fantastic displays at...

CWRU first-year Jacob Gregg grapples with his opponent during the Jan. 14 Claude Sharer Duals.

Wrestling goes 6-2 to start 2023

Puneet Bansal, Sports Editor January 20, 2023

The Case Western Reserve University wrestling team had a scintillating start to the new year and don’t appear to be slowing down. After splitting the dual meet on Jan. 7, the Spartans swept another dual...

Third-year Maria Pritchett (pictured) competes in the Magnus Cup Invitational at Cleveland State University, joining a record-breaking lineup.

Swimming, diving and wrestling teams earn mixed finishes

Puneet Bansal, Sports Editor December 3, 2021

Swimming & Diving The Case Western Reserve University swimming teams delivered multiple standout performances at the Magnus Cup Invitational at Cleveland State University (CSU). For the men’s...

Spartans storm the mat and earn victories against Defiance College and Penn State Behrend.

Wrestling gains momentum ahead of UAA Championships

Shreya Ramani, Staff Reporter February 13, 2020

The Case Western Reserve University Spartans won both their dual matches this past weekend at the Horsburgh Gymnasium, competing against Defiance College and Penn State Behrend. Before this weekend, the...

Spartan wrestling team gains momentum at Si Ostrach Meet

Spartan wrestling team gains momentum at Si Ostrach Meet

Gaurav Hardikar, Staff Reporter January 30, 2020

The Case Western Reserve University Spartans’ wrestling team hosted the Si Ostrach Meet this past Saturday, Jan. 25 and found moderate success, winning two of their four dual matches. The meet started...

After starting out strong, the Spartans' meet on Jan. 15 turned into a mixed bag. Naji Saker

Recent matches prepare the Spartan wrestling team to host the Si Ostrach Meet

Gaurav Hardikar, Staff Reporter January 23, 2020

This past week marked a somewhat difficult stretch for the Case Western Reserve University wrestling team. On Wednesday, Jan. 15, the Spartans held their Senior Night, where the team honored fourth-years...

Brandon Barton sizes up his opponent as the Spartans gain revenge for last year’s loss against Thiel College

Spartan wrestling rallies to beat Thiel

Gaurav Hardikar, Staff Reporter January 17, 2020

Last Wednesday, Jan. 8, the Case Western Reserve University wrestling team snapped their 5-meet losing streak in a thrilling 27-24 home win against the Thiel College Tomcats.  The Spartans opened their...

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