Northwest Notes Oct. 10, 2026

Following retirement of Myklebust, Hagen named new radio voice of Gonzaga women's basketball

SPOKANE — Following the retirement of longtime radio broadcaster Steve Myklebust, Gonzaga Athletics announced Davis Hagen as the new radio play-by-play voice of the Gonzaga women's basketball program.

Hagen succeeds Myklebust, who retired after 22 years as the radio voice of Gonzaga women's basketball. He formerly called Coeur d'Alene High football and boys basketball games, and North Idaho College men's basketball games on KVNI, and Idaho football and men's basketball games on KUID-TV.

Hagen will take over broadcasting duties as the Bulldogs enter a new era in their first season as members of the Pac-12 Conference. Fans can listen to Gonzaga women's basketball broadcasts on 101.5 FM throughout the season.

"We are grateful for Steve's 22 years of dedication to Gonzaga women's basketball and excited to welcome Davis to the Gonzaga family," said Mark Livingston, general manager of Learfield at Gonzaga. "Davis brings great energy and passion, and we look forward to having him tell the story of the Bulldogs as they enter a new era in the Pac-12."

Hagen joins Gonzaga with experience calling collegiate athletics across the Inland Northwest, including Division I basketball, football, volleyball, soccer and tennis.

A graduate of Washington State, Hagen served as the sports director for KUGR Radio from August 2024 through May 2026. During his time in Pullman, he provided play-by-play commentary for Washington State football, men's and women's basketball, volleyball, soccer, lacrosse and baseball. He also oversaw the student radio station's sports broadcasting division, helping develop broadcasters through structured feedback and training.

Hagen has also worked as a freelance play-by-play broadcaster and color analyst for ESPN+, covering Idaho Vandals men's and women's basketball, volleyball, soccer and tennis. Additionally, he has provided play-by-play coverage for Pullman High athletics through Pullman Radio, including football, baseball and boys' and girls' basketball.

Since August 2025, Hagen has worked as a broadcast intern with Playfly Sports, assisting with broadcast operations for Washington State Athletics. His responsibilities have included publishing coaches shows and full-game replays, managing broadcast scheduling and coordinating travel logistics for on-air talent.

In 2025, Hagen received the KUGR Keith Jackson Award for Excellence in Sports Broadcasting. He earned his bachelor's degree in journalism and media production from Washington State, with a minor in sports communication.

Fans will have their first opportunity to hear from Hagen today, during Gonzaga women's basketball's FanFest at the McCarthey Athletic Center. The event is scheduled to begin at 2 p.m.