There’s some optimism about the Washington Huskies and Washington State Cougars in their upcoming bowl games, but it’s tepid. (Andy Bronson / The Herald)

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POLL RESULTS: Tepid optimism for UW and WSU in bowl games

Voters lean slightly more toward a Husky win over Boise State than a Cougar win vs. Air Force.

Lake holds together UW’s strong 2020 recruiting class

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Lake holds together UW’s strong 2020 recruiting class

All 23 players who committed to outgoing coach Chris Petersen sign with Washington on Wednesday.

Headlined by QB de Laura, WSU inks 18 in class of 2020

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Headlined by QB de Laura, WSU inks 18 in class of 2020

Washington State adds 18 players, including Lake Stevens offensive lineman Devin Kylany, Wednesday.

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Stewart scores 27, UW men pull away late to beat Seattle

The bruising freshman forward adds 13 rebounds as the Hukies knock off the rival Redhawks 81-59.

Thre Washington State Cougars and Washington Huskies are both looking to salvage their seasons with bowl game victories. (Kevin Clark / The Herald)

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POLL: How do UW and WSU fair in their bowl games?

The Huskies face Boise State in the Las Vegas Bowl; the Cougars play Air Force in the Cheez-It…

Area college football players going bowling

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Area college football players going bowling

A list of local players who are on the rosters of teams participating in bowl games.

Perry rushes for 304 yards, Navy defeats Army

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Perry rushes for 304 yards, Navy defeats Army

The 21st-ranked Midshipmen win 31-7 to snap a three-game losing streak to the Black Knights.

LSU’s Burrow wins Heisman Trophy

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LSU’s Burrow wins Heisman Trophy

The QB receives a record 90.7% of all 1st-place votes in a landslide win over Oklahoma’s Jalen Hurts.

Washington head coach Chris Petersen watches the scoreboard during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Oregon State in Corvallis, Ore., Friday, Nov. 8, 2019. Washington won 19-7. (AP Photo/Amanda Loman)

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Patterson: Catching up on the news while I was away

Thoughts on Chris Petersen stepping down from UW, Jake Christiansen returning to the Tips, and more.

Petersen’s departure not affecting UW recruiting

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Petersen’s departure not affecting UW recruiting

A number of 2020 recruits have reaffirmed their commitments to the Huskies and new coach Jimmy Lake.

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Community sports roundup: Locals lift WWU women’s soccer

The Western Washington University women’s soccer team is on to the NCAA Division II national semifinals, and a…

Young, big Huskies ready to finally take down Gonzaga

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Young, big Huskies ready to finally take down Gonzaga

UW came close last season, but has lost 12 of the past 13 meetings against its in-state rival.

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Elleby leads WSU men’s basketball over New Mexico St.

The sophomore guard scored 20 points as the Cougars avenged a pair of losses from last season.

UW’s Bryant to forgo senior season, declare for NFL draft

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UW’s Bryant to forgo senior season, declare for NFL draft

The playmaker has 52 catches for 825 yards this season, third among all tight ends in the country.

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WSU women’s soccer team loses in national semifinals

The Cougars’ program-best run ends with a 2-1 loss to North Carolina.

WSU, Leach reach argreement on contract extension

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WSU, Leach reach argreement on contract extension

The deal extends the football coach’s contract through the 2024 season.

Hopkins reflects on Petersen’s departure from UW

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Hopkins reflects on Petersen’s departure from UW

Hopkins says he’s sad to see his ‘mentor and friend’ step down, but understands the toll coaching takes.

Green leads Washington over Eastern Washington

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Green leads Washington over Eastern Washington

The transfer guard comes off the bench to score 20 points in UW’s 90-80 win.

How UW coach Chris Petersen knew it was time to step down

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How UW coach Chris Petersen knew it was time to step down

The Huskies’ leader said he made his decision in the days leading up to the Apple Cup.

Lake ‘the right guy’ to take over UW football program

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Lake ‘the right guy’ to take over UW football program

Huskies athletic director Jen Cohen said the decision was quick but wasn’t made in haste.