Mastro says squats are key to running back success
Running backs coach Jim Mastro gives the scoop on his position group.
WEDNESDAY, AUG. 17, 2016
Mike Leach talks about Keith Harrington's possible position switch
Keith Harrington spent Wednesday's practice at H-receiver.
Colton Teglovic gets a scholarship
Colton Teglovic talks about learning that he will be a scholarship player as a senior.
WSU Football chat (transcript)
Everything that was said during Wednesday morning's WSU football chat.
Spokane Indians prospect rankings (Week 5)
Three young, intriguing prospects make their way into the Spokane Indians’ prospect rankings.
Every loss means something, it's just some mean more than others
A GRIP ON SPORTS • Every loss means the same in the standings. But they don’t all count the same. Last night’s Mariner loss has to mean something more. Read on.
TUESDAY, AUG. 16, 2016
Highlights and observations from WSU's practice in Pullman
The Cougars practiced in Martin Stadium for the first time in the 2016 season.
Trey Tinsley getting lots of opportunities
Quarterback Trey Tinsley talks about why he chose to walk-on at Washington State.
Mike Leach says Luke Falk is more vocal
Mike Leach says that Luke Falk is more vocal and authoritative in his second year as full-time starting QB.
Winter seems a long way off but it's never too early to look ahead
A GRIP ON SPORTS • When you mow your lawn, what do you think about, other than not cutting off any toes or whatnot, of course? Sometimes my thoughts drift toward the months ahead. And the thought of what’s coming before winter gets here. Read on.
Action heats up this week for Eagles
Two-a-days, a return to the Inferno and the first scrimmage are on tap this week for Eastern Washington.
MONDAY, AUG. 15, 2016
No one is faster ... or playing as well ... or moving the ball better
A GRIP ON SPORTS • Let’s start this week with a few items from Rio to Oakland and on through Lewiston. Read on.
SUNDAY, AUG. 14, 2016
Robert Lewis, River Cracraft lead the offense in Sunday scrimmage
Washington State's offense got the best of its defense during a scrimmage lasting approximately 90 plays on Sunday, WSU's last day of preseason camp.
Luke Falk after practice
Washington State's quarterback talks about the Cougars' scrimmage on Sunday.
JaMarcus Shephard after practice.
JaMarcus Shephard is an equal opportunist when it comes to pumping up the wide receivers and secondary.
The Olympics work as a metaphor in some cases
A GRIP ON SPORTS • Sorry, but the Olympics brings out the patriot in me. If you can’t abide a little national pride for the next few hundred words, skip down to the links. We're about to get a smidgen jingoistic. Read on.
SATURDAY, AUG. 13, 2016
Highlights, observations and a new recruit
Kelle Sanders from River Ridge High in Lacey committed to Washington State during the Cougars' short practice on Saturday.
Parker Henry after practice
Parker Henry talks about he and Kirkland Parker's complementary strengths.
Eduardo Middleton after practice
Eduardo Middleton talks about the experience returning on the right side of WSU's offensive line.
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