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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
SAM TAYLOR

SAM TAYLOR, Evergreen sports editor

Sam is the current sports editor. He is a junior multimedia journalism major from Lacey, WA. He plays the trumpet in the Cougar Marching Band and has worked at the Evergreen since fall 2021.

All content by SAM TAYLOR
The WSU women’s basketball team celebrates a 3-pointer during an NCAA basketball game against UCLA, Jan. 22.

Cougars to duel Devils, clash with Wildcats in Arizona

January 26, 2023
WSU guard Astera Tuhina dribbles the ball during an NCAA basketball game against UCLA, Jan. 22.

Tuhina scores career-high 15 points in WSU’s loss to No. 9 UCLA

January 23, 2023
WSU guard Astera Tuhina shoots the ball during a NCAA basketball game against USC, Jan 20th.

Cougars cannot deceive Trojans, lose 51-44

January 21, 2023
WSU tennis player Maxine Murphy serves the ball during an NCAA match against Montana, Jan, 13.

Wazzu Weekly: Jan. 20, 2023

January 20, 2023
WSU guard Charlisse Leger-Walker drives to the hoop during an NCAA womens basketball game against Prairie View A&M, Nov. 13.

Pac-12 / SWAC Legacy Series bigger than basketball

January 19, 2023
WSU guard Charlisse Leger-Walker (5) dribbles around UCLA guard Camryn Brown (35) during the second half of an NCAA collegiate basketball game, Feb. 11. 2022

Cougars host red-hot southern California, top ten UCLA

January 19, 2023
WSU forward Jessica Clarke (14) shoots over Arizona State guard Jaddan Simmons (2) during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game in Beasley Coliseum, Feb. 18.

Cougars leave Oregon with two historic dubs

January 16, 2023
WSU forward Elyse Bennett (13) prepares to recieve a throw-in from a teammate during an NCAA Tournament match against the University of Montana at Lower Soccer Field, Saturday, Nov. 13, 2021, in Pullman.

Bennett bound for pacific northwest, seven Cougs in NFL playoffs

January 13, 2023
WSU forward Mouhamed Gueye celebrated during a NCAA men’s basketball game against California Jan 11th.

Wazzu Weekly: Jan. 13, 2023

January 13, 2023
Cougs hit Oregon trail in tough Pac-12 test

Cougs hit Oregon trail in tough Pac-12 test

January 12, 2023
Sports editor Sam Taylor (left) and deputy sports editor Trevor Junt (right).

What to expect from the sports section — letter from the editors

January 12, 2023
Cougs grab their half of Apple, beat Huskies 66-52

Cougs grab their half of Apple, beat Huskies 66-52

January 9, 2023
WSU guard Astera Tuhina dribbles toward the hoop during an NCAA womens basketball game against Montana, Dec. 2.

Cougs host Dawgs with star guard potentially absent

January 6, 2023
Grace Sarver looks toward the basket while surrounded by Colorado players in an NCAA womens basketball game in Pullman, Jan 1.

Cougs can not get on Colorado’s mile-high level, lose at home 65-54

January 2, 2023
Head coach Kamie Ethridge speaks to her WSU womens basketball team during an NCAA basketball game in Pullman Dec. 30, 2022

Down team leader, Wazzu comes up just short at home against No. 11 Utah

January 2, 2023
WSU guard Tara Wallack stumbles after being fouled during an NCAA womens basketball game against Prairie View A&M, Nov. 13.

WSU to ring in new year with Pac-12 play

December 30, 2022
WSU guard Charlisse Leger-Walker drives toward the hoop during an NCAA womens basketball game against Montana, Dec. 2.

Cougs primed for Pac-12 play with best start in program history

December 29, 2022
WSU head coach Mike Leach walks ahead of the WSU football seniors as they come onto the field together to be recognized during Senior Night.

Legacy of Mike Leach: generous genius

December 13, 2022
WSU guard Charlisse Leger-Walker drives toward the hoop during an NCAA womens basketball game against Montana, Dec. 2.

Wazzu Weekly Dec. 9, 2022

December 9, 2022
WSU guard Astera Tuhina dribbles toward the hoop during an NCAA womens basketball game against Montana, Dec. 2.

Cougs beat Portland in biggest comeback in program history

December 8, 2022
The WSU womens volleyball team celebrates after defeating CSU Bakersfield in an NCAA volleyball match, Sep. 2.

Cougar volleyball a source of family

December 8, 2022
Sam Taylor, fall 2022 Evergreen sports editor

Sports are snazzy, thanks to you

December 8, 2022
WSU guard Charlisse Leger-Walker drives toward the hoop during an NCAA womens basketball game against Montana, Dec. 2.

Cougars fly down to Portland to face Pilots

December 7, 2022
The WSU football team runs onto the field before the Apple Cup, Nov. 26.

WSU football headed to LA Bowl

December 5, 2022
WSU guard Charlisse Leger-Walker drives toward the hoop during an NCAA womens basketball game against Montana, Dec. 2.

Defense best offense for Cougs in 77-57 win over Montana

December 5, 2022
WSU forward Ula Motuga jumps for a layup during an NCAA womens basketball game against Prairie View A&M, Nov. 13.

WSU women’s basketball revives classic Montana rivalry

December 2, 2022
WSU volleyball players high-five fans after sweeping UW, Nov. 25.

Wazzu Weekly Dec. 2, 2022

December 2, 2022
WSU women’s basketball defense dominant in 61-41 win

WSU women’s basketball defense dominant in 61-41 win

November 30, 2022
The WSU volleyball team celebrates after winning a point during an NCAA volleyball match against Arizona, Oct. 21.

WSU volleyball earns seventh consecutive NCAA Tournament bid

November 28, 2022
WSU recognizes senior offensive lineman Grant Stephens before the Apple Cup, Nov. 26.

Thank you, seniors

November 28, 2022
WSU guard Charlisse Leger-Walker dribbles the ball during an NCAA womens basketball game against LMU, Nov. 7.

Cougs lose to Cougs, beat Trojans in Hawaii

November 28, 2022
WSU middle blocker Magda Jehlarova spikes the ball during an NCAA volleyball match against Utah, Nov. 18.

Be in Bohler: WSU volleyball deserves it

November 22, 2022
The WSU football team runs out onto the field before an NCAA football game against Arizona State, Nov. 12.

Wazzu Weekly: Nov. 18, 2022

November 18, 2022
WSU guard Charlisse Leger-Walker shoots a 3-pointer during an NCAA womens basketball game against LMU, Nov. 7.

WSU women’s basketball in Hawaii

November 18, 2022
Butch T. Cougar hypes the fans inside Martin Stadium up during WSUs game against Portland State on Sept. 11, 2021.

From ‘Jaws’ to ‘Juke Box Hero’, the songs that shape gameday

November 17, 2022
WSU guard Charlisse Leger-Walker drives to the hoop during an NCAA womens basketball game against Prairie View A&M, Nov. 13.

Wazzu Weekly: Nov. 16, 2022

November 16, 2022
WSU guard Charlisse Leger-Walker drives to the hoop during an NCAA womens basketball game against Prairie View A&M, Nov. 13.

Charlisse Leger-Walker engineers incredible comeback

November 14, 2022
WSU guard Charlisse Leger-Walker dribbles the ball during an NCAA womens basketball game against Prairie View A&M, Nov. 13.

Charlisse Leger-Walker surpasses 1,000 points scored at WSU 

November 14, 2022
WSU center Bella Murekatete jumps for a layup during an NCAA womens basketball game against LMU, Nov. 7.

WSU women’s basketball faces San Francisco Friday, host Prairie View A&M, Sunday

November 11, 2022
Senior forward Morgan Weaver kicks the ball past Arizona defenders Thursday night at the Lower Soccer Field.

Pro Cougs Tracker: Nov. 9, 2022

November 9, 2022
WSU guard Johanna Teder (21) and center Bella Murekatete (55) celebrate after guard Grace Sarver blocks a shot during an NCAA womens basketball game against LMU, Nov. 7.

Cougars blowout Loyola Marymount by 52 points in season opening win

November 8, 2022
WSU guard Charlisse Leger-Walker (5) dribbles towards the hoop during a college basketball game against San Jose State University, Tuesday, Nov. 9, 2021, in Pullman.

WSU women’s basketball tips off season vs. Loyola Marymount

November 7, 2022
WSU forward Lily Boyden trips over UW defender Kala McDaniel during an NCAA soccer match against UW, Nov. 5.

Soccer ends season with Apple Cup loss

November 7, 2022
WSU guard Charlisse Leger-Walker (5) dribbles around USC guard Rayah Marshall (13) during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game in Beasley Coliseum, Feb. 13.

With core intact, WSU women’s basketball eyes history

November 2, 2022
WSU guard Charlisse Leger-Walker drives toward the basket during the second half of an NCAA collegiate basketball game against UW, Friday, Jan. 28, in Beasley Coliseum.

Cougars cruise past Westmont in solid exhibition

October 31, 2022
WSU defensive lineman Nusi Malani celebrates after the defense stops Utah on third down during an NCAA football match, Oct. 27.

Wazzu Weekly Oct. 31, 2022

October 30, 2022
The WSU volleyball team celebrates after winning a point during an NCAA volleyball match against Arizona, Oct. 21.

Cougar volleyball exemplifies fighting spirit

October 30, 2022
Assistant Coach Burdette Greeny (Left) and Head Coach Jen Greeny (Right) observe the volleyball team during a home game in Bohler Gym.

Burdette Greeny announces cancer diagnosis, Cougs support

October 26, 2022
WSU guard Charlisse Leger-Walker drives to the basket during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game against Arizona State in Beasley Coliseum, Feb. 18.

High hopes for WSU women’s hoops at Pac-12 media day

October 26, 2022
WSU Womens Volleyball head coach Jen Greeny, left, and Ben Laskey, assistant director of WSU athletic communications, right, talk about the system they use to keep track of the players performance in practices and games.

Jen Greeny wins 200th game as WSU coach

October 23, 2022
WSU Womens Volleyball head coach Jen Greeny, left, and Ben Laskey, assistant director of WSU athletic communications, right, talk about the system they use to keep track of the players performance in practices and games.

Jen Greeny, Cougar volleyball chase history vs. Arizona

October 21, 2022
WSU outside hitter Laura Jansen serves the ball during an NCAA volleyball game against Oregon, Oct. 7.

Wazzu Weekly: Oct. 21, 2022

October 20, 2022
Kamie Ethridge coaches the WSU women’s basketball team on Feb. 2, 2020.

Kamie Ethridge signs contract extension

October 19, 2022
WSU defensive specialist Julia Norville serves the ball during an NCAA volleyball game against Oregon, Oct. 7.

Wazzu Weekly: Oct. 15, 2022

October 15, 2022
Each WSU sports team wears pink at some point during their season to spotlight fund raising for breast cancer awareness and treatment.

More than a uniform combo …

October 12, 2022
For the first time in over 20 years, the Seattle Mariners are going to the playoffs.

Mariners live by chaos ball, die by chaos ball

October 12, 2022
The WSU womens soccer team celebrates head coach Todd Shulenbergers 89th career victory after defeating Utah 1-0, Oct. 2.

Wazzu Weekly Oct. 7, 2022

October 6, 2022
WSUs Hannah Pukis (9) serves the ball during a college volleyball match against the University of California, Los Angeles, Sunday, Oct. 3, 2021, in Pullman, Wash.

Cougar volleyball finally back on the Palouse

October 6, 2022
J.P. Crawford is a leader for the Mariners and helps the infielders dance after each win.

Meet the 2022 playoff-bound Mariners

October 5, 2022
WSU linebacker Travion Brown tackles and Oregon player during an NCAA college football game, Sep. 24.

Wazzu Weekly: Sept. 30, 2022

September 30, 2022
Vaughn Drewien shoots a basketball at the Threes for 3 chariety event for Hilinskis Hope on April 9, 2022. Drewien planned the event along with six other Sports Managment seniors in April.

Threes for 3 illuminated Student-athlete mental health

September 28, 2022
WSU wide receiver Lincoln Victor jumps for a pass during an NCAA football game against Colorado State, Sep. 17.

Wazzu Weekly Sept. 23, 2022

September 22, 2022
University of Southern California wide reciever Drake London (15) catches a pass while Washington State University defensive back Jaylen Watson (0) attempts to tackle him during the second half of a college football game, Saturday, Sept. 18, 2021, in Pullman, WA.

Watson dazzles in second career NFL game

September 21, 2022
Butch T. Cougar gives a thumbs down during a college football game Sept. 18, 2021, in Pullman.

Wazzu Weekly Sept. 16, 2022

September 15, 2022
WSU head coach Jake Dickert speaks to his players after the 2022 Spring Game, April 23, at Martin Stadium.

Dickert-era on display

September 14, 2022
The WSU special teams unit lines up for an extra point during an NCAA football match against Idaho, Sep. 3, at Martin Stadium.

Wazzu Weekly Sept. 9, 2022

September 8, 2022
Julio Rodríguez has been nothing short of a superstar for the Seattle Mariners and singed what could be the most lucrative deal in American sports history in August.

Julio is here to stay

September 7, 2022
WSU outside hitter Pia Timmer serves the ball during a scrimmage for season ticket holders, Aug. 20, at Bohler Gymnasium.

Wazzu Weekly August 26, 2022

August 25, 2022
The WSU mens basketball team celebrates after defeating Oregon 94-74 in Beasley Coliseum, March 5.

Cougs primed to tower over competition

August 24, 2022
Fall 2022 Evergreen sports section editor Sam Taylor

Welcome to Wazzu

August 17, 2022
Today the WSU swimming team will compete in the Hawkeye Invitational in Iowa City, Iowa.

Wazzu Weekly: July 22, 2022

July 21, 2022
Butch T. Cougar hypes the fans inside Martin Stadium up during WSUs game against Portland State on Sept. 11, 2021.

Wazzu Weekly: July 11, 2022

July 10, 2022
WSU wide receiver Calvin Jackson Jr. (8) lines up against USC cornerback Joshua Jackson Jr. (23) during a college football game Sept. 18, 2021, in Pullman.

Wazzu Weekly: July 4, 2022

July 3, 2022
USC, UCLA to leave Pac-12 Conference, join Big Ten in 2024

USC, UCLA to leave Pac-12 Conference, join Big Ten in 2024

July 1, 2022
The WSU football team huddles up after the 2022 Spring Game, April 23, at Martin Stadium.

WSU football to face San Jose in 2024, 2031

June 29, 2022
WSU celebrates female athletes during a recognition of Title IXs 50th anniversary, Feb. 11.

WSU to welcome all-female class to Athletic Hall of Fame

June 26, 2022
Three events — one each in Spokane, Tri-Cities and the Seattle area — raised $300,000 for student-athlete scholarships and WSU Athletics.

Wazzu Weekly: June 27, 2022

June 26, 2022
Senior midfielder Sydney Pulver dribbles the ball up the pitch as she looks for teammates.

Sydney Pulver makes professional debut

June 22, 2022
The WSU womens soccer team celebrates after defeating the University of Montana 3-0 in an NCAA Tournament match at the Lower Soccer Field, Saturday, Nov. 13, 2021, in Pullman.

Wazzu Weekly: June 20, 2022

June 19, 2022
Then-sophomore Mitch Jacobson attempts to clear a jump during a meet April 27, 2019 at Mooberry Track.

Cougs fight, fight, fight for PRs and glory at NCAA Track and Field Championships

June 15, 2022
WSU students cheer after a dunk by Mouhamed Gueye during the first half of an NCAA collegiate basketball game against Arizona, Feb. 10.

Wazzu Weekly: June 9, 2022

June 8, 2022
WSU forward Mouhamed Gueye (35) makes his entrance before a college basketball game against the University of California, Santa Barbara at Beasley Coliseum, Monday, Nov. 15, 2021, in Pullman.

Mouhamed Gueye returns to WSU

June 8, 2022
WSU midfielder Sydney Studer (30) dribbles the ball downfield during an NCAA Tournament match against the University of Montana at Lower Soccer Field, Saturday, Nov. 13, 2021, in Pullman.

Wazzu welcomes two to soccer team

May 29, 2022
The WSU womens tennis team celebrates Fifa Kumhoms win during an NCAA collegiate tennis match against UW, April 15.

Wazzu Weekly: May 30, 2022

May 29, 2022
Then-sophomore Mitch Jacobson clears the bar in the high jump at the WSU Indoor Meet January 19th 2019 at the Indoor Practice Facility.

Six Cougs qualify for National Championships

May 29, 2022
Former WSU basketball player and current NBA player Klay Thmpson waves a shirt above his head during the basketball game against OSU Saturday afternoon at Beasley Coliseum. Thompson had his jersey retired during halftime, becoming the second player to have his jersey retired as a Cougar.

Klay Thompson is back where he belongs

May 29, 2022
Michaela Bayerlova (left) and Maxine Murphy (right) prepare for an incoming serve during an NCAA collegiate tennis match against Stanford, April 10.

Bayerlova boldly goes where no Coug has gone before in NCAA Singles Championships

May 25, 2022
Savanna Ly-Nguyen celebrates a point during a doubles match against Idaho, Saturday, Jan. 29, at Hollingbery Fieldhouse.

Cougs put Dawgs in Dismay, Brewed by Bruins in April Pac-12 Championships

May 25, 2022
WSU infielders Kyle Russell (1) and Kodie Kolden (5) high five during an NCAA collegiate baseball game, April 2, at Bailey-Brayton Field.

Cougs end season with stellar month of May

May 25, 2022
Yang Lee swings at the ball during an NCAA collegiate tennis match against UW, April 15.

Cougars prove Husky bark bigger than bite

April 20, 2022
Michaela Bayerlova swings at the ball during an NCAA collegiate tennis match against Stanford, April 10.

Cougs to chase hardware in Pac-12 Championships

April 20, 2022
Michaela Bayerlova (left) and Maxine Murphy (right) prepare for an incoming serve during an NCAA collegiate tennis match against Stanford, April 10.

Bayerlova climbs record books

April 14, 2022
Weed has a storied history in sports, often the culprit of athlete suspensions.

Weed’s bumpy history in sports

April 13, 2022
Pullman-Moscow Regional Airport is hoping to have jet service by the end of 2023, said airport director Tony Bean.

Alaska Airlines flight cancellations not affecting Pullman

April 12, 2022
Local organization fights for water conservation, sustainable aquifer solutions

Local organization fights for water conservation, sustainable aquifer solutions

April 12, 2022
A man on a public sidewalk spewed profanities at patients entering the Pullman Planned Parenthood.

Man harasses Planned Parenthood patients

April 11, 2022
WSU community discusses mutual aid, mental health

WSU community discusses mutual aid, mental health

April 7, 2022
Savanna Ly-Nguyen prepares to strike the ball during a singles match against Idaho, Saturday, Jan. 29, at Hollingbery Fieldhouse.

WSU’s LA dreams crushed against USC and UCLA

April 6, 2022
WSU infielder Jack Smith dives for third base against Utah, April 1, at Bailey-Brayton Field.

Cougs fail to zig Zags

April 6, 2022
Award-winning journalist Ann Curry will receive the Edward R. Murrow College of Communication Lifetime Achievement Award at this years Murrow Symposium.

Murrow Symposium returns to Pullman

April 3, 2022
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