The student voice of Washington State University since 1895

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

WSU quarterback Jayden de Laura (4) attempts to run around UW defensive back Asa Turner (20) during the Apple Cup at Husky Stadium, Friday, Nov. 26, 2021, in Seattle.

COMMENTARY: Mixed bag on continuation of Apple Cup

BRANDON WILLMAN, Multimedia editor November 25, 2023

Ever since UW announced its departure from the Pac-12 to the Big Ten, Saturday’s Apple Cup appeared to be the final bout between the two storied rivals outside of a potential future bowl game. While...

WSU quarterback Cameron Ward throws a pass during the Apple Cup, Nov. 26.

Bowl eligibility and spite; 2023 Apple Cup

LUKE WESTFALL, Evergreen sports co-editor November 24, 2023

With the looming destruction of the modern Pac-12, the Apple Cup is the only game guaranteed to continue. Still, the stakes could not be higher for the Cougs (5-6, 2-6 Pac-12) and the No. 4 Huskies (11-0,...

The WSU football team prepares to take the field before the Apple Cup, Nov. 26, 2021, at Husky Stadium in Seattle.

Can the Cougs even beat UW in Seattle?

BRANDON WILLMAN, Multimedia editor November 24, 2023

For the final time as Pac-12 Conference foes, WSU and UW will battle it out for bragging rights in the Boeing Apple Cup. In 2023, it will be played in Seattle, with the Huskies leading the all-time series...

Cam Ward runs at the 10-yard line as he looks to score on the ground, Nov. 17, in Pullman, Wash.

Cougs blew out Colorado, leaving even more questions about recent performances

BRANDON WILLMAN, Multimedia editor November 22, 2023

Six straight losses, the season seemed all but completely over. A 4-6 record with two tough opponents left on the schedule standing between the Cougs and a guaranteed spot in a bowl game. First, it was...

Brennan Jackson takes in everything about his senior night before getting two scoop and score against Colorado, Nov. 17, in Pullman, Wash.

WSU vs Colorado: the perfect senior night send-off

BRANDON WILLMAN, Multimedia editor November 21, 2023

Leave no doubt.  That was the sentiment that senior defensive linemen Brennan Jackson and Ron Stone Jr. had for their team ahead of their senior night. It seemed like it was going to be a battle,...

Gesa Field at Martin Stadium ahead of WSU and Colorados bout, Nov. 17 in Pullman, Wash.

Through the Lens: WSU dominates on their senior night

BRANDON WILLMAN, Multimedia editor November 21, 2023

Ahead of their final home game of the 2023 season, the WSU football season celebrated their seniors. Double-digit seniors were recognized, including notable names like Brennan Jackson and Ron Stone Jr.,...

Bo Nix warms up his arm prior to taking on the Cougs, Oct. 21, in Eugene, Oregon.

Willman’s Heisman ranking – week 12

BRANDON WILLMAN, Multimedia editor November 20, 2023

There have been 12 weeks of the 2023 NCAAF season already played and now two players sit head and shoulders above the rest of the competition in the Heisman race. While Michael Penix Jr. looked to be a...

Kyle Williams does Shedeur Sanders celebration as the Cougs dominante the Buffaloes in a Friday night blowout, Nov. 17, in Pullman, Wash.

Nearing the end – NCAA week 12

BRANDON WILLMAN, Multimedia editor November 20, 2023

Rivalry week is just one week away and we are so close to finding who the four teams that will make up the College Football Playoff are. It already has been a very fun season, but the popcorn should still...

WSU senior cornerback Cam Lampkin celebrates with teammates Kapena Gushiken and Jackson Lataimua during an NCAA football game and senior night against Colorado, Nov. 17, in GESA Field in Pullman, Wash.

Cougs roll Colorado back to Boulder on senior night

LUKE WESTFALL, Evergreen sports co-editor November 19, 2023

Anytime Deion Sanders comes to town there is going to be plenty of media attention, but the attention was on the Cougs (5-6, 2-6) Friday night as they dismantled the Buffaloes (4-7, 1-7) 56-14.  The...

WSU volleyball coach Jen Greeny talks with her players during an NCAA volleyball match against UW, Nov. 25.

WSU’s greatest athletes: from football to volleyball

BRANDON WILLMAN, Multimedia editor November 16, 2023

For over a century, WSU has fielded top-level athletic programs for student-athletes across the country. For years, these athletes have found success both in Pullman and professionally, whether nationally...

WSU defensive edge Ron Stone Jr. (10) celebrates with fans after a win at a college football game  on Oct. 9, 2021, at Martin Stadium in Pullman.

Senior spotlight; celebrating WSU football seniors

LUKE WESTFALL, Evergreen sports co-editor November 16, 2023

WSU will honor 17 seniors Friday night when they take on the Colorado Buffaloes. Despite a six-game losing streak coming in, the meaning of the players to the program, and to head coach Jake Dickert is...

WSU defensive back Derrick Langford Jr. jumps over UW wide receiver JaLynn Polk during the Apple Cup, Nov. 26.

Huskies-Cougs, rivals to the very bitter end

BRANDON WILLMAN, Multimedia editor November 15, 2023

Whether you attend University of Washington or go to WSU, you know about the historic rivalry of the “Apple Cup” and the bragging rights it brings. But, the rivalry between the two schools runs far...

Load More Stories