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TUESDAY, AUG. 20, 2013



The view from the elevator tower on WSU's campus. (Christian Caple)

Notes from WSU's first closed practice

COUGARS FROM PULLMAN -- Washington State's practice earlier this afternoon had a distinct game-week feel to it -- though the Cougars' opener at Auburn is still 11 days away. And we watched practice from the elevator tower for the first time this season. So did…

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WCC schedule: GU home early, away late

Gonzaga will be home for its first four West Coast Conference men’s basketball games and on the road for its last four, including the regular-season finale against Saint Mary’s. The defending champion Bulldogs entertain Santa Clara to open WCC play Saturday, Dec. 28, followed by…

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Eastern and Big Sky links

Suddenly the Eagles have a few injuries, particularly at running back, but fortunately that may be their deepest position. Here's my report. I'll be out at practice this afternoon for some more interviews, including the team captains who were expected to be announced sometime today.…

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