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The Daily Evergreen

The student voice of Washington State University since 1895

The Daily Evergreen

The student voice of Washington State University since 1895

The Daily Evergreen

Redshirt junior running back James Williams II slept in motel rooms, churches and the back of a car for nearly a year while his family made the transition to living in California. “What we had was nothing, but at the same time we made the most of it,” he said.

Finding a way out

DYLAN GREENE, Evergreen deputy sports editor September 7, 2018

A bed in a Motel 6, the backseat of a Chevrolet TrailBlazer and the floor of a church: all places James Williams II had to sleep and call home for about a year as his family made the transition from Toledo,...

Sophomore linebacker Dominick Silvels, No. 20, lines up to rush the kicker attempting a field goal during a scrimmage Aug. 18 in Martin Stadium.

Silvels, Taylor both ready to step up

JACKSON GARDNER, Evergreen reporter September 4, 2018

The question of who would replace former linebacker Frankie Luvu at the rush linebacker position. May have been put to rest. In fact, there might be a new, but entirely different question: who do you...

Sophomore safety Chad Davis Jr., left, and junior wide receiver Calvin Jackson Jr., right, both played for Independence CC last season, and were a part of the Netflix documentary series “Last Chance U.”

From ‘Last Chance U’ to Wazzu

JACKSON GARDNER, Evergreen reporter August 20, 2018

From high school ball on Florida’s southern shores to playing at a junior college in Independence, Kansas, it seems fitting that the next stop for junior wide receiver Calvin Jackson Jr. and sophomore...

Senior outfielder Blake Clanton received the Oviatt-Lang Award on May 4 for his efforts in the weight room.

Clanton leaves legacy of dedication as career nears end

RYAN BLAKE, Evergreen reporter May 24, 2018

Four years of hard work behind the scenes culminated in peak performance on the field and recognition off of it. That’s the legacy WSU senior outfielder Blake Clanton leaves behind for future players...

Senior first baseman James Rudkin waits on first base after batting in a single against Santa Clara University.

Leaving behind a better team

RYAN BLAKE, Evergreen reporter May 4, 2018

In its third year under Head Coach Marty Lees, WSU baseball has adopted a mantra — leave it better than when you got here. It’s something senior James Rudkin has focused on in his final season. “I...

Bree Wanderscheid talks about her lengthy 3-hour golf practice routine where she practices putting, chipping and driving.

Wanderscheid finds balance in senior season

COLIN CONNOLLY, Evergreen reporter May 4, 2018

Senior Bree Wanderscheid’s career came to an end last week with the conclusion of the women’s golf Pac-12 Championships in Seattle. Looking back, Wanderscheid said she will remember all the development...

WSU rowing competes for the Fawley Cup on the Snake River on April 28.

Morrow looks to end career with ‘an epic finish’

JACKSON GARDNER, Evergreen reporter May 4, 2018

Long before senior oarswoman Emily Morrow sat in the stroke seat for WSU at the 2017 NCAA Championships, she modestly characterized herself as simply, “a girl from Canada.” “This opportunity as...

Cole Smith aims his javelin while demonstrating how he throws April 24 at Mooberry Track.

‘Just seeing where the road takes me’

AVERY COOPER, Evergreen reporter May 4, 2018

Under the hot California sun and with some speed in his step, redshirt senior Cole Smith launched the javelin a lifetime best 222 feet. The feat is a microcosm of Smith’s character and his story at...

Graduate student Drick Bernstine, left, embraces then-redshirt freshman guard Milan Acquaah moments after a game against Oregon on March 1 at Beasley Coliseum.

‘I have given Washington State everything I have’

DYLAN GREENE, Evergreen deputy sports editor May 4, 2018

Tears streamed down Drick Bernstine’s face as exhaustion set in. Eyes blurred, Bernstine found his way to a shower in the 24 Hour Fitness bathroom. He reached for the handle, pulled it down and water...

Senior Barbora Michalkova pulls back to return the ball during her match against California on April 14 a Hollingbery Fieldhouse.

Senior reaches peak performance in final season

RYAN MOSHER, Evergreen reporter May 4, 2018

Senior Barbora Michalkova’s time on the tennis court has come to an end. The Czech Republic native has finished her NCAA eligibility. Michalkova said she will miss everything about playing for the Cougars,...

Freshman infielder Mason De La Cruz discusses leading the Cougars in the future and his aspirations for the team this season.

Fielding his way to legacy

AVERY COOPER, Evergreen reporter April 27, 2018

After a game or a long practice, freshman infielder Mason De La Cruz goes to his locker, where he is surrounded with experience. On his left are junior infielder Justin Harrer and senior outfielder...

Redshirt junior Amani Brown roars as he completes the final turn of his weight throw at the Cougar Indoor on Feb. 2.

Proving his worth despite odds

RYAN BLAKE, Evergreen reporter April 19, 2018

Sometimes coaches know talent when they see it. That was the case for Amani Brown, a redshirt junior hammer thrower on the WSU track and field team. Brown walked on the team as a freshman, having never...

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