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WSU Fails To Cash In On Chances Cougars Rally, But Prove To Be Their Own Worst Enemies In Loss To Oregon

Oregon squandered most of a 17-point lead Saturday and seemed determined to give away yet another basketball game, but Washington State was unable to capitalize. Missed free throws, poor rebounding and a disastrous stretch immediately after halftime were among the culprits as the Cougars suffered a 71-62 Pac-10 men's basketball defeat before 8,213 typically boisterous fans at McArthur Court.
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Newman Produces For Asu

Whether Don Newman can shake the interim label at Arizona State remains unclear, but he has already beaten the odds, covered the spread and exceeded the "over" for total wins. Even Stevin Smith and Isaac Burton, the ex-players convicted in the 1994 point-shaving scheme that led to coach Bill Frieder's resignation, might not bet against Newman now.
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Cougs Take Field Of Dreams Pac-10 Trend Has WSU Looking Good

1. Myron "Mike" Davis, a member of the 1931 WSU Rose Bowl team, clowns around with Cougars receiver Chris Jackson during photo day Wednesday. Photo by Christopher Anderson/The Spokesman-Review 2. Shawn McWashington and the rest of the "Fab Five" receivers are expected to be a key to a WSU win. Photo by Christopher Anderson/The Spokesman-Review
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Oh, These Magic Moments Highlights Define WSU’s Excellent Adventure

1. Jesse Ratcliff and coach Mike Price were in the mood for singing the Washington State University fight song after the Cougars defeated UCLA 37-34. Photo by Colin Mulvany/The Spokesman-Review 2. When Chris Jackson gathered in this touchdown pass, the Apple Cup almost became a runaway. Photo by J. Bart Rayniak/The Spokesman-Review
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A True Leader Mike Price Gains Respect For The Way He Carries Himself On And Off The Field

1. WSU coach Mike Price has gained the respect of his players by being a take-charge leader who is willing to deflect criticism of them onto himself. Photo by Christopher Anderson/The Spokesman-Review 2. Price give words of encouragement to Lamont Thompson. Photo by Christopher Anderson/The Spokesman-Review 3. WSU coach Mike Price greets Alton Warner at practice at the L.A. Coliseum last week. Warner played for Price at Weber State in 1983 and 1984. Photo by Christopher Anderson/The Spokesman-Review
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He’s A Winner At Double Jeopardy Nothing Trivial About Woodson

1. In the category of "Heisman Firsts," Charles Woodson is the answer as the first primarily defensive player to win college football's premier award. Photo by Associated Press 2. Charles Woodson (2) has shown the way to Pasadena for the Wolverines, especially teammate Marcus Ray (29). Photo by Julian H. Gonzalez/Detroit Free Press
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Moore’s Drive Stays As True As His Word Not Home For The Holidays As WSU Prepares For Its First Rose Bowl Appearance Since 1931, Three Members Of The Cougars Talk About Life, Family And Playing On New Year’s Day

1. Brandon Moore and his only sister, Rosalind (pictured) keep memories of their late mother close to their hearts. Photo by Christopher Anderson/The Spokesman-Review 2. Brandon Moore hugs his nephew, Damon, after an L.A. practice. Moore's brothers, Avery, far left, and Derrick, background, joined uncle Dennis, right, at the WSU workout. Photo by Christopher Anderson/The Spokesman-Review
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Cougars, Leaf Find New Fans

1. Shawn McWashington signs autographs for two young fans. Photo by Christopher Anderson/The Spokesman-Review 2. Steve Gleason gets in the holiday mood at practice. Photo by Christopher Anderson/The Spokesman-Review 3. After leading DeJuan Gilmore (1) and the Cougars through their second practice in L.A., Ryan Leaf (16) obliged fans. Photo by Christopher Anderson/The Spokesman-Review
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Rollover Delays WSU’s Morais Girlfriend Apparently Injured In Accident

1. Washington State head coach Mike Price catches a whiff of the Los Angeles media while waiting for members of the Cougars to step off their charter Saturday at Los Angeles International Airport. Photo by Christopher Anderson/The Spokesman-Review 2. Morais 3. WSU coach Mike Price accepts gifts from well-wishers before boarding a charter for Los Angeles. Photo by Associated Press