
Alumni Coaches Lead Eastern Washington Football Revival
A decade‑low winning season has prompted Eastern Washington to lean on its own graduates, with head coach Aaron Best and a cadre of alumni forging a new path toward competitiveness.
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A decade‑low winning season has prompted Eastern Washington to lean on its own graduates, with head coach Aaron Best and a cadre of alumni forging a new path toward competitiveness.

The Eagles posted a 3.46 cumulative GPA, with 52 players above 3.0 and three perfect 4.0 scores, earning numerous academic accolades.

The Vikings open the 2026 season at home against Oregon, then tackle a rugged schedule that includes road tests against UNLV, California Baptist and San Diego State, before diving into Big Sky play.

The National Association of Basketball Coaches recognizes Eastern Washington University for its outstanding academic performance, highlighting eight student‑athletes who earned NABC Honors Court honors.

Single-game tickets for the 2026 Eastern Washington Eagles football season are now on sale, highlighting six home contests including rivalry games and a showdown with defending FCS champion Montana State.

Eastern Washington announces the promotion of Michael Jorge to Video Coordinator, highlighting his two‑year tenure as Head Student Manager, his educational background, and his future plans to pursue a master's degree while integrating AI into sports video analysis.

Noah Riley, brother of Washington State basketball coach David Riley, has climbed from a Ravens research intern to a Giants quality‑control coach, leveraging a self‑published playbook and deep family ties to football.
Central Kitsap senior Leo Bosh dazzled at the Battle at the Bay 7‑on‑7 tournament, leading his team to the semifinals and showcasing the versatility that could earn him Division I college offers.

The Lumberjacks enter 2026 with high preseason poll placements, a new quarterback on the watch list, and a marquee showdown against the defending national champion.

Eastern Washington football begins its fall camp on July 29, 2024, with a public scrimmage slated for August 13 and a season‑opening road game against Northern Arizona in Flagstaff.

The Lumberjacks have released their full 2026 men’s soccer calendar, highlighting eight home contests, a series of exhibition games and a demanding road stretch that culminates in the conference tournament in Missoula.

Eastern Washington’s defense boasts two preseason All‑American honorees as the 2026 campaign approaches, setting the stage for a promising start.

Washington State University's football program receives extensive preseason accolades from Athlon Sports, highlighting key returning players and impactful transfers.

A look at how a Pacific Northwest household turned two decades of road trips into a global basketball saga, featuring Tanner, Jake and Dylynn Groves and their supportive parents.

A Spokane jury awarded $17 million to the families of two teenagers assaulted during a 2023 football camp, citing racial harassment and district negligence.

Eastern Washington University has appointed Kendall Moore as its new Director of Player Development for the men's basketball team, bringing a diverse playing background and leadership experience to the program.

A Black former student’s testimony reveals a pattern of racism, physical assault and institutional silence, prompting a massive damages claim.

Eastern Washington University President Shari McMahan, a licensed step aerobics instructor, recently led a fitness class for the university's football team, highlighting her commitment to student well‑being and creating a unique bonding experience.

The University of Washington basketball program is assembling a blend of familiar faces, new transfers and international prospects while navigating a series of health challenges that have reshaped the roster.

The University of Utah men’s basketball program is turning its focus to the 2026‑27 season, hoping to rebound from a campaign that left it at the bottom of the Big 12 standings.

The university revealed its full 2026 women's soccer calendar, highlighting early non‑conference matches, a series of road trips and the start of Big Sky Conference play.

Two consecutive undefeated campaigns, 29‑0 records and 4A state titles have secured a place for the Ferris High School basketball teams of 2006‑07 and 2007‑08 in the Hooptown Hall of Fame, a tribute that will be marked in 2026.

The civil case against the Mead School District is set to begin Monday, with a Spokane County jury poised to assess the financial penalties the district may owe former football players who say they were hazed and discriminated against.

University of Northern Colorado head coach Ed Lamb and two key players will attend the Big Sky Conference's annual football kickoff weekend in Spokane, Washington, where they will take part in a Hall of Fame gala, press events, and season‑opening preview activities.