Thu., Sept. 8, 2016
EWU sports chat Sept. 8 (noon)
I'll start answering your questions about all things EWU football starting at noon Thursday.
THURSDAY, SEPT. 8, 2016
Thu., Sept. 8, 2016
It's what we do ... just about every day 1
A GRIP ON SPORTS • You know, it is getting toward the middle of September. All schools are back in session. So it seems appropriate to hold a refresher course for what we do around here. Read on.
WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 7, 2016
Wed., Sept. 7, 2016
Alex Grinch previews Boise State playmakers
The WSU defensive coordinator talks about what makes Jeremy McNichols and Thomas Sperbeck so good.
Wed., Sept. 7, 2016
Mike Leach would like to play a freshman OL in 2016
Mike Leach says he would like a true freshman to get snaps at center this year.
Wed., Sept. 7, 2016
WSU Football chat (transcript)
Everything said in this week's WSU football chat.
Wed., Sept. 7, 2016
It's hard not to know exactly what's going on even when you don't want to 1
A GRIP ON SPORTS • Time for a personal question: What’s the first thing you do in the morning? Too personal? Well, I was just wondering if it was similar to mine. I lean over and pick up my phone. Check the emails and notifications. Prep for my day by finding out what happened over night. And make sure I am up-to-date on all the sports happenings.
Wed., Sept. 7, 2016
Northwest League playoffs: Three keys to victory for the Spokane Indians against Everett
Whether they’re deserving or not, the Spokane Indians are in the Northwest League playoffs.
TUESDAY, SEPT. 6, 2016
Tue., Sept. 6, 2016
Roy Manning grades the WSU pass rush
Washington State's pass rushers were not able to throw EWU quarterback Gage Gubrud off his game.
Tue., Sept. 6, 2016
Mike Leach says Cougar must look inward when facing adversity
According to Mike Leach, Washington State's problems arise when "focus gets splintered up."
Tue., Sept. 6, 2016
Our local college football teams hit the road this weekend and better be ready to be warriors 1
A GRIP ON SPORTS • It’s a short work week for most. Monday holidays do that. They also offer another opportunity to watch college football. And put us a day closer to the next weekend’s games. Guess what. All our local teams have key contests. Read on.
MONDAY, SEPT. 5, 2016
Mon., Sept. 5, 2016
Isaac Dotson says Cougars must get in Brett Rypien's head
The WSU linebacker praised the leadership skills of Boise State's QB, who is a Spokane native.
Mon., Sept. 5, 2016
Jamal Morrow credits strength coach with developing bounceback mentality
If the team can respond well to the EWU loss, it will be because of Jason Loscalzo's work during the offseason.
Mon., Sept. 5, 2016
Luke Falk says Cougars must live in the present
The Washington State quarterback says the Cougars know what corrections they must make before Boise State.
Mon., Sept. 5, 2016
Mike Leach previews Boise State
The Cougars coach talked about WSU's upcoming opponent during his weekly press conference.
Mon., Sept. 5, 2016
Game notes for WSU at Boise State
Game notes for Washington State's Week 2 trip to Boise State.
Mon., Sept. 5, 2016
Labor Day is a holiday for most but not those in the "next-game" industry
A GRIP ON SPORTS • The day after for most of us usually consists of a hangover and/or regret. For college football players it’s about getting ready for the next game. Read on.
Mon., Sept. 5, 2016
Rogers, Gonzaga Prep traded punches in 1944
In 1944 it was a two-team affair as Gonzaga High and Rogers were the clear favorites to battle for the football crown in the Spokane City League.
SUNDAY, SEPT. 4, 2016
Sun., Sept. 4, 2016
Clay McGuire talks penalties
The WSU offensive line coach talks about how the Cougars can clean up their false starts before next weekend.
Sun., Sept. 4, 2016
Ken Wilson says WSU linebackers must improve in pass coverage
The WSU inside linebackers coach talks about what he saw during Saturday's game.
Sun., Sept. 4, 2016
Eric Mele talks rugby punt
The WSU special teams coordinator explains why a wide receiver was punting on Saturday.
Sun., Sept. 4, 2016
Alex Grinch talks about WSU's defensive lapses against EWU
"The frustrating part was balls that were completed in front of us that we didn't make plays on, and doubly concerned we didn't make the tackle."
Sun., Sept. 4, 2016
Eastern 's happiness is overflowing today while WSU has a patch job ahead 6
A GRIP ON SPORTS • Sometimes the glass is overflowing. And sometimes it is cracked and leaking badly. It’s not how you look at it, it’s reality. Just ask the players from Washington State and Eastern Washington today. Read on.
SATURDAY, SEPT. 3, 2016
Sat., Sept. 3, 2016
WSU postgame notes 2
Some notes from Washington State's 45-42 loss to Eastern Washington.
Sat., Sept. 3, 2016
EWU 45, WSU 42: Final stats
Final stats from Eastern Washington's 45-42 win over Washington State.
Sat., Sept. 3, 2016
Peyton Pelluer says WSU defense knew what to expect from Gage Gubrud
The Cougars knew the first-time starting QB would want to run the ball for the Eagles.
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