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Gonzaga falls out of AP top 25

The Bulldogs are out of the Associated Press poll for the first time since 2016.

 

Gonzaga’s Domantas Sabonis (11) pulls down a pass in front of Syracuse’s Tyler Lydon (20) during the first half in a Sweet 16 matchup of the NCAA Tournament’s Midwest region at the United Center in Chicago on Friday, March 25, 2016. (Chris Sweda / Chicago Tribune / Tribune News Services)

Gonzaga honors Domantas Sabonis with jersey ceremony

Former Bulldog star honored on night Zags lose 103-99 to Santa Clara.

 

Defense lets Gonzaga down in OT loss to Oregon State

Gonzaga hasn’t had much luck in close games. Neither…

 

Gus Williams, who led Sonics to NBA championship, dies at 71

“The Wizard” was known for his combo of speed, athleticism and scoring ability.

Gonzaga moves up two spots to No. 16 in AP poll

Gonzaga continues to gain ground in the weekly Associated Press Top 25 with its unbeaten start to West Coast Conference play. Two days after an… Continue reading

Former WSU WR Jamire Calvin loses aunt, home in LA fires

Jamire Calvin’s heart dropped when he got the phone call. It was last Wednesday morning and Calvin found himself in the Pasadena Courtyard… Continue reading

Silvertips’ Carter Bear (11) reacts to a goal during a game between the Everett Silvertips and Tri-City Americans at the Angel of the Winds Arena on Sunday, Jan. 21, 2024. (Annie Barker / The Herald)

Tips Week in Review: Everett extends point streak to nine games

The Silvertips gained ground atop the WHL standings with wins against Spokane, Tri-City.

Silvertips’ Carter Bear (11) reacts to a goal during a game between the Everett Silvertips and Tri-City Americans at the Angel of the Winds Arena on Sunday, Jan. 21, 2024. (Annie Barker / The Herald)

Ryan Nembhard’s return guides Gonzaga to win over WSU

Senior guard overcomes first-half foul trouble to lead Bulldogs.

Dave Boling: Jimmy Rogers is the next man up in Pullman

New Cougars football coach can already see what WSU football is all about.

No. 18 Gonzaga separates from San Diego late in second half

Gonzaga picked up its fourth consecutive West Coast Conference win, delivering a comfortable final outcome after being tested deep into the second half… Continue reading

Gonzaga’s Nembhard named to Wooden Award Midseason list

The Wooden Award trophy made a pit stop at Gonzaga’s nonconference game on Dec. 28 against UCLA at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California. Ryan… Continue reading

WSU hires running backs coach Robbie Rouse

Cougars sign two more South Dakota State transfers and add another HS commit.

Michael Ajayi takes move to Gonzaga’s bench in stride

Senior wing vows to ‘Grab every rebound like it’s my last.’

Gonzaga keeps pedal down in blowout over Portland

Zags start 2-0 in conference.

Washington State Cougars quarterback Zevi Eckhaus (4) is tackled by Syracuse Orange linebacker Anwar Sparrow (12) and defensive lineman Denis Jaquez Jr. (11) during the Holiday Bowl at Snapdragon Stadium Friday, Dec. 27, 2024, in San Diego. (Scott Schild / sschild@syracuse.com / Tribunes News Services)

WSU QB reportedly withdraws from transfer portal

Zevi Eckhaus, who started the Holiday Bowl, is fifth Cougar to pull out of portal.

Washington State Cougars quarterback Zevi Eckhaus (4) is tackled by Syracuse Orange linebacker Anwar Sparrow (12) and defensive lineman Denis Jaquez Jr. (11) during the Holiday Bowl at Snapdragon Stadium Friday, Dec. 27, 2024, in San Diego. (Scott Schild / sschild@syracuse.com / Tribunes News Services)
Inglewood, CA - December 28: Gonzaga guard Khalif Battle, center, #99, fouls UCLA guard/forward Eric Dailey Jr., #3, and was ejected from the game in the first half of the 2024 West Coast Hoops Showdown at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood Saturday, Dec. 28, 2024. (Allen J. Schaben / Los Angeles Times / Tribunes New Services)

UCLA loss drops Gonzaga to No. 19 in AP poll

The Bulldogs have tumbled since being ranked third in November.

Inglewood, CA - December 28: Gonzaga guard Khalif Battle, center, #99, fouls UCLA guard/forward Eric Dailey Jr., #3, and was ejected from the game in the first half of the 2024 West Coast Hoops Showdown at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood Saturday, Dec. 28, 2024. (Allen J. Schaben / Los Angeles Times / Tribunes New Services)
Gonzaga's Domantas Sabonis (11) pulls down a pass in front of Syracuse's Tyler Lydon (20) during the first half in a Sweet 16 matchup of the NCAA Tournament's Midwest region at the United Center in Chicago on Friday, March 25, 2016. (Chris Sweda / Chicago Tribune / TNS)

Gonzaga basketball set to honor Domantas Sabonis

The former Bulldog’s jersey will join five others on the Kennel wall.

Gonzaga's Domantas Sabonis (11) pulls down a pass in front of Syracuse's Tyler Lydon (20) during the first half in a Sweet 16 matchup of the NCAA Tournament's Midwest region at the United Center in Chicago on Friday, March 25, 2016. (Chris Sweda / Chicago Tribune / TNS)

WSU hiring Jackrabbits’ Jimmy Rogers as next head football coach

The South Dakota State coach went 27-3 the past two seasons.

Gonzaga’s schedule required fitting puzzle pieces together

No. 14 Gonzaga play No. 22 UCLA Saturday

Gonzaga Bulldogs guard Ryan Nembhard (0) drives toward the hoop against St. Mary’s Gaels guard Augustas Marciulionis (3) during the first half of an NCAA college basketball championship game in the West Coast Conference men’s tournament at Orleans Arena on Tuesday, March 12, 2024, in Las Vegas. (Ellen Schmidt / Las Vegas Review-Journal / Tribune News Services)

Resurgent WCC set to challenge Gonzaga, Washington State

Additions bolster new-look West Coast Conference.

Gonzaga Bulldogs guard Ryan Nembhard (0) drives toward the hoop against St. Mary’s Gaels guard Augustas Marciulionis (3) during the first half of an NCAA college basketball championship game in the West Coast Conference men’s tournament at Orleans Arena on Tuesday, March 12, 2024, in Las Vegas. (Ellen Schmidt / Las Vegas Review-Journal / Tribune News Services)