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FRIDAY, SEPT. 23, 2011

Tennell back with Shock

Wide receiver Adron Tennell, who became a key receiver for Spokane over the last half of the season, has signed to return to the Shock. He's the third player to return, joining DB Marquise Charles and OL Ben Ossai. The 6-foot-5 Tennell, a University of…

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Gonzaga's David Pendergraft and Davidson's Boris Meno hit the floor fighting for a loose ball in the 1st half, March 21, 2008 in Raleigh, NC.  DAN PELLE The Spokesman-Review (Dan Pelle / The Spokesman-Review)

Pendo back at GU

David Pendergraft, one of the most popular Zags as a player, has joined the athletic department as director of athletic giving. Pendergraft finished his GU playing career in 2008 after starring at Brewster High. He became an instant fan favorite with his heady play and…

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Chiefs to push Portland again

Once again Portland appears to be the class of the U.S. Division in the Western Conference of the Western Hockey League. But the Spokane Chiefs aren't conceding anything. Though the Winterhawks, who sent an unheard of 15 players to NHL camps and the Chiefs just…

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A light Friday from Pullman 

COUGARS Good morning and welcome to a Friday without Washington State football. The only one until the season ends later this fall – and yes, starting today it is officially fall. But without a lot from Pullman, this autumn starts with a surprisingly light slate.…

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Mead’s Hannah Zalopany, left, pounds a ball past Wildcats defenders Brooke Reilly (10) and Annie Arnzen (4) at Mt. Spokane HS. (Jesse Tinsley)

Volleyball: Mead sweeps

Mead avenged a loss to Mt. Spokane a year ago, sweeping the Wildcats in a Greater Spokane League match at Mt. Spokane. Here's our story. Pictured above getting a kill is Mead outside hitter Hannah Zalopany.

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