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Jim Meehan

Jim Meehan

Current Position: sports writer

Jim Meehan joined The Spokesman-Review in 1990. Jim is currently a reporter for the Sports Desk and covers Gonzaga University basketball, Spokane Empire football, college volleyball and golf.

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jimm@spokesman.com
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Sports >  Gonzaga basketball

Michael Ajayi withdraws from NBA draft, will play senior season with Gonzaga

In the finest tradition of Drew Timme, Anton Watson and Julian Strawther, Michael Ajayi provided some deadline day drama for Gonzaga basketball followers before withdrawing his name from the NBA draft. Ajayi’s decision hit social media Wednesday afternoon, 6-plus hours before the withdrawal deadline for early entrants. ESPN’s Jonathan Givony’s was first with the news on X (formerly Twitter) and it was quickly reposted by Ajayi.
Sports >  Gonzaga basketball

How Colgate transfer Braeden Smith went from skeptical to comfortable with redshirting at Gonzaga

Gonzaga’s approach was different than the others. The Zags’ depth chart was pretty much set with four returning starters, including the backcourt of seniors Ryan Nembhard and Nolan Hickman, and the addition of three transfers, including 6-5 guards/wings Khalif Battle and Emmanuel Innocenti. GU was very interested in Smith but told the Seattle native up front it wanted him to redshirt for the upcoming season with the Zags’ senior-heavy roster and then have two seasons of eligibility remaining.
Sports >  Area sports

West Valley’s Melia Cerenzia handles the elements to take 2A state title

When she trailed by two shots or led by two shots, when it was raining sideways or the sun showed up on the back nine, Melia Cerenzia kept hitting quality golf shots and chatting with her playing partners. The West Valley sophomore brushed off tough weather conditions in the morning, stuck to her game plan and was rewarded with an individual 2A state championship trophy.
Sports >  Golf

Gonzaga Prep boys, LC girls capture GSL 4A/3A golf titles

There was no shortage of drama when the Greater Spokane League settled the 4A/3A boys’ team championship and individual player of the year honors Tuesday at Wandermere Golf Course. Everything fell into place for Gonzaga Prep in the fifth and final league match.
Sports >  Area sports

Jim Meehan: How Idaho’s Joe Sykes persevered to win Big Sky Conference golf title, join short list of UI champs

The struggle was real for the University of Idaho sophomore, by way of Littlehampton, England. The results didn’t match his meticulous approach. Like every golfer, even high-level ones like Sykes stuck in a rough patch, it thoroughly tested his patience and the math major’s analytical mind. Finally, months of frustration melted away as Sykes regained his form and joined a short list of history makers in the Vandal program.