NCAA grants WSU LB Pelluer sixth year of eligibility

PULLMAN — Washington State linebacker Peyton Pelluer was granted a sixth-year of eligibility after his extension of clock waiver was approved by the NCAA on Thursday.

Pelluer started the first three games of 2017 but missed the final 10 games with a foot injury. Pelluer, a two-time All-Pac-12 honorable mention selection, has made 34 starts and tallied 254 career tackles including 24.5 for loss and two interceptions in the past four seasons.

The Sammamish, Wash. native is a four-time Pac-12 All-Academic selection, including second-team honors the last three years. Pelluer already owns a bachelor’s degree in education and is working towards a master’s in teaching degree.

WSU women’s coach Daugherty

to take a leave of absence

PULLMAN — Washington State women’s basketball head coach June Daugherty announced she will be taking an indefinite medical leave of absence, stepping away immediately to address personal health concerns.

Until coach Daugherty returns, associate head coach Mike Daugherty will take over as acting head coach of the Cougars.

“The medical procedure I had a few weeks ago was successful but I need some additional time to rest and heal,” June Daugherty said. “I have great confidence that my staff will continue to coach the Cougs to their best play yet. I believe in this team and I am excited to see them continue to have success in Pac-12 Conference play.”

Coach June Daugherty is in her 11th season as Washington State’s head coach and 29th season overall. Daugherty missed three games previously this season with Mike Daugherty, also in his 11th season at WSU, taking charge of the team. Coach Mike Daugherty is 2-3 all-time as acting head coach, including 1-2 this season.

Overall, WSU is 9-11 and 2-6 in Pac-12 play with 10 games remaining in the regular season. The Cougars are scheduled to host USC tonight.