athletics

Commitment from Don and Marianne Richards supports arena’s Spartan Gallery common area

What stays with you from your journey?For student-athletes, the excitement of winning a national championship can be a defining experience—but sometimes what’s more enduring are the memories of daily moments and insights gained. Read on to learn what these national title-winning CWRU alumni carry…

Ethan Edwards delivered one of the greatest individual performances in conference or CWRU basketball history in February, when he scored a record 54 points to lead the Spartans to a 110-98 win during a home game over the University of Rochester.It was the most points made this season by any…

Balancing the demands of athletics with the rigorous path toward a career in medicine is a uniquely challenging—and rewarding—experience. At Case Western Reserve University, a new student-led mentorship initiative is working to make that journey more supportive and sustainable for pre-med student…

Newly renamed DiSanto Arena to feature Brennan Industries Court

Newly named DiSanto Arena will become primary home for men’s and women’s varsity basketball

The CWRU Club Cheer team will host “Lil Spartans,” a mini cheer camp fundraiser for children in grades K–8. No experience is required and all children are welcome. The program will be held Sunday, Feb. 22, with a day camp in Adelbert Gym from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., followed by an opportunity to…

With a seemingly persistent gray overcast, winters in Cleveland can feel dreary and endless. But, if you know the city and the Case Western Reserve University campus well, there are countless ways to make it feel bright and warm no matter the weather forecast. Here are a few ideas to make your…

Football has long been a unifying force in American culture, bringing fans, players and communities together around a shared passion. The game’s impact reaches far beyond the field—fostering connection, tradition and a sense of belonging. As the Case Western Reserve University Spartans (0-1-1)…

As Emil LaSida stood behind the blocks at the 2025 NCAA National Championships, he locked in on the race ahead: a head-to-head swim-off in the 50 free, one of his specialties, to clinch a spot in finals. LaSida not only secured the win by five one-hundredths of a second—he also surpassed his own…