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

DAYLON HICKS, Evergreen reporter

Daylon is a multimedia journalism major from Antioch, California

All content by DAYLON HICKS
Hicks prepares to jump at The Podium in Spokane.

Daylon Daily: Season gone so soon

DAYLON HICKS, Evergreen reporter
March 22, 2023

Daylon Daily: Reaching For Ascension

DAYLON HICKS, Evergreen reporter
January 20, 2023
Daylon Hicks prepares to jump at the Hayward Premiere in Eugene, Ore. on April 2.

Daylon Daily: In the Present

DAYLON HICKS, Evergreen reporter
January 18, 2023
Daylon Hicks jumps over the 6-foot-4 bar on Jan. 14 at The Podium in Spokane.

Daylon Daily: Top Place Mindset

DAYLON HICKS, Evergreen reporter
January 12, 2023
Hicks prepares to jump during an indoor track meet on Jan. 14 at the Podium in Spokane, Wash.

Daylon Daily: The Memories

DAYLON HICKS, Evergreen reporter
November 29, 2022
Daylon Hicks prepares to jump at the Hayward Premiere in Eugene, Ore. on April 2.

Daylon Daily: rock ‘n’ roll, the journey within

DAYLON HICKS, Evergreen reporter
November 17, 2022
Hicks prepares to jump at The Podium in Spokane.

Daylon Daily: Frozen weather or frozen heart

DAYLON HICKS, Evergreen reporter
November 11, 2022

Daylon Daily: Hardest Meet, Greatest Reward

DAYLON HICKS, Evergreen reporter
October 16, 2022
Daylon Hicks prepares to jump at the Hayward Premiere in Eugene, Ore. on April 2.

Daylon Daily: The Test Ahead

DAYLON HICKS, Evergreen reporter
October 12, 2022
Daylon Hicks prepares to jump at the Hayward Premiere in Eugene, Ore. on April 2.

Daylon Daily: New Coach, Same Expectation

DAYLON HICKS, Evergreen reporter
September 28, 2022
Hicks prepares to jump during an indoor track meet on Jan. 14 at the Podium in Spokane, Wash.

Daylon Daily: The Conqueror or Conquered

DAYLON HICKS, Evergreen reporter
September 21, 2022
Hicks prepares to jump during an indoor track meet on Jan. 14 at the Podium in Spokane, Wash.

Daylon Daily: Survival Of The Fittest

DAYLON HICKS, Evergreen reporter
September 8, 2022
Hicks prepares to jump at The Podium in Spokane.

Daylon’s Daily: The Epilogue

DAYLON HICKS, Evergreen reporter
August 31, 2022
WSU outside hitter Pia Timmer serves the ball during a scrimmage for season ticket holders, Aug. 20, at Bohler Gymnasium.

WSU Set New Heights For New Season

DAYLON HICKS, Evergreen reporter
August 24, 2022
WSU volleyball holds a scrimmage for season ticket holders, Aug. 20, 2022, at Bohler Gymnasium.

WSU to open season at BYU Invitational

DAYLON HICKS, Evergreen reporter
August 24, 2022
Hicks prepares to jump at The Podium in Spokane.

Daylon’s Daily: The Journeys Within

DAYLON HICKS, Evergreen reporter
August 17, 2022
WSU forward Mouhamed Gueye (35) drives to the basket past Stanford forwards James Keefe (left) and Spencer Jones (right) during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game, Thursday, Jan. 13, in Beasley Coliseum.

WSU to play at 2022 Hawaiian Airlines Diamond Head Classic

DAYLON HICKS, Evergreen reporter
August 4, 2022
WSU quarterback Cameron Ward before the 2022 Spring Game, April 23, at Martin Stadium.

Cameron Ward named to 2022 Maxwell Award watch list

DAYLON HICKS, Evergreen reporter
August 4, 2022
Austin Butler's portrayal of the King is absolutely electric in the new biopic.

Movie Review: ‘Elvis’ shows that King’s work is truly timeless

DAYLON HICKS, Evergreen reporter
July 27, 2022
WSU's rowing team will now head to Ohio for the Big-10 Invitational from April 17-18.

WSU to hire a Director of Student Athlete Innovation

DAYLON HICKS, Evergreen reporter
July 20, 2022
Swimmer Payton Bokowy was a member of the team that broke the 4x100m freestyle relay at the Pac-12 Championships her sophomore season.

WSU Swimming announces 2022-23 schedule

DAYLON HICKS, Evergreen reporter
July 20, 2022
WSU women's rowing competed in the NCAA Championships, where each of three units secured a top 15 finish.

Cougar student athletes join Conference Honor Roll

DAYLON HICKS, Evergreen reporter
July 13, 2022
Daylon Hicks prepares to jump at the Hayward Premiere in Eugene, Ore. on April 2.

Daylon’s Daily: Black excellence

DAYLON HICKS, Evergreen reporter
July 10, 2022
Sophomore Darcy Habgood said she is looking forward to building off how she finished in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho.

Three WSU golfers receive All-American Scholar Honors

DAYLON HICKS, Evergreen reporter
July 6, 2022
WSU forward Andrej Jakimovski (23) jumps up for a layup during a college basketball game against the University of Southern California at Beasley Coliseum, Saturday, Dec. 4, 2021, in Pullman, Wash.

Andrej Jakimovski showcases skills in FIBA Basketball World Cup Qualifiers

DAYLON HICKS, Evergreen reporter
July 6, 2022
The WSU women's volleyball team comes together before the first set against California, Sunday, Oct. 24, 2021, in Pullman.

Pac-12 announces WSU volleyball’s 2022 schedule

DAYLON HICKS, Evergreen reporter
July 3, 2022
The new men's basketball head coach, Kyle Smith, gives a "Go Cougs" at the introductory press conference in the Rankich Club Room of Martin Stadium on Monday morning.

WSU Men’s basketball, Kyle Smith add Wayne Hunter to staff

DAYLON HICKS, Evergreen reporter
June 29, 2022
Freshman infiedler Kodie Kolden started right off the bat in the Cougars season opening series against Saint Mary's. He said it was difficult to control his emotions in his first collegiate game. “It was a little nerve racking, but I’ve settled in,” he said.

Two WSU baseball players transfer

DAYLON HICKS, Evergreen reporter
June 26, 2022
The WSU women's volleyball team celebrates on-court after scoring the 18th and winning point against Utah on Sept. 28, 2018 in Bohler Gym.

Pac-12 Releases Volleyball TV Schedule

DAYLON HICKS, Evergreen reporter
June 19, 2022
A high jumper jumps over a bar with his back to the bar.

Daylon’s Daily The Highest Bar

DAYLON HICKS, Evergreen reporter
June 19, 2022
WSU Track and Field Director Wayne Phipps talks about the team’s strengths and challenges looking forward on Tuesday morning at the WSU Mooberry Fields. Most of the athletes attending the invite are throwers.

Pair of WSU legends secured Hall of Fame legacy

DAYLON HICKS, Evergreen reporter
June 15, 2022
Hicks prepares to jump during an indoor track meet on Jan. 14 at the Podium in Spokane, Wash.

Daylon’s Daily: Summer Flow

DAYLON HICKS, Evergreen reporter
June 8, 2022
The multiverse is not just in Marvel movies. The Daniels do a fantastic job of exploring its complexities in their long-anticipated project, released by A24.

Movie Review: ‘Everything, Everywhere, All At Once’ emphasizes love through dimension hopping

DAYLON HICKS, Evergreen reporter
June 5, 2022
Daylon Hicks prepares to jump at the Hayward Premiere in Eugene, Ore. on April 2.

Daylon’s Daily: The beginning of the end

DAYLON HICKS, Evergreen reporter
June 1, 2022
Hicks clears the 2.05-meter bar at the WSU-UW dual meet at Mooberry Track on April 22,2022.

Daylon’s Daily: finishing on a high note

DAYLON HICKS, Evergreen reporter
April 27, 2022
Daylon Hicks jumps over the 6-foot-4 bar on Jan. 14 at The Podium in Spokane.

Daylon’s Daily: the future life holds

DAYLON HICKS, Evergreen reporter
April 21, 2022
WSU defensive edge Brennan Jackson (80) tries to block a pass from UW quarterback Sam Huard (7) during the Apple Cup, Friday, Nov. 26, 2021, at Husky Stadium in Seattle.

WSU football returns to Palouse

DAYLON HICKS, Evergreen reporter
April 20, 2022
Athletes can smoke weed to help with recovery after games

Weed in sports: does it belong?

DAYLON HICKS, Evergreen reporter
April 13, 2022
Daylon Hicks prepares to jump at the Hayward Premiere in Eugene, Ore. on April 2.

Daylon’s Daily: controlled chaos

DAYLON HICKS, Evergreen reporter
April 6, 2022
WSU guard Krystal Leger-Walker looks for a pass during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game against Arizona in Beasley Coliseum, Feb. 20.

Cougars go dancing

DAYLON HICKS, Evergreen reporter
March 14, 2022
Hicks prepares to jump at The Podium in Spokane.

Daylon’s Daily: two sides of the same coin

DAYLON HICKS, Evergreen reporter
March 10, 2022
WSU guard Bella Murekatete (55) jumps over USC center Desiree Caldwell (24) for a layup during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game in Beasley Coliseum, Feb. 13.

Cougs lose in quarterfinals

DAYLON HICKS, Evergreen reporter
March 4, 2022
WSU guard Krystal Leger-Walker looks for a pass during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game against Arizona in Beasley Coliseum, Feb. 20.

Women’s basketball ends record-setting season 

DAYLON HICKS, Evergreen reporter
March 3, 2022
Daylon Hicks jumps over the 6-foot-4 bar on Jan. 14 at The Podium in Spokane.

Daylon’s Daily: the season finale 

DAYLON HICKS, Evergreen reporter
March 3, 2022
Hicks prepares to jump at The Podium in Spokane.

Daylon’s Daily: 6-feet-7-inches: the numbers that changed everything

DAYLON HICKS, Evergreen reporter
February 24, 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.

Cougs torch Sun Devils

DAYLON HICKS, Evergreen reporter
February 21, 2022
WSU guard Charlisse Leger-Walker (5) drives toward the basket during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game against Arizona in Beasley Coliseum, Feb. 20.

WSU upsets No. 7 Arizona

DAYLON HICKS, Evergreen reporter
February 21, 2022
WSU guard Krystal Leger-Walker (4) dribbles around USC center Desiree Caldwell (24) during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game in Beasley Coliseum, Feb. 13.

Cougs complete USC season sweep

DAYLON HICKS, Evergreen reporter
February 17, 2022
WSU guard Johanna Teder (right) dribbles up to the basket WSU guard Krystal Leger-Walker (4) dribbles around USC center Desiree Caldwell (24) during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game in Beasley Coliseum, Feb. 13.

WSU looks to cool down Sun Devils

DAYLON HICKS, Evergreen reporter
February 17, 2022
WSU center Bella Murekatete (55) jumps for a layup during the first half of an NCAA collegiate basketball game against UCLA, Feb. 11.

Cougars cage Bruins

DAYLON HICKS, Evergreen reporter
February 14, 2022
WSU guard Tara Wallack (right) drives to the basket past Oregon State forward Kennedy Brown (left) during the first half of an NCAA collegiate basketball game, Wednesday, Jan. 26, in Beasley Coliseum.

Ducks destroy Cougs in Beasley

DAYLON HICKS, Evergreen reporter
February 11, 2022
Hicks prepares to jump during an indoor track meet on Jan. 14 at the Podium in Spokane, Wash.

Daylon’s Daily: Dealing with injury

DAYLON HICKS, Evergreen reporter
February 10, 2022
WSU guard Charlisse Leger-Walker (5) shoots a 3-pointer during the second half of an NCAA collegiate basketball game against Oregon State, Wednesday, Jan. 26, in Beasley Coliseum.

Cougs split weekend 1-1

DAYLON HICKS, Evergreen reporter
February 7, 2022
WSU guard Tara Wallack (right) drives to the basket past Oregon State forward Kennedy Brown (left) during the first half of an NCAA collegiate basketball game, Wednesday, Jan. 26, in Beasley Coliseum.

Cougs look to down the Ducks

DAYLON HICKS, Evergreen reporter
February 7, 2022
WSU guard Krystal Leger-Walker (4) jumps back while looking at the hoop during the first half of an NCAA collegiate basketball game against UW, Jan. 28, in Beasley Coliseum.

Cougs win in Rocky Mountains

DAYLON HICKS, Evergreen reporter
February 7, 2022
WSU guard Krystal Leger-Walker (4) jumps back while looking at the hoop during the first half of an NCAA collegiate basketball game against UW, Jan. 28, in Beasley Coliseum.

Cougars set to face Colorado in Boulder

DAYLON HICKS, Evergreen reporter
February 3, 2022
Daylon Hicks jumps over the 6-foot-4 bar on Jan. 14 at The Podium in Spokane.

Daylon’s Daily: Traveling in the pandemic

DAYLON HICKS, Evergreen reporter
February 3, 2022
WSU guard Charlisse Leger-Walker (5) shoots a 3-pointer during the second half of an NCAA collegiate basketball game against Oregon State, Wednesday, Jan. 26, in Beasley Coliseum.

Cougs break the beaver dam

DAYLON HICKS, Evergreen reporter
January 28, 2022
WSU guard Johanna Teder (21) dribbles the ball towards the basket during a college basketball game against the University of San Francisco in Beasley Coliseum, Dec. 3, 2021.

Games against Oregon schools postponed

DAYLON HICKS, Evergreen reporter
January 21, 2022
WSU guard Krystal Leger-Walker (4) looks to pass the ball during a college basketball game against the University of San Francisco in Beasley Colliseum, Dec. 3, 2021.

Cougs get clawed by Bruins

DAYLON HICKS, Evergreen reporter
January 17, 2022
WSU guard Krystal Leger-Walker (4) looks to pass the ball during a college basketball game against the University of San Francisco in Beasley Colliseum, Dec. 3, 2021.

Cougars travel south

DAYLON HICKS, Evergreen reporter
January 13, 2022
WSU guard Charlisse Leger-Walker protects the ball while running up for a layup during a college basketball game against the University of San Francisco in Beasley Colliseum, Dec. 3, 2021, in Pullman, Wash.

Cougs lose to top-five team

DAYLON HICKS, Evergreen reporter
January 9, 2022
WSU guard Charlisse Leger-Walker (5, right) shoots a three-pointer during a college basketball game against the University of San Francisco in Beasley Coliseum, Dec. 3, 2021.

Cougars fall to Stanford

DAYLON HICKS, Evergreen reporter
January 5, 2022
WSU guard Charlisse Leger-Walker (5, right) shoots a three-pointer during a college basketball game against the University of San Francisco in Beasley Coliseum, Dec. 3, 2021.

Women’s basketball rolls by Bears

DAYLON HICKS, Evergreen reporter
January 1, 2022
WSU guard Krystal Leger-Walker (4) dribbles towards the hoop during a college basketball game against San Jose State University, Tuesday, Nov. 9, 2021, in Pullman.

WSU drops make-up game

DAYLON HICKS, Evergreen reporter
December 21, 2021
WSU guard Johanna Teder (21) dribbles the ball towards the basket during a college basketball game against the University of San Francisco in Beasley Coliseum, Dec. 3, 2021.

Cougs fall to Cougars

DAYLON HICKS, Evergreen reporter
December 19, 2021
WSU forward Ula Motuga (15) jumps for a layup during a college basketball game against the University of San Francisco in Beasley Coliseum, Dec. 3, 2021, in Pullman.

WSU defeats Boise State

DAYLON HICKS, Evergreen reporter
December 13, 2021
WSU guard Charlisse Leger-Walker (5, right) shoots a three-pointer during a college basketball game against the University of San Francisco in Beasley Coliseum, Dec. 3, 2021.

Cougs beat Bulldogs in regional showdown

DAYLON HICKS, Evergreen reporter
December 10, 2021
WSU guard Krystal Leger-Walker (4) looks to pass the ball during a college basketball game against the University of San Francisco in Beasley Colliseum, Dec. 3, 2021.

Women’s basketball to host Boise State

DAYLON HICKS, Evergreen reporter
December 10, 2021
WSU forward Ula Motuga (15) jumps for a layup during a college basketball game against the University of San Francisco in Beasley Coliseum, Dec. 3, 2021, in Pullman.

Women’s basketball blows by Aggies

DAYLON HICKS, Evergreen reporter
December 7, 2021
WSU guard Charlisse Leger-Walker (5, right) shoots a three-pointer during a college basketball game against the University of San Francisco in Beasley Coliseum, Dec. 3, 2021.

WSU downs Dons

DAYLON HICKS, Evergreen reporter
December 3, 2021
WSU guard Charlisse Leger-Walker (5) jumps for a layup during a college basketball game against Northern Arizona University on Nov. 12, 2021, at Beasley Coliseum.

Women’s basketball returns to Beasley

DAYLON HICKS, Evergreen reporter
December 2, 2021
WSU guard Tara Wallack (1) dribbles towards the hoop during a college basketball game against San Jose State University, Tuesday, Nov. 9, 2021, in Pullman.

Women’s basketball drops first loss of season

DAYLON HICKS, Evergreen reporter
November 28, 2021
WSU guard Krystal Leger-Walker (4) dribbles towards the hoop during a college basketball game against San Jose State University on Nov. 9, 2021, in Pullman.

Cougs earn fourth straight win

DAYLON HICKS, Evergreen reporter
November 26, 2021
WSU guard Grace Sarver (20) dribbles past Northern Arizona Univeristy guard Nyah Moran during a college basketball game against Northern Arizona University at Beasley Coliseum on Nov. 12, 2021, in Pullman.

WSU stays perfect before Bahamas

DAYLON HICKS, Evergreen reporter
November 22, 2021
WSU center Bella Murekatete (55) jumps for a layup during a college basketball game against Northern Arizona University at Beasley Coliseum, Friday, Nov. 12, 2021, in Pullman.

Cougs overcome poor shooting in win

DAYLON HICKS, Evergreen reporter
November 16, 2021
The 2021 WSU women’s basketball team was the first team under head coach Kamie Ethridge to raise a banner for the program’s first NCAA Tournament bid in 30 years. Thursday will see the first Championship banner in program history.

Cougs raise banner in win

DAYLON HICKS, Evergreen reporter
November 11, 2021
WSU forward Ula Motuga (15) participates in the ZZU Mania skills challenge, Friday, Oct. 15, 2021, in Bohler Gym in Pullman.

Women’s basketball set to tip off new season

DAYLON HICKS, Evergreen reporter
November 9, 2021
WSU men's golf won their first tournament in over three seasons with a victory at the Visit Stockton Invitational.

Cougs take home historic victory

DAYLON HICKS, Evergreen reporter
October 25, 2021
Guard Krystal Leger-Walker dribbles in front of a defender.

Women’s basketball returns

DAYLON HICKS, Evergreen reporter
October 25, 2021
WSU forward Ula Motuga (15) participates in the ZZU Mania skills challenge, Friday, Oct. 15, 2021, in Bohler Gym in Pullman.

ZZU Mania excites fans

DAYLON HICKS, Evergreen reporter
October 18, 2021
Guard Krystal Leger-Walker dribbles in front of a defender.

Women’s basketball pounces into Pac-12 Media Day

DAYLON HICKS, Evergreen reporter
October 13, 2021
WSU golfer Max Sekulic swings away on a golf course on Sept. 15, 2021.

Men’s golf earns fifth-place finish

DAYLON HICKS, Evergreen reporter
October 13, 2021
WSU golfer Max Sekulic swings away on a golf course on Sept. 15, 2021.

Cougars finish Fighting Irish Classic

DAYLON HICKS, Evergreen reporter
October 6, 2021
Then-freshman Amy Chu refines her driving skills along with teammates Madison Odiorne and Emily Baumgart during a practice session on April 1, 2019, at WSU's practice facility.

Cougar golf tees off on 2021 season

DAYLON HICKS, Evergreen reporter
September 22, 2021
WSU golfer Max Sekulic swings away on a golf course on Sept. 15, 2021.

Star golfer sets eyes on NCAA season

DAYLON HICKS, Evergreen reporter
September 15, 2021
The men's golf team played its last round of the season on Wednesday at the Pac-12 championship.

Men’s golf places 11th at Pac-12 championships

DAYLON HICKS, Evergreen reporter
April 28, 2021
Sophomore Amy Chu gets set for the upcoming spring 2021 schedule.

Baumgart leads Cougars in Pac-12 championship

DAYLON HICKS, Evergreen reporter
April 25, 2021
Junior Amy Chu warms up with some practice shots on the driving range.

Women’s golf heads to Pac-12 championship

DAYLON HICKS, Evergreen reporter
April 22, 2021
Then-junior defender Brianna Alger looks for where to kick the ball to during the game against James Madison University on Sept. 1, 2019 at the Lower Soccer Field.

Soccer ends regular season in draw

DAYLON HICKS, Evergreen reporter
April 18, 2021
Junior defender Mykiaa Minniss is tied for fifth on the team in both goals and assists this season.

Soccer ends regular season with Boeing Apple Cup

DAYLON HICKS, Evergreen reporter
April 15, 2021
Then-senior golfer Daniel Kolar watches his shot as it heads towards the green.

Golf wraps up regular season in El Macero

DAYLON HICKS, Evergreen reporter
April 8, 2021
Then-freshman Amy Chu focuses hitting on range at WSU’s practice facility.

Chu leads Cougars at Silverado Showdown

DAYLON HICKS, Evergreen reporter
April 7, 2021
Senior forward Elyse Bennett leads the team with five goals this season.

Soccer drops both matches in Los Angeles

DAYLON HICKS, Evergreen reporter
April 5, 2021
Senior midfielder Sydney Pulver dribbles the ball up the pitch as she looks for teammates.

Soccer heads to LA for two ranked opponents

DAYLON HICKS, Evergreen reporter
April 1, 2021
Sophomore defender Rose Young dribbles the ball in front of a defender as she looks for open teammates.

Soccer is back after 18-day break

DAYLON HICKS, Evergreen reporter
March 18, 2021
Fifth year senior Nicklaus Chiam finished at Bandon Dunes with a 223 (+10).

Golf places 12th at Bandon Dunes

DAYLON HICKS, Evergreen reporter
March 11, 2021
Then-sophomore defender Mykiaa Minniss defends the ball from Montana sophomore midfielder Zoe Transtrum during the game against University of Montana on Aug. 30, 2019 at the Lower Soccer Field.

Soccer wins series against Utes

DAYLON HICKS, Evergreen reporter
March 1, 2021
Senior Elyse Bennett (left) leads the team in goals and points this season.

Soccer to host Utah in doubleheader

DAYLON HICKS, Evergreen reporter
February 26, 2021
Fifth-year Nicklaus Chiam watches drive down course off tee-box.

Men’s golf finishes second at The Joust

DAYLON HICKS, Evergreen reporter
February 25, 2021
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