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Tensions were high following a kick return made by Weber State's Rashid Shaheed, 22, against Montana State University. (Bella Torres / The Signpost)

A bleak end to a seven-year streak

Miles Shaw
October 18, 2021
Wildcat defensive lineman Jared Schiess, 91, and Sione Lapuaho, 93, prepare for the snap at Stewart Stadium on Sept. 25. Photo credit: Robert Casey / Weber State Athletics

‘Cats are back with a Homecoming attack

Miles Shaw
October 11, 2021
Weber State's soccer team celebrates a scored goal against Idaho State at the Wildcat Softball Field on Oct. 3. Photo credit: Robert Casey / Weber State Athletics

Five-minute flurry leads to Wildcat win

Miles Shaw
October 6, 2021
Wildcat head coach Jay Hill celebrates his record setting 54th win with his team in the locker room, following Weber State's 38-7 win. Photo credit: Robert Casey / Weber State Athletics

Jay Hill sets coach record for wins at Cal Poly

Miles Shaw
October 4, 2021
Mekell Moss, the Wildcats' goalie, jumps high alongside her team to defend against a Highlander goal. (Nikki Dorber/The Signpost)

‘Cats go 2–0 in conference play

Miles Shaw
September 29, 2021
Weber State heads to Cal Poly in search of a victory after back-to-back losses. Photo credit: Weber State Athletics

‘Cats check out competition in Cali

Miles Shaw
September 29, 2021
Former Wildcat head coach Neil McCarthy shouts across the court at the Dee Events Center in Ogden. Photo credit: Weber State Athletics

Remembering a Wildcat

Miles Shaw
September 22, 2021
Weber State's Randal Grimes, 14, and James Madison's Greg Ross, 9, exchange words following an aggressive play between the teams. (Bella Torres / The Signpost)

Dukes declaw ‘Cats with 13-point victory

Miles Shaw
September 20, 2021
Weber State Athletic's graphic of the Wildcats 2021-22 non-conference schedule. Photo credit: Weber State Athletics

Showdown schedule announced

Miles Shaw
September 15, 2021
Senior wide receiver Rashid Shaheed, 22, bolts into the open field on his record-breaking sixth career kickoff return at Rice Eccles Stadium on Sept. 2. Photo credit: Weber State Athletics

Utes summon lightning and strike ‘Cats down

Miles Shaw
September 8, 2021
The Wildcats scrimmaged at Stewart Stadium on Aug. 20 to prepare for the upcoming season. Photo credit: Weber State Athletics

Kicking off the football season with Big Sky Champs

Miles Shaw
September 3, 2021
Damian Lillard slams down his signature dunk at to the delight of the Dee Events Center crowd on Aug. 20. Photo credit: Weber State Athletics

Damian Lillard rains down 3-pointers at the Alumni Basketball Classic

Miles Shaw
August 27, 2021
Weber State MBB's 2021-22 Big Sky Schedule. Photo credit: Weber State Athletics

‘Cats Big Sky Hoops Schedule released

Miles Shaw
July 26, 2021
Exercise machines are set up on a basketball court in Swenson Gym at the Stromberg Complex. Photo credit: Matthew Barker, Stromberg Complex Facility Manager

The Stromberg Complex offers summer recreation on campus

Miles Shaw
June 7, 2021
Wildcat senior linebacker Conner Mortensen, 11, wraps up SUU running back Jay Green Jr, 21, and Wildcat safety Desmond Williams, 0, looks to assist him at Eccles Coliseum in Cedar City on April 3. Photo credit: Robert Casey & Weber State Athletics

Wildcat football walk-ons make their mark

Miles Shaw
April 19, 2021
The Wildcats celebrate the team's fourth-straight Big Sky Conference Championship on April 10 at Stewart Stadium. (WSU Athletics)

Four straight years as Big Sky Champs

Miles Shaw
April 12, 2021
Makayla Donahoo, 13, up to bat during the game against Colorado State on April 3 in Ogden. (Nikki Dorber/The Signpost)

The ‘Cats strike out Colorado State in a win; get knocked out in a loss

Miles Shaw
April 5, 2021
Chloe Camarero prepares for the right pitch against Idaho State. (Nikki Dorber / The Signpost)

The Wildcats scratch out Idaho State for a three-game sweep

Miles Shaw
March 31, 2021
With two seconds left in the game, Weber State University's tight end Justin Malone, 88, catches the Hail Mary pass for the win against Northern Arizona on Saturday, March 27. (Nikki Dorber/The Signpost)

Wildcats take down NAU with a 50-yard Hail Mary on the final play

Miles Shaw
March 29, 2021
Snow flurries shut down softball

Snow flurries shut down softball

Miles Shaw
March 24, 2021
Damian Lillard knocks down the game-winning 3-pointer to lift the Portland Trail Blazers past the Oklahoma City Thunder, 118–115, in game five of their first-round playoff series on April 23, 2019 at Moda Center. The Blazers won the series 4–1. Photo credit: MCT

Opinion: Wildcat Legend’s six most memorable moments

Miles Shaw
March 17, 2021
The Weber State Wildcats celebrate their touchdown that led them to a win on their home field. (Paige McKinnon/The Signpost)

Wildcats claw their way to a win over UC Davis

Miles Shaw
March 15, 2021
Wildcat's guard Isiah Brown taking the basketball to the hoop through traffic against NCU. Photo credit: Weber State Athletics

‘Cats Dynamic Backcourt Duo named to Big Sky All-Conference Teams

Miles Shaw
March 11, 2021
WIldcat's forward Dillon Jones driving to the basket against NAU. Photo credit: Weber State Athletics

‘Cats freshman forward Dillon Jones named Big Sky Freshman of the Year

Miles Shaw
March 11, 2021
Michal Kozak celebrating with his teammates after the win. Photo credit: Weber State Athletics

‘Cats regular season ends in a wild last second win over N. Colorado

Miles Shaw
March 11, 2021
The ‘Cats await the Big Sky Tournament with sharpened claws

The ‘Cats await the Big Sky Tournament with sharpened claws

Miles Shaw
March 3, 2021
‘Cats QB Barron named Big Sky Offensive Player of the Week

‘Cats QB Barron named Big Sky Offensive Player of the Week

Miles Shaw
March 3, 2021
The ‘Cats pounced on the Bengals in a record breaking blowout victory

The ‘Cats pounced on the Bengals in a record breaking blowout victory

Miles Shaw
March 1, 2021
Isiah Brown, 12, continues to throw threes against Northern Arizona. (Nikki Dorber / The Signpost)

‘Cats sweep Lumberjacks in third straight win

Miles Shaw
February 22, 2021
Vicky Parra, 20, takes a shot during the Feb. 11 game against the Montana Grizzlies.

The Grizzlies claw down ‘Cats in fourteenth straight loss

Miles Shaw
February 12, 2021
The Wildcats are happy to be back on the diamond on Feb. 12 after a long year off. Photo credit: WSU Athletics

Wildcat Softball’s finally stepping back on the diamond

Miles Shaw
February 12, 2021
Weber State Wildcats' came home with a victory against Montana Bobcats' on Feb. 4. Photo credit: WSU Athletics

The Wildcats scratch out Montana State in first game of the clash of the ‘Cats

Miles Shaw
February 8, 2021
The Wildcats handle the Vandals and prepare to face the Big Sky’s best

The Wildcats handle the Vandals and prepare to face the Big Sky’s best

Miles Shaw
February 1, 2021
Weber State's Michal Kozak, 11 moves up the court for a 2 point basket at Thursday's game. (Nikki Dorber / The Signpost)

Wildcats pounce on the T-Birds at the Dee, but come up short in Cedar City

Miles Shaw
January 25, 2021
Los Angeles, California; Apr. 13, 2016 -- Lakers' Kobe Bryant celebrating during the playoffs in 2008 at the Staples Center. (Wally Skalij/Los Angeles Times)

Favorite Moments from the Mamba

Miles Shaw
January 25, 2021
The Wildcats saw Yellowstone Christian College arrive in Ogden in what turned into a historic game for Weber State. Photo credit: Weber State Athletics

Wildcats’ claws crack the Centurions’ armor in a historic game

Miles Shaw
January 21, 2021
Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (12) looks for a receiver as Los Angeles Rams defensive lineman Morgan Fox (97) pursues during an NFC Divisional playoff game at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wisconsin, on Jan. 16, 2021. The Packers advanced, 32-18. (Wally Skalij/Los Angeles Times/TNS)

The battle for the Lombardi Trophy rages on

Miles Shaw
January 20, 2021
Lamar Jackson #8 of the Baltimore Ravens runs with the ball while defended by Adoree' Jackson #25 of the Tennessee Titans in the Wild Card Round of the NFL Playoffs at Nissan Stadium on Jan. 10, 2021 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Andy Lyons/Getty Images/TNS)

Baltimore’s ‘Big Truzz’ in Lamar Jackson’s paid off

Miles Shaw
January 15, 2021
'Cats WBB hang with the Bengals at the Dee, but drop three straight on the road

‘Cats WBB hang with the Bengals at the Dee, but drop three straight on the road

Miles Shaw
January 11, 2021
Zahir Porter, number 0, hoping to go in for a layup, which would result in two points for Weber State University. (Nilli Dorber / The Signpost)

‘Cats scratch by UVU in back and forth battle but find league games canceled

Miles Shaw
January 11, 2021
'Cats WBB looks for first win of the season vs. Idaho State

‘Cats WBB looks for first win of the season vs. Idaho State

Miles Shaw
December 31, 2020
‘Cats fall short after valiant comeback’s swiped away by the Cougars

‘Cats fall short after valiant comeback’s swiped away by the Cougars

Miles Shaw
December 29, 2020
'Cats set for hardwood battle vs. in-state rival Cougs

‘Cats set for hardwood battle vs. in-state rival Cougs

Miles Shaw
December 24, 2020
Men's Rugby game between Weber State University and Brigham Young University on Feb. 22 (Robert Lewis / The Signpost)

‘Cats claw to the end in hard-hitting rugby showdown

Miles Shaw
November 23, 2020
WSU's Big Sky softball schedule (Weber State Athletics)

Big Sky announces the date ‘Cats return to the diamond

Miles Shaw
November 18, 2020
(Weber State Athletics)

‘Cats out-clawed by the Cougar’s on cross country course

Miles Shaw
November 16, 2020
WSU Athletics set up the voting booths at the Weber County Fairgrounds and helped facilitate the voting process on Election Day. Photo credit: Weber State Athletics

Wildcat athletes pounced into action for Weber County voters

Miles Shaw
November 11, 2020
(credit: Weber State Athletics)

The ‘Cats offense is prowling the practice field, on the hunt for improvement

Miles Shaw
November 5, 2020
WSU Football spring schedule. (Image courtesy of weberstatesports.com)

Big Sky announces ‘Cats spring football schedule

Miles Shaw
November 4, 2020
DK Metcalf makes the game-winning catch against Minnesota. The Minnesota Vikings played the Seattle Seahawks in NFL Football on October 11 at CenturyLink Field in Seattle, Washington. (Dean Rutz/Seattle Times/TNS)

The heartbreaking Viking way

Miles Shaw
October 21, 2020
Ula Chamberlin goes for the three-pointer in a game against the Pilots last November. (Israel Campa / The Signpost) Photo credit: Signpost Archives

Big Sky sets date for ‘Cats hardwood return

Miles Shaw
October 19, 2020
Ty Whitworth, number 75, Josh Davis, number 20 move work together to move the ball. (Nikki Dorber / The Signpost) Photo credit: Signpost Archives

All-American O-Lineman named semifinalist for Campbell Trophy

Miles Shaw
October 12, 2020
Cleveland Browns wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. hauls in a touchdown reception defended by Dallas Cowboys cornerback Daryl Worley in the first half of the Oct. 4 game at AT&T Stadium.

Odell’s taking care of unfinished business

Miles Shaw
October 7, 2020
The Weber State Wildcat football team runs onto the field before the game 2019 Homecoming game begins while pyrotechnics erupt in the background. (Kalie Pead / The Signpost) Photo credit: Signpost Archives

The Wildcats sharpen their claws, waiting to return to the gridiron

Miles Shaw
October 5, 2020
Starting the race for the Big Sky Cross Country Championships. (Sara Parker / The Signpost) Photo credit: Signpost Archives

‘Cats track and cross country may soon run wild again

Miles Shaw
September 30, 2020
Football has restarted across the nation with 13 games on Sept. 13. Photo credit: Pexels

There’s no need to fear; NFL Sundays are here

Miles Shaw
September 16, 2020
Wildcat Faith Hoe slides home. (Signpost Archives)

Wildcat softball takes a swing at each day

Miles Shaw
September 14, 2020
Paul Grua, Steve Klauke, Rashid Sasheed and Jay Hill are all members of the sports teams at Weber State. (Miles Shaw / The Signpost)

A week with the ‘Cats points to sports heading in the right direction

Miles Shaw
August 31, 2020
The press box at WSU's Soccer Field. (Robert Lewis / The Signpost)

Uncertainty plagues student athletics

Miles Shaw
August 22, 2020
Damian Lillard does not allow the silence of the arena to get the best of him, and continues to play as if all was normal. Photo credit: MCT

Nobody can tame Dame

Miles Shaw
August 22, 2020
Charlotte Bobcats owner Michael Jordan says his franchise will not lose games on purpose to increase the chances of improving their draft position.

Look out Mickey Mouse; basketball’s coming to your house

Miles Shaw
June 18, 2020
Coach James Armendariz calling a time out to talk to the WSU baseball club team during a game. (Marissa Wolford / The Signpost)

Waldo’s club teams and intramural sports

Miles Shaw
April 6, 2020
Wildcat's practice for the 2020 season on March 11. (Robert Lewis / The Signpost)

‘Cats back on the Gridiron for spring practice

Miles Shaw
March 13, 2020
Weber state scores again. Nikki Dorber - The Signpost

Wildcats drop their final two home games

Miles Shaw
March 6, 2020

Wildcats drop their final two home games

Miles Shaw
March 6, 2020
Students talk with a representative from Give Me A Chance about opportunties available with their organization at the Volunteer Fair held at WSU's main campus on Wednesday. (Robert Lewis The Signpost)

Volunteer opportunities abound in Weber/Davis County

Miles Shaw
January 31, 2020
Matthew Romaniello specializes in Russian history and won the 2019 Early Slavic Studies Association Book Prize in November 2019. (Weber State University Archive)

Professor scores award for Slavic studies book

Miles Shaw
January 29, 2020
Chris Harris explains the interior of the Sunzeecar, pointing out the engineering stored beneath the seat. (Kalie Pead/The Signpost)

The future is driving up in the Sunzeecar

Miles Shaw
January 11, 2020

14th Annual Native Symposium Shares History and Culture

Miles Shaw
November 20, 2019
Artesonraju, a mountain in the Peruvian Andes (Wikimedia Commons). Photo credit: Wikimedia Commons

Ogden film festival offers something for everyone

Miles Shaw
November 15, 2019
Weber State retention rate up from last fall

Weber State retention rate up from last fall

Miles Shaw
November 7, 2019
Image from Flickr

Bestselling new book and a battle with mental illness

Miles Shaw
October 11, 2019
A Weber State banner posted by Union Station. (Bella Torres / The Signpost)

Lost history revealed through Book Festival

Miles Shaw
October 3, 2019
Career Fair at WSU (Robert Lewis / The Signpost)

STEM and Career Fairs

Miles Shaw
September 27, 2019
Students and attendees engage with the varying businesses present at the career fair last fall. (Joshua Wineholt / The Signpost)

Opportunities abound at student job fair

Miles Shaw
September 6, 2019
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