https://wildcatsports.com/rss.aspxLatest news items for Central Washington University Athleticsen-us60https://wildcatsports.com/news/2026/10/10/womens-volleyball-wildcats-honor-andaya-sweep-nighthawks-on-homecoming.aspxhttps://wildcatsports.com/news/2026/10/10/womens-volleyball-wildcats-honor-andaya-sweep-nighthawks-on-homecoming.aspxWomen's Volleyball

ELLENSBURG, Wash. ­— It was a fitting afternoon in Nicholson Arena as Central Washington celebrated "Mario Day" by honoring longtime head coach and current Deputy Athletics Director Mario Andaya before the Wildcats delivered a dominant 3-0 sweep of Northwest Nazarene on Saturday.]]>Mario DaySat, 10 Oct 2026 16:16:00 PST1210307https://wildcatsports.com/news/2026/10/10/womens-soccer-central-soccer-kicks-off-homecoming-with-a-statement-win.aspxhttps://wildcatsports.com/news/2026/10/10/womens-soccer-central-soccer-kicks-off-homecoming-with-a-statement-win.aspxWomen's Soccer

ELLENSBURG, Wash. – The Wildcats (3-6-4) outmatched Northwest Nazarene (2-7-3) 3-1 thanks to a strong start to the match from Marissa Badillo. Two goals found the net from Badillo's foot in the first 13 minutes of play, giving the 'Cats a quick 2-0 lead. As a result of the Wildcat win, CWU takes sole possession of 4th place in the GNAC with 11 points on the season. This puts them three points behind Seattle Pacific (4-2-2) and three points ahead of Montana State Billings (2-4-2).]]>Wildcats celebrate Kylee Schreck's goal vs Simon Fraser SMALLSat, 10 Oct 2026 14:36:00 PST1010306https://wildcatsports.com/news/2026/10/10/womens-cross-country-places-sixth-in-the-lewis-crossover.aspxhttps://wildcatsports.com/news/2026/10/10/womens-cross-country-places-sixth-in-the-lewis-crossover.aspxCross Country

Romeoville, Ill. – After a long trip to the state of Illinois, the Wildcats were ready to participate in the 2026 Lewis Crossover. With 26 schools participating in the Women's 6000m, the Wildcats came out in sixth place with a team score of 176, just behind their rival Western Washington with 171. Colorado Christian University left the state as the winner with a team score of just 74.]]>Maddy Harrison leading the way for the Wildcats at the 2026 Bill Roe Classic.Sat, 10 Oct 2026 14:04:00 PST1310305https://wildcatsports.com/news/2026/10/8/womens-soccer-wildcats-claw-away-with-a-tie-against-24-simon-fraser.aspxhttps://wildcatsports.com/news/2026/10/8/womens-soccer-wildcats-claw-away-with-a-tie-against-24-simon-fraser.aspxWomen's Soccer

ELLENSBURG, Wash. – With a tough, ranked opponent ahead of the 'Cats this week, they did not flinch. Central Soccer (2-6-4) hosted the #24 Simon Fraser Red Leafs (7-2-2) in a GNAC battle that did not disappoint as the 'Cats held their own for a tie, giving them a point to their season total. The match came to an end shortly after the Wildcats scored a miraculous last-second goal to tie the match 2-2.]]>CWU Soccer poses for team photo after 2-2 draw versus #24 ranked Simon Fraser.Thu, 8 Oct 2026 20:55:00 PST1010304https://wildcatsports.com/news/2026/10/7/cross-country-thirteen-wildcats-earn-academic-all-conference-honors.aspxhttps://wildcatsports.com/news/2026/10/7/cross-country-thirteen-wildcats-earn-academic-all-conference-honors.aspxCross Country

ELLENSBURG, Wash. – Thirteen members of the Central Washington University Cross Country Teams earned Great Northwest Athletic Conference All-Academic honors, the conference announced Wednesday afternoon. Western Washington paved the way with 29 GNAC All-Academic honorees.]]>CWU Women's Cross Country running in the 2026 CWU Cross Country Opener.Wed, 7 Oct 2026 12:53:00 PST1310303https://wildcatsports.com/news/2026/10/6/womens-volleyball-red-hot-wildcats-host-northwest-nazarene-for-homecoming.aspxhttps://wildcatsports.com/news/2026/10/6/womens-volleyball-red-hot-wildcats-host-northwest-nazarene-for-homecoming.aspxWomen's Volleyball

ELLENSBURG, Wash. – The Central Washington University volleyball team (10-4, 6-2 GNAC) continues its homestand this week with a lone matchup against Northwest Nazarene as the Wildcats celebrate homecoming weekend.]]>VolleyballTue, 6 Oct 2026 17:05:00 PST1210302https://wildcatsports.com/news/2026/10/6/cwu-cross-country-is-back-in-action-after-a-week-off.aspxhttps://wildcatsports.com/news/2026/10/6/cwu-cross-country-is-back-in-action-after-a-week-off.aspxCross Country

ELLENSBURG, Wash. – The Wildcats had a week off following their trip to Western Washington University to participate in the Bill Roe Classic. With the team rested up and eager for action, the team will travel out of state to Romeoville, Ill., for the Lewis Crossover. The event will take place on Saturday at 7:45 a.m. as the 'Cats look to impress out of state.]]>Weston Breen running in the 2026 Bill Roe Classic.Tue, 6 Oct 2026 12:16:00 PST1310301https://wildcatsports.com/news/2026/10/6/untitled-story.aspxhttps://wildcatsports.com/news/2026/10/6/untitled-story.aspxWomen's Soccer

ELLENSBURG, Wash. – After splitting last week's games with one win and one loss, Wildcat Soccer (2-6-3) hosts both #23 Simon Fraser University (3-2-5) and Northwest Nazarene University (2-5-3) this week. The team has scored in each of their last four games, going 2-2 over that period as they continue to search for wins over conference opponents. In conference play, the 'Cats sit at 2-3-1, which is good for sixth in the conference. CWU soccer will look to cap off their Homecoming weekend with two more wins on the season and a chance to bolster them even higher in the conference standings.]]>Lainee Derry dribbling the ball vs Seattle Pacific University.Tue, 6 Oct 2026 09:29:00 PST1010299https://wildcatsports.com/news/2026/10/6/football-wildcats-welcome-galloping-mustangs-for-homecoming-showdown.aspxhttps://wildcatsports.com/news/2026/10/6/football-wildcats-welcome-galloping-mustangs-for-homecoming-showdown.aspxFootball

ELLENSBURG, Wash. – The 13th-ranked Central Washington University Football Team (3-2, 3-0 LSC) will welcome the Midwestern State Mustangs (4-1, 3-0 LSC) in a battle of unbeatens on Saturday for CWU's Homecoming game at 6:00 p.m. from Steve Hertling Field at Tomlinson Stadium with a special thanks to our gameday sponsor Anderson Hay & Grain.]]>Mason JuergensTue, 6 Oct 2026 10:32:00 PST210300https://wildcatsports.com/news/2026/10/5/football-featherstone-earns-lsc-special-teams-player-of-the-week.aspxhttps://wildcatsports.com/news/2026/10/5/football-featherstone-earns-lsc-special-teams-player-of-the-week.aspxFootball

RICHARDSON, Texas – Central Washington University senior wide receiver and kick returner Samaje Featherstone made the most in his limited return opportunities on Saturday to earn the Lone Star Conference Special Teams Player of the Week after helping the 'Cats to their first-ever victory in San Angelo, taking down the Angelo State Rams 41-14.]]>Samaje FeatherstoneMon, 5 Oct 2026 11:15:00 PST210298