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The student voice of Washington State University since 1895

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The student voice of Washington State University since 1895

The Daily Evergreen

ZACH THUMMEL

Zach is a junior multimedia journalism major from Clarkston, Washington. He likes football and grew up going to Cougar football games.

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WSU Running back Wayshawn Parker runs away from defenders in a 70-30 win over Portland State at Gesa Field Saturday, August 31, 2024.

The Wayshawn Parker factor

ZACH THUMMEL
November 14, 2024
WSU offensive and defensive linemen face off in a scrimmage during football practice, April 22, in Martin Stadium.

Battling WSU quarterbacks go back and forth in the Crimson and Gray game

ZACH THUMMEL
April 29, 2024

Thummel’s hidden gems of the 2024 NFL Draft

ZACH THUMMEL
April 25, 2024
Boise State University lines up against Washington State University during the game against BSU on Sept. 9 at Martin Stadium.

THUMMEL: WSU Athletics should use Boise State as an example

ZACH THUMMEL
April 10, 2024
Brennan Jackson at midfield as the Cougs lose the coin toss, Nov. 25, in Seattle, Wash.

Hicks, Jackson shine at Wazzu Pro Day

ZACH THUMMEL
April 8, 2024
Cougar statue

Thummel’s State of the Union address: the future of WSU Athletics

ZACH THUMMEL
March 27, 2024
The Kibbie Dome, home of the Idaho Vandals

WSU football to cross border for pro day

ZACH THUMMEL
March 26, 2024
Derrick Henry singed with the Baltimore Ravens in March.

THUMMEL: Derrick Henry signs with the Ravens … Baltimore fans rejoice

ZACH THUMMEL
March 26, 2024

Pac-12 commisioner prioritizes media deal in her introductory presser

ZACH THUMMEL
March 2, 2024
Former WSU head football coach Dennis Erickson was named to the College Football Hall of Fame on Monday.

Dennis Erickson featured in the 2024 class of the Pacific Northwest Football Hall of Fame

ZACH THUMMEL
February 29, 2024
LeBron "Bronny" James Jr.

THUMMEL: The current NIL framework nationwide is unsustainable

ZACH THUMMEL
February 28, 2024
Sophomore Grace Kuhle passes the ball into the post during a high school girls basketball game, Jan. 25, in Pullman, Wash.

Pullman girls dominate in all phases, earning a district semifinal berth

ZACH THUMMEL
February 14, 2024
James Donaldson hangs from the rim during a WSU men's basketball game. Courtesy of WSU Athletics.

WSU Basketball great James Donaldson inducted into the Sacramento Sports Hall Of Fame

ZACH THUMMEL
February 8, 2024
An ode to Nick Saban, the greatest coach in college football history

An ode to Nick Saban, the greatest coach in college football history

ZACH THUMMEL
February 3, 2024
Jason Kelce has led a terrific NFL career and it may not be over yet.

COMMENTARY: Philly legend Jason Kelce’s legacy as he ponders retirement

ZACH THUMMEL
January 26, 2024
Lamar Jackson

COMMENTARY Lamar Jackson is ‘quarterbacky’ enough.

ZACH THUMMEL
January 18, 2024
WSU football stretches on the field pregame vs. the Oregon Ducks, Oct. 21, in Eugene, Oregon.

Thummel’s five top players of the 2024 college football recruiting class

ZACH THUMMEL
January 15, 2024
SoFi Stadium showcases the College Football Playoff trophy during the 2022 Jimmy Kimmel LA Bowl, Dec. 17, in Los Angeles.

Watching the CFP national championship as a WSU fan and a writer

ZACH THUMMEL
January 12, 2024
SoFi Stadium showcases the College Football Playoff trophy during the 2022 Jimmy Kimmel LA Bowl, Dec. 17, in Los Angeles.

College Football Playoff semifinal preview: a three-part story. 

ZACH THUMMEL
December 24, 2023
Djouvensky Schlenbaker stands in the front row of the players as the Cougar Marching Bands performs the WSU Fight Song, Sept. 23, in Pullman, Wash.

Djouvensky Schlenbaker’s patience has paid off

Zach Thummel
December 3, 2023
Pullman High School walks out before playing against Rogers, Sept. 22, in Pullman, Wash.

Hounds to face Selah in first postseason game

Zach Thummel
November 1, 2023
Caleb Northcroft throws a pass against Rogers High School during first quarter, Sept. 22, in Pullman, Wash.

A new look Pullman rebounds to roll into the postseason

Zach Thummel
October 30, 2023
Nakia Watson and Kyle Williams celebrate after a first-quarter TD, Oct. 21, in Eugene, Oregon.

WSU offensive woes continue, something must change

ZACH THUMMEL
October 22, 2023
Pullman DB Gavin Brown bends over while Rogers huddles before a play, Sept. 22, in Pullman, Wash.

Pullman falls to Clarkston in GSL shootout.

Zach Thummel
October 15, 2023
Jamal Adams during a game against the Washington Football Team in 2021, courtesy of All-Pro Reels via Wikimedia

Jamal Adams hurt in return, causing questions about his future.

ZACH THUMMEL
October 10, 2023
Caleb Northcroft warms up on the sideline while the Pullman defense is on the field, Sept. 22, in Pullman, Wash.

Pullman High School football looks to right the ship

Zach Thummel
October 4, 2023
Fans hold up a sign mocking ESPN College Gameday at a game against Oregon State September 23, 2023 in Pullman, Wash.

Jake Dickert squashes ESPN beef

Zach Thummel
October 4, 2023
Pullman High School walks out before playing against Rogers, Sept. 22, in Pullman, Wash.

Pullman looks to tighten the pack on the road against Okanagan

Zach Thummel
September 27, 2023
Head Coach David Cofer shows his Pullman High School football team specific plays.

Pullman High School looks to stay hot

Zach Thummel
September 20, 2023
The WSU football teams runs out with Mike Leach pirate flags, Sept. 9.

The Cougs should be at the table

Zach Thummel
September 12, 2023

Pullman High School football bounces back, edges Moscow Bears

Zach Thummel
September 12, 2023
Referees come together for a flag in a Pullman High School football game.

Pullman football fall in week one matchup on the road

Zach Thummel
September 2, 2023
Head Coach David Cofer shows his Pullman High School football team specific plays.

Pullman high school football travels to Idaho to open season

ZACH THUMMEL
August 31, 2023
Butch T. Cougar crowd surfs in the student section during an NCAA college football game against Oregon, Sep. 24.

How To Attend a WSU Football Game

ZACH THUMMEL
August 16, 2023
Martin Stadium

Where to for Wazzu?

ZACH THUMMEL
August 16, 2023
WSU alumni and ex-quarterback Ryan Leaf throws a pass during the 2022 Spring Game, April 23, 2022, at Martin Stadium.

From the biggest bust in NFL history to Hall of Fame candidacy

ZACH THUMMEL
June 12, 2023
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