Ashley Davis Astera Tuhina leads WSU into the semis. Another trademark third quarter helped lead the Washington State Cougars past the Pacific Tigers 73-62. WSU outscored Pacific 20-10 in the third frame, taking the lead with 6:18 remaining and never reliquinishing it. Veteran guard Astera Tuhina led the Cougs with a season-high 18 points. Freshman forward Dayana Mendes … [Read more...] about WSU takes down Pacific 73-62, advances to WCC semi-finals
WSU men’s run in WCC tournament ends in quarterfinals, losing to USF 86-75
Kyle Terada-Imagn Images The season likely comes to a close in Las Vegas. The Washington State Cougars season likely came to a close on Sunday night after losing to the San Francisco Dons 86-75 in the WCC quarterfinals. Despite a 26-point performance from Ethan Price, 20 from LeJuan Watts, and a double double from Nate Calmese, it wasn’t enough to keep WSU in the WCC … [Read more...] about WSU men’s run in WCC tournament ends in quarterfinals, losing to USF 86-75
WSU advances to WCC quarterfinals, defeating LMU 94-77
James Snook-Imagn Images A big game from the senior keeps WSU in the WCC tournament. The Washington State Cougars will be moving on to the WCC quarterfinals after defeating the Loyola Marymount Lions, 94-77. WSU (19-13) will take on the San Francisco Dons at 8pm on Sunday for the right to move onto the semi-finals. It was the Cougar veterans who got it done in their … [Read more...] about WSU advances to WCC quarterfinals, defeating LMU 94-77
Did David Riley deserve a contract extension?
James Snook-Imagn Images Washington State Athletic Director Anne McCoy this week announced one year contract extensions to both Kamie Ethridge and David Riley, locking them in through the 2030-31 seasons. Ethridge has been a consistent winner in the last four season and has guided he squad to three NCAA Tournament appearances and the WBIT semifinals. One more win in the … [Read more...] about Did David Riley deserve a contract extension?
Crunching the numbers on WSU’s chances in the WCC tournament
Kirby Lee-Imagn Images What are the numbers telling us about WSU’s path to a March Madness auto-bid? With the calendar now officially turned over to March, it is time for postseason college basketball. This year’s postseason looks much different than any other year for the Washington State Cougars. WSU will be making their first appearance in the WCC tournament, which … [Read more...] about Crunching the numbers on WSU’s chances in the WCC tournament