Pac-12 officially scraps non-conference schedules for fall sports in 2020
One day after the Big10 became the first power-five conference to announce a conference-only schedule for all of their fall sports, the Pac-12 decided to do the same Friday.
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Kyle Smith has WSU basketball on the rebound
Kyle Smith turned some heads in his first year as the Washington State men's basketball head coach leading the Cougs to more wins than they've had in eight seasons.
Former Cougar coach Mike Leach's return to Pullman booked, but not until 2031
PULLMAN, Wash. - Washington State athletics announced Wednesday that the Cougars have agreed to a home-and-home series with Mississippi State in 2030 and 2031. Former WSU head coach Mike Leach is about to start his first season in charge of…
WSU outlines testing requirements as athletes return to campus for voluntary workouts
Washington State University student-athletes will return to campus for voluntary athletic activities beginning June 15. The return will be a phased-in approach, beginning with fall sports programs as well as those student-athletes who have remained in Pullman since the conclusion of Spring Semester.
New WSU football coach helps create Coaches Coalition For Progress
When the Washington State Cougar football team finally gets together in Pullman, it will be different. But change isn't always a bad thing, in terms of change for equality, it's tough to think of anything better. WSU's new defensive ends coach AJ Cooper is doing what he can to start the change now.
Washington State and EWU basketball to square off in each of the next 3 seasons
Washington State and Eastern Washington both play the University of Idaho every year. Even before Idaho joined the Big Sky conference. But 2012 was the last time WSU and Eastern played each other, despite being within 100 miles of each…
WSU football assistant coach helps start Coaches Coalition for Progress
PULLMAN, Wash. - Most Cougar fans don't know much about A.J. Cooper and the way he coaches football, but he's…
Ten Cougars named preseason All-Pac12 in football
Ten Washington State Cougars were named to the 2020 Preseason All-Pac-12 Conference Teams, Athlon Magazine announced Thursday.
NBA draft withdrawal deadline set for late summer, Gonzaga and WSU underclassmen get more time
The NBA board of governors voted to approve a 22-team format to return to play in July. They also approved an October 15 NBA draft date, and that affects how long Gonzaga and Washington State players have to withdraw from…
Pac-12 will allow voluntary in-person athletic workouts June 15th
The Pac-12 announced today that it will allow for voluntary in-person athletic workouts for all sports to commence on June 15, subject to the decision of each individual campus and where permissible by relevant governmental entities.
WSU's Manzardo named baseball All-American
Washington State sophomore first baseman Kyle Manzardo was named to the All-America Third Team by Collegiate Baseball Tuesday.
WSU football's Rolovich lays out 2020 season: 'No excuses when we get back'
PULLMAN, Wash. — Few sports fans want to know the answer as to what they might be doing on Saturdays in the Fall if college football…
Despite approval from NCAA, WSU's Rolovich remains realistic about June workouts
PULLMAN, Wash. - The NCAA gave three Division 1 college sports some hope Wednesday, voting to approve voluntary athletic activities…
The Coug back in business, but things will look a little different
The Coug is back and open for business in Pullman, but it might look a little different the next time you visit.
Washington State QB Anthony Gordon will sign with Seahawks as UDFA
Anthony Gordon broke records in his lone season starting for the Cougs at quarterback, but unlike those before him, Gardner Minshew and Luke Falk, he never heard his name called at the NFL draft. Minshew and Falk were both drafted…
WSU Receiver Dezmon Patmon drafted by the Indianapolis Colts in 6th round
Washington State wide receiver Dezmon Patmon heard his name called in the sixth round of the NFL draft on Saturday. The Indianapolis Colts used their 212th take the Cougar "Z" receiver in former head coach Mike Leach's Air Raid offense,…
WSU safety Bryce Beekman died from accidental drug overdose, coroner says
Washington State University safety Bryce Beekman’s cause of death was an overdose from a combination of fentanyl and promethazine, the Whitman County Coroner determined on Friday.
'I have nothing to lose': CJ Elleby declares for NBA draft while preserving NCAA eligibility
SEATTLE, Wash. — It feels like years ago, but back when we actually had some live sports to watch, one player on the Washington State basketball team helped lead the Cougs to their first Pac-12 tournament win in 11 years.…
PHOTOS: Someone puts mask on Cougar Pride statue
Unknown jokesters placed a masked on the Cougar Pride statue in the middle of Washington State University's campus.
Stay or go? Local NCAA senior athletes ponder competing an extra year
The year 2020 is here to provide a lifetime supply of what-ifs that nobody wants. Especially for college athletes.
Washington State inks top-5 guard from Canada, Dishon Jackson also signs
PULLMAN, Wash. - April 15 marks the start of high schoolers signing their National Letters of Intent. Washington State head coach Kyle Smith received one Wednesday from one of the top-five guards in Canada, Jefferson Koulibaly. Koulibaly had to reclassify…
WSU coaches, AD take pay cuts to make up for losses due to coronavirus
As the coronavirus continues to impact the state and related revenue streams, Washington State University Athletics announced wage freezes and other cuts to make up losses in revenue.
WSU freezing salaries of executive leadership, issuing dining and housing refunds in wake of coronavirus closure
Washington State University announced new financial plans, including freezing the current salaries for all executive leadership, in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.
NCAA grants extra year for spring athletes, says no to winter sports
The NCAA will permit spring sport athletes who had their seasons shortened by the coronavirus outbreak to have an additional year of eligibility.
