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Big Sky Now: Former Bobcat Rylan Ortt breaks down MSU's championship run

On this episode of Big Sky Now, Luke Schmit sits down with Ortt to break down Montana State’s dominant postseason run — including the Cat–Griz showdown in Bozeman, the Bobcats’ continued 13-game winning streak, and what separates this year’s team from last season’s national championship squad.

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Jacks earn close win in Yakima

YAKIMA — In a game where Pierce Bierlink had 52 points, the Quincy Jacks (3-7) earned a tight 64-63 win …

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Devils win close match vs. Waterville-Mansfield

WILSON CREEK — The Wilson Creek Devils (6-3) found success in a close home game against Waterville-Mansfield, where they earned …

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Mavericks coach finds positives despite loss

MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake Mavericks (3-7) fell to the Ridgeline Falcons 65-23 at home Tuesday. Despite the loss, …

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Knights girls take three wins in Arizona Tourney

ROYAL CITY — The Royal Knights girls basketball team travelled to Tempe, AZ to compete in a three-game tournament where …

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Warley's 22 points and 14 rebounds help No. 7 Gonzaga beat San Diego 99-93

SAN DIEGO (AP) — Jalen Warley had 22 points and 14 rebounds as No. 7 Gonzaga held off a late …

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Mavs extend win streak as Jay hits milestone

MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake Mavericks (8-2) defeated the visiting Ridgeline Falcons 74-53 to earn their seventh straight win. …

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Wahluke girls earn first win of the season

MATTAWA — The Wahluke Warriors girls basketball team earned its first victory of the season following a close matchup against …

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WA COLLEGE SPORTS SCHEDULE: Dec. 31, 2025 – Jan. 8, 2026

MOSES LAKE — College athletes begin to return to competition following winter break. See where your favorite teams will be …

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Eagles victorious in final non-conference game

CHENEY — The Eastern Washington Eagles took care of business Monday as they defeated Bushnell, 78-37 in the team's final …

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Wildcats athletics reveals 2026 Hall of Fame inductees

ELLENSBURG — On Monday, Central Washington athletics announced in a statement the names for the 2026 athletic Hall of Fame …

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Liam Ohgren scores lone shootout goal to lift Canucks past Kraken, 3-2

SEATTLE (AP) — Kevin Lankinen made 37 saves and Liam Ohgren had the lone shootout goal in the Vancouver Canucks' …

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Cougars earn close win over Pepperdine

PULLMAN — Washington State Cougars (2-12) shook off a slow start and used a strong second half to earn a …

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No. 7 Gonzaga routs Pepperdine 96-56 in the West Coast Conference opener for both teams

MALIBU, Calif. (AP) — Reserve Tyon Grant-Foster had 18 points and four blocks, and Braeden Smith and Davis Fogle scored …

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Seahawks beat Panthers 27-10 for 6th straight win, still need to beat 49ers for No. 1 seed

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Seattle Seahawks are doing everything they can to wrap up the No. 1 seed in …

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COLUMN: Group of Five teams should still be in future playoffs

The first round of the 2025 college football playoffs are now behind us. In the blink of an eye the …

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BASIN SPORTS SCHEDULE: Dec. 29, 2025 – Jan. 5, 2026

COLUMBIA BASIN — High School athletes restart their seasons after the holiday break to play their final games of 2025 …

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UPDATED: Royal hosts Christmas Tournament

ROYAL – The Royal City Knights hosted their Christmas Tournament on Saturday with teams from around the state, including multiple …

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Wildcats’ Fisk departs for Portland State

ELLENSBURG — Central Washington athletics announced that Head Coach Chris Fisk would be departing the Wildcats football program to take …

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Huskies push forward with 8-4 season

SEATTLE — The University of Washington Huskies have gotten off to a strong start for their season as they head …

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