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DYLAN GREENE

DYLAN GREENE, Evergreen deputy sports editor

Dylan Greene is a journalism and media production major from Stanwood. He started as the football beat reporter in the fall of 2017 and midway through that semester he was promoted to Assistant Sports Editor. He served as the Sports Editor for the 2018 spring semester and  was Editor-in-Chief for the 2018 summer and fall semesters.

All content by DYLAN GREENE
Dylan Greene has worked at The Daily Evergreen for two years, filling the roles of a reporter, an editor and an editor-in-chief over that time. He details not only how he found family and friends here, but a home.

Senior made my home at the Evergreen

DYLAN GREENE, Evergreen deputy sports editor
May 2, 2019
The flood on Grand Avenue left Rollys ice cream damaged by water and mud. Community members helped to make repairs.

Rollys looks for help after flood

DYLAN GREENE, Evergreen deputy sports editor
April 15, 2019
A group of six WSU sport management students launched the 3 FOR 3 Burpee Challenge on March 3 and have raised about $10,000 so far for Hilinski’s Hope. They will be hosting a free event from 2-4 p.m. Friday on top of the Holland-Terrell Library.

‘Asking for help is a sign of strength, not weakness’

DYLAN GREENE, Evergreen deputy sports editor
April 11, 2019
Jonathan O'Brien, who owns Cave Cutz in town, snaps a photo of his view from his car as he floats down the flooded Grand Avenue.

‘It’s definitely not my fault I got hit by a river’

DYLAN GREENE, Evergreen deputy sports editor
April 10, 2019
Junior forward Jeff Pollard attempts to score in the second half against California State University Northridge on Nov. 27 at Beasley Coliseum.

Jeff Pollard decides to stay at WSU

DYLAN GREENE, Evergreen deputy sports editor
April 9, 2019
WSU’s third varsity eight competes in a regatta against four other teams March 24 on the Snake River.

WSU’s second varsity four captures gold in San Diego

DYLAN GREENE, Evergreen deputy sports editor
April 7, 2019
Then-freshman infielder Kyle Manzardo waits for an incoming pitch, March 28, 2019.

Manzardo earns starting role in first year at WSU

DYLAN GREENE, Evergreen deputy sports editor
March 28, 2019
Kyle Smith receives 6 year contract to become men's basketball head coach

Kyle Smith receives 6 year contract to become men’s basketball head coach

DYLAN GREENE, Evergreen deputy sports editor
March 27, 2019
Director of Athletics Pat Chun addresses ASWSU asking for their vocal support Jan. 9 at the CUB.

Athletics looks to increase budget for fiscal year by $500,000

DYLAN GREENE, Evergreen deputy sports editor
March 27, 2019

Reports: San Francisco’s Kyle Smith expected to be named men’s basketball head coach

DYLAN GREENE, Evergreen deputy sports editor
March 26, 2019
Freshman Yang Lee celebrates a point scored during doubles play against BYU on Feb. 22 in Hollingbery Fieldhouse.

No. 33 WSU tennis sweeps Boise State at home

DYLAN GREENE, Evergreen deputy sports editor
March 23, 2019
Junior guard Carter Skaggs goes in for the layup during the first half of the game against the Bruins on Jan. 30 at Beasley Coliseum.

Carter Skaggs enters name into NCAA transfer portal

DYLAN GREENE, Evergreen deputy sports editor
March 20, 2019
Redshirt sophomore quarterback Connor Neville is transferring from WSU and will be eligible to play immediately due to a "run off waiver."

Quarterback Connor Neville to transfer from WSU

DYLAN GREENE, Evergreen deputy sports editor
March 18, 2019
Senior Hikaru Sato returns a ball during doubles play against Seattle U on Feb. 22 inside Hollingbery Fieldhouse.

No. 31 Cougar tennis claims two wins in Nebraska

DYLAN GREENE, Evergreen deputy sports editor
March 3, 2019
Sophomore infielder Garrett Gouldsmith hits the ball in the scrimmage against Gonzaga University on Oct. 21 at Bailey-Brayton Field.

Baseball crushes Wolf Pack by 14 runs in Reno

DYLAN GREENE, Evergreen deputy sports editor
February 28, 2019
Then-freshman infielder Kodie Kolden prepares for an at-bat.

‘Ahead of his time’

DYLAN GREENE, Evergreen deputy sports editor
February 28, 2019
The WSU football team runs onto the field before the San Jose State game Sept. 8 at Martin Stadium.

Leach adds pair of coaches to his staff

DYLAN GREENE, Evergreen deputy sports editor
February 26, 2019
Freshman right-handed pitcher Brandon White winds up to throw the ball in the scrimmage against Gonzaga University on Oct. 21 at Bailey-Brayton Field.

Brandon White named Pac-12 Pitcher of the Week

DYLAN GREENE, Evergreen deputy sports editor
February 26, 2019
The WSU baseball team celebrating victory in the first game of a double header on March 11, 2017 at Bailey-Brayton field.

Baseball moves home-opening series to Reno due to snow

DYLAN GREENE, Evergreen deputy sports editor
February 25, 2019
Freshman forward Shir Levy attempts to dribble past a Colorado defender during a game Friday at the CU Events Center in Boulder.

Cougars comeback falls short in Utah

DYLAN GREENE, Evergreen deputy sports editor
February 24, 2019
WSU Head Coach Mike Leach yells from the sideline during a game against Stanford in Martin Stadium on Oct. 31, 2017.

Leach to teach leadership seminar at WSU

DYLAN GREENE, Evergreen deputy sports editor
February 22, 2019
Freshman forward CJ Elleby dribbles the ball against Colorado on Wednesday at Beasley Coliseum.

Cougs battle reeling Utes

DYLAN GREENE, Evergreen deputy sports editor
February 22, 2019
Then-redshirt junior goalkeeper Ella Dederick makes a save during a game against No. 14 Nebraska on Sept. 1, 2017.

Dederick receives sixth-year of eligibility

DYLAN GREENE, Evergreen deputy sports editor
February 13, 2019
Senior forward Robert Franks stares at a USC player as he waits for the player to throw the ball in during a game against USC on Feb. 2 at Beasley Coliseum.

Franks receives conference, national recognition for Cougars sweep in Arizona

DYLAN GREENE, Evergreen deputy sports editor
February 11, 2019
Eastern Washington redshirt senior quarterback Gage Gubrud looks for an open receiver downfield during a game between WSU and EWU on Sept. 15 at Martin Stadium.

NCAA approves Gubrud’s medical redshirt

DYLAN GREENE, Evergreen deputy sports editor
February 10, 2019
Emmanuel Wells Jr. says he isn’t putting a cap on what he can accomplish. “My goal is just to be the fastest sprinter of all time in the history of Washington State,” he said.

No limit, all the glory

DYLAN GREENE, Evergreen deputy sports editor
February 8, 2019
Sophomore small forward Marvin Cannon speaks of his family and describes the difficulties his mom Dante endured as a single parent raising him and his brother Tuesday afternoon in Bohler Gym. WSU was the first Division I school Cannon got an offer from.

‘I’ve always felt like the underdog’

DYLAN GREENE, Evergreen deputy sports editor
January 31, 2019
WSU Head Coach Mike Leach signals from the sidelines during the Alamo Bowl on Dec. 28 in San Antonio.

Leach to remain with WSU through 2023

DYLAN GREENE, Evergreen deputy sports editor
January 30, 2019
Redshirt junior wide receiver Kainoa Wilson celebrates after forcing a fumble on a kickoff during a game against Eastern Washington on Sept. 15 at Martin Stadium.

Wide receiver Kainoa Wilson leaves football team

DYLAN GREENE, Evergreen deputy sports editor
January 28, 2019

WSU linebackers coach leaves for Oregon

DYLAN GREENE, Evergreen deputy sports editor
January 22, 2019
WSU freshman Yang Lee awaits a serve during her doubles match against Idaho last Saturday at Hollingbery Fieldhouse.

Hart earns 250th career victory

DYLAN GREENE, Evergreen deputy sports editor
January 18, 2019
In the year since Tyler’s death, the Hilinski family has raised over $300,000 for student-athlete mental health and continued to tell the former WSU quarterback’s story. “The support has been absolutely incredible,” said Tyler’s mom, Kym.

Hilinskis remember Tyler one year later

DYLAN GREENE, Evergreen deputy sports editor
January 16, 2019
WSU Crimson Girls dance on the field Sept. 8 at the football game against San Jose State in Martin Stadium.

WSU cheer squad, Crimson Girls will compete at nationals

DYLAN GREENE, Evergreen deputy sports editor
January 15, 2019
From left: Mark, Ryan and Kym Hilinski hold up three fingers in honor of Tyler Hilinski as members of Hilinski’s Hope raise the flag before the first home football game of the season Sept. 8, 2018 at Martin Stadium.

Hilinski’s Hope partners with NCAA to promote mental health

DYLAN GREENE, Evergreen deputy sports editor
January 14, 2019
Then-junior Katelyn Frost competes in the pole vault during a dual track meet against University of Washington on April 28 at Mooberry Track.

Track claims 11 victories to open indoor season

DYLAN GREENE, Evergreen deputy sports editor
January 13, 2019
Minshew, Weaver nominated for Seattle Sports Star of the Year

Minshew, Weaver nominated for Seattle Sports Star of the Year

DYLAN GREENE, Evergreen deputy sports editor
January 10, 2019
Junior outside hitter Taylor Mims prepares to serve UW during a game Sept. 20, 2017 at Bohler Gym.

Taylor Mims signs professional contract with team in Spain

DYLAN GREENE, Evergreen deputy sports editor
January 10, 2019
Corey Allen, a junior track and field athlete, talks about his experience as part of WSU’s team. Allen said his biggest motivation in the sport is his brother, who was also a track and field athlete at WSU.

Passing on the baton

DYLAN GREENE, Evergreen deputy sports editor
January 10, 2019
Bob Paine restored the 1968 Volkswagen Beetle pictured above and turned it into a symbol of Cougar pride. The bug appeared on the set of ESPN's College GameDay when it came to Pullman on Oct. 20.

Beetle reborn with Cougar pride

DYLAN GREENE, Evergreen deputy sports editor
January 8, 2019
Former WSU head football coach Dennis Erickson was named to the College Football Hall of Fame on Monday.

Former WSU football coach Dennis Erickson named to CFB Hall of Fame

DYLAN GREENE, Evergreen deputy sports editor
January 7, 2019
Redshirt junior running back James Williams attempts to leap over San Jose State senior cornerback John Toussaint on Sept. 8 in Martin Stadium.

James Williams declares for NFL draft

DYLAN GREENE, Evergreen deputy sports editor
January 5, 2019
Head Coach Jen Greeny laughs while talking to senior outside hitter Taylor Mims in the game against Utah on Sep. 28 in Bohler Gym.

Jen Greeny receives new contract

DYLAN GREENE, Evergreen deputy sports editor
January 4, 2019
The WSU football team runs onto field before the start of the game against Cal on Nov. 3 in Martin Stadium.

Cougars welcome recruits to Pullman as early signing period opens

DYLAN GREENE, Evergreen deputy sports editor
December 19, 2018
Then-redshirt freshman forward Arinze Chidom attempts a layup Nov. 15, 2017 at Beasley Coliseum.

Chidom transfers from WSU men’s basketball team

DYLAN GREENE, Evergreen deputy sports editor
December 14, 2018
Kevin Molton, Darrien’s dad, said his son is looking forward to taking on UW in the Apple Cup and is desperate for a victory. “I think he wants it as bad as anything he’s ever wanted in his life,” he said.

Once a Coug, always a Coug

DYLAN GREENE, Evergreen deputy sports editor
November 22, 2018
WSU impact players

[Photo] WSU’s impact players

TAYLOR DUNLAP, Evergreen sports editor
November 22, 2018
Senior left tackle Andre Dillard didn’t start playing football until eighth grade, but he has a good reason for eventually taking an interest in the sport. “I thought it would make me cool,” he joked.

‘The start of my goodbye’

DYLAN GREENE, Evergreen deputy sports editor
November 16, 2018
Redshirt junior quarterback Trey Tinsley fell in love with Pullman right away and doesn’t regret coming to WSU. “I wouldn’t want to go to school anywhere else,” he said.

Following in his father’s footsteps

DYLAN GREENE, Evergreen deputy sports editor
November 1, 2018
Senior wide receiver Kyle Sweet played soccer until he was about 8 years old before trying out football. Sweet contemplated quitting in his first season but his parents wouldn’t let him. “They said if you’re going to start something … it’s not OK to quit halfway through,” he said.

A late start, but a Sweet finish

DYLAN GREENE, Evergreen deputy sports editor
October 18, 2018
Allen had the School for Global Animal Health named in his honor after he donated $26 million to WSU in 2010.

Paul G. Allen passes away

RYAN MOSHER and DYLAN GREENE
October 15, 2018
Graduate transfer quarterback Gardner Minshew II celebrates after the Cougars’ victory against Utah on Saturday at Martin Stadium.

A different shade of crimson

DYLAN GREENE, Evergreen deputy sports editor
September 27, 2018
Jason Gesser, pictured here at a Cougar Athletic Fund event in 2015, was the subject of an Office for Equal Opportunity inquiry in January 2018 regarding complaints of sexual misconduct.

Jason Gesser resigns amid new sexual misconduct allegations

IAN SMAY and DYLAN GREENE
September 18, 2018
Alyssa Wold, now Alyssa Bodeau and former WSU volleyball player, claims Jason Gesser groped her and made unwanted attempts to kiss her without her consent.

Former WSU volleyball player claims Jason Gesser groped her, attempted to kiss her without consent

IAN SMAY and DYLAN GREENE
September 17, 2018
Senior nickel Hunter Dale received about 30 scholarship offers and planned on attending University of Florida before a series of unforeseen events led him to Pullman. “Once I figured out I was coming here, it was perfect,” he said.

An unexpected journey

DYLAN GREENE, Evergreen deputy sports editor
September 13, 2018

Behind the press: The Jason Gesser Investigation

IAN SMAY and DYLAN GREENE
September 13, 2018
Jason Gesser, pictured here at a Cougar Athletic Fund event in 2015, was the subject of an Office for Equal Opportunity inquiry in January 2018 regarding complaints of sexual misconduct.

Records show numerous allegations of sexual misconduct against Jason Gesser

IAN SMAY and DYLAN GREENE
September 13, 2018
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 6, 2018
Jason Gesser, left, and Matt Chazanow co-emcee the Cougar Athletic Fund’s Cougar Kickoff event at the start of the 2015-16 fall sports season.

Brink replaces Gesser as radio analyst

DYLAN GREENE, Evergreen deputy sports editor
August 24, 2018
Daily Evergreen Editor-in-Chief Dylan Greene lays out pages for production on Monday in The Daily Evergreen newsroom.

Letter from the editor: A journey born from a rival

DYLAN GREENE, Evergreen deputy sports editor
August 20, 2018

Two players leave football team

DYLAN GREENE, Evergreen deputy sports editor
August 12, 2018
WSU football kicks off fall camp 2 p.m. Friday at Rogers Field and Martin Stadium.

Leach wants to name starting quarterback prior to season opener

DYLAN GREENE, Evergreen deputy sports editor
August 2, 2018
Bryan Blair reportedly set to leave WSU to become Toledo's next athletics director.

WSU hires senior administrative staff member

DYLAN GREENE, Evergreen deputy sports editor
July 31, 2018
WSU swimming participates in a meet against University of Arizona on Oct. 14, 2017 at Gibb Pool.

Cougars hire new swimming coach

DYLAN GREENE, Evergreen deputy sports editor
July 19, 2018
Peter Zornes, a WSU grad, was killed in a double murder-suicide in Pullman on Dec. 10, 2005. He was 25 years old.

‘A beacon of light in so many ways’

DYLAN GREENE, Evergreen deputy sports editor
July 11, 2018
Cynthia Gleason, an assistant professor in the Department of Plant Pathology, explains how cyst nematodes infected this sugar beet plant in a Johnson Hall research lab Friday. This particular plant will be used as a demonstration in one of her classes.

Researchers combat costly parasitic worm

DYLAN GREENE, Evergreen deputy sports editor
July 2, 2018
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Doctoral student Maher Amer smiles as he finishes 3-D printing a mold for the hydrogel inside the Engineering Teaching and Research Lab building Tuesday. Amer said he was suprised this mold printed. “It’s a process,” he said. “We keep repeating it, but it actually printed.”

Finding an efficient way to treat blindness

DYLAN GREENE, Evergreen deputy sports editor
June 27, 2018
Students and locals gather to sing the WSU Alma Mater, “Washington, My Washington,” to pay respects to Tyler Hilinski at the Cougar Pride statue Jan. 17, 2018.

Autopsy reveals Hilinski had CTE

DYLAN GREENE, Evergreen deputy sports editor
June 26, 2018
Candles, flowers, cougar memorabilia and a copy of the Daily Evergreen recapping the football game against Boise State University during which Tyler Hilinski led the Cougars to a comeback victory were some of the items left by mourning community members at a memorial in front of the Cougar statue on Jan. 17, 2018.

Spring game returns to Pullman with goal of raising mental health awareness

DYLAN GREENE, Evergreen deputy sports editor
June 8, 2018
The proposed athletics budget will be decided on by the Board of Regents on Friday as the department attempts to address their deficit.

Regents to vote on new athletics budget plan

DYLAN GREENE and IAN SMAY
June 6, 2018
Senior distance runner Devon Bortfeld competes in the women's 3000 meter steeplechase during the WSU-UW dual on April 28 at Mooberry Track.and Field Complex.

Several Cougars head to Eugene for NCAA Championships

DYLAN GREENE, Evergreen deputy sports editor
June 5, 2018
Former WSU kicker Jason Hanson made 19 field goals of 50-plus yards during his time as a Cougar.

Former WSU kicker named on college Hall of Fame ballot

DYLAN GREENE, Evergreen deputy sports editor
June 4, 2018
WSU Athletics will present a budget plan to address the deficit facing the department in front of the WSU Board of Regents June 7-8.

Athletics budgets 27 percent increase in revenue, record ticket sales, higher fees

IAN SMAY and DYLAN GREENE
May 31, 2018
Forward Robert Franks led the Cougars in scoring last season and has decided to return for his senior season.

Franks returns for senior season

DYLAN GREENE, Evergreen deputy sports editor
May 30, 2018
Palouse Road Runners members Ben Calabretta, left, Cara Hawkins-Jedlicka, Nicholas Potter and Carole Williams warm up prior to their weekly workout at the Dan O’Brien Track and Field Complex in Moscow.

Dedicated to giving back to local youth

DYLAN GREENE, Evergreen deputy sports editor
May 23, 2018
Dan Antoni named this train car in front of the depot “Spirit of Meghan,” in honor of his daughter.

Historical Society aims to restore Pullman depot

DYLAN GREENE, Evergreen deputy sports editor
May 23, 2018
Straub comes to Pullman after serving as the associate director of development for Ohio State University.

Chun hires new Cougar Athletic Fund director

DYLAN GREENE, Evergreen deputy sports editor
May 23, 2018
Then-Outreach Coordinator Gabriella Ramos, left, and then Editor-in-Chief Madison Jackson embrace after the Student Media fee passed on March 7.

Evergreen named top three student newspaper in nation

DYLAN GREENE, Evergreen deputy sports editor
May 21, 2018
WSU Cougar football and cheerleading teams rush onto the field at the start of the game against Boise State University at Martin Stadium on Sept. 9.

Freshman All-American transfers to WSU

DYLAN GREENE, Evergreen deputy sports editor
May 17, 2018
Members of the WSU rowing team compete in the Head of the Lake in Seattle earlier this year.

Rowing earns at-large bid to NCAA Championships

DYLAN GREENE, Evergreen deputy sports editor
May 15, 2018
Candles, flowers and memorabilia were some of the items left by mourning community members at the foot of the Cougar statue during a memorial hosted by the Cougar Marching Band on Jan. 17, 2018, the day after Hilinski’s death.

Creating an open dialogue, honoring Hilinski

DYLAN GREENE, Evergreen deputy sports editor
May 9, 2018
Redshirt senior hurdler/multi-event performer Alissa Brooks-Johnson wins the women’s 4x100 meter relay as the anchor for the WSU team, adding points toward the women’s win during the WSU-UW Dual on April 28 at Mooberry Field.

Brooks-Johnson claims Pac-12 heptathlon title

DYLAN GREENE, Evergreen deputy sports editor
May 6, 2018
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 3, 2018
WSU fans passionately support the team during the 3 OT drama against BSU on Saturday, September 9, 2017.

WSU audit finds mismanagement in athletics complimentary ticket sales

DYLAN GREENE and REBECCA WHITE
May 2, 2018
WSU sophomore guard Chanelle Molina goes for a layup over USC’s sophomore forward Ja’Tavia Tapley, right, and junior guard Aliyah Mazyck on Jan. 26 at Beasley Coliseum. WSU lost 73-72.

Ethridge adds two international players to team

DYLAN GREENE, Evergreen deputy sports editor
May 1, 2018
Former WSU quarterback Luke Falk returns to the sidelines after a turnover during the WSU vs. Colorado game on Oct. 21. He was drafted by the Tennessee Titans in the 2018 NFL Draft on Saturday.

Athletes see dreams of making it to NFL come true

DYLAN GREENE, Evergreen deputy sports editor
April 29, 2018
Former offensive lineman Cole Madison was selected by the Green Bay Packers in the fifth round of the 2018 NFL Draft.

Madison selected in fifth round of draft

DYLAN GREENE, Evergreen deputy sports editor
April 28, 2018

Ethridge adds first coach to her staff

DYLAN GREENE, Evergreen deputy sports editor
April 19, 2018

WSU hires new women’s basketball head coach

DYLAN GREENE, Evergreen deputy sports editor
April 15, 2018
The WSU baseball team celebrates after senior left-handed pitcher Scotty Sunitsch threw a nine inning no-hitter against Oregon Sunday afternoon in Eugene, Oregon.

Sunitsch receives award after throwing no-hitter

DYLAN GREENE, Evergreen deputy sports editor
April 9, 2018
Redshirt senior Drick Bernstine describes his relationship with his mom as open. He has relied on this connection throughout a difficult season.

‘I wouldn’t have wanted any other mom’

DYLAN GREENE, Evergreen deputy sports editor
April 5, 2018
Sophomore guard Malachi Flynn moves past Oregon State freshman forward Alfred Hollins as he advances towards the net during the game against Oregon State on March 3 at Beasley Coliseum.

Flynn is leaving WSU

DYLAN GREENE, Evergreen deputy sports editor
March 27, 2018
WSU rowing competes in the Grand Finals of the San Diego Crew Classic in San Diego, California on Sunday.

WSU rowing concludes solid weekend in San Diego

DYLAN GREENE, Evergreen deputy sports editor
March 25, 2018

Cougars add a graduate transfer quarterback

DYLAN GREENE, Evergreen deputy sports editor
March 20, 2018

Player dismissed from football team

DYLAN GREENE, Evergreen deputy sports editor
March 20, 2018
WSU Head Coach June Daugherty talks to her team in the Jan. 27 game against Stanford. WSU lost 87-44.

Daugherty will not return as women’s basketball coach next season

DYLAN GREENE, Evergreen deputy sports editor
March 13, 2018
From left, then special teams coordinator Eric Mele, Head Coach Mike Leach and special teams quality control coach Tee Overman talk after practice on Aug. 20,2 017.

WSU officially announces four new additions to coaching staff

DYLAN GREENE, Evergreen deputy sports editor
February 27, 2018
Then-sophomore right handed pitcher Kevin Calderhead throws a pitch during a game against Washington on April 23, 2017 at Bailey-Brayton Field.

Baseball cancels four-game home series due to snow

DYLAN GREENE, Evergreen deputy sports editor
February 27, 2018
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