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[caption id="" align="alignnone" width="1504"] The Washington State Cougars have named Caden Pinnick as their starting quarterback for Week 1 against the Washington Huskies in the annual Apple Cup. [https://www.emeraldcityspectrum.com/caption] Washington State has its starting quarterback for the 2026
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[caption id="" align="alignnone" width="4219"] Washington State Cougars defensive lineman Soni Finau (53) celebrates after a play against the Oregon State Beavers in the second half at Gesa Field at Martin Stadium. Washington State Cougars won 32-8. Mandatory Credit: James Snook-Imagn
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As fall camp rolls along, Emerald City Spectrum is giving you the rundown on what you need to know before the Washington State Cougars open the 2026 season against Washington in the annual Apple Cup. Washington State enters the season with a completely new coaching staff at the top, led
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With just under a month until Washington State opens the 2026 season, there are plenty of new faces on the Cougars’ defense. Washington State enters the season with a new coaching staff led by head coach Kirby Moore and defensive coordinator Trent Bray. The Cougars also saw significant turnover on
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[caption id="" align="alignnone" width="750"] Coming from France to Pullman, the Washington State Cougars signed big man Mohamed Sankhe to complete their 2026-27 roster. [https://www.emeraldcityspectrum.com/caption] Washington State has officially added the final piece to its 2026-27 men’
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With about a month until Washington State kicks off the 2026 season, it's time to take a look at some of the new faces on the offensive side of the ball. A new coaching staff usually brings plenty of roster turnover in today's college football landscape,
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[caption id="" align="alignnone" width="4874"] Washington State Cougars head football coach Kirby Moore speaks during a basketball game against the Gonzaga Bulldogs in the first half at Friel Court at Beasley Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: James Snook-Imagn Images [https://www.emeraldcityspectrum.com/caption]
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College athletics entered a new era this summer as the NCAA officially adopted its new "5-for-5" eligibility model. The rule is one of the biggest changes to college sports in decades, replacing the traditional four seasons of competition with a much simpler system. Student-athletes now
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A familiar foe for many of its new rivals, including the Washington State Cougars, the San Diego State Aztecs enter the rebuilt Pac-12 as one of the conference's top additions. While the Aztecs are best known for their basketball success, they have consistently fielded competitive programs in
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A former member of the Mountain West, the Utah State Aggies will be among the newcomers set to join the rebuilt Pac-12 this season. While the Aggies may not carry the national brand recognition of some schools, few programs outside the Power Four have been as consistently competitive in
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Washington State continued to build for the future with the commitment of Bothell guard Jaylen McLaughlin, one of the top basketball prospects in the Evergreen State and now a member of the 2027 recruiting class. The in-state standout announced his commitment to the Cougars, giving Washington State a quality
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[caption id="" align="alignnone" width="3975"] Boise State Broncos linebacker Marco Notarainni (53) tackles Washington State Cougars quarterback John Mateer (10) during the second half at Albertsons Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brian Losness-Imagn Images [https://www.emeraldcityspectrum.com/caption] Just two years removed from