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SUNDAY, FEB. 16, 2014


Gonzaga's bench swarms senior Brian Bhaskar, center, after he sank a 3-point shot during the final moments of Senior Night. (Tyler Tjomsland)

Day after Loyola Marymount

I had a Bill Walton moment last night. Walton frequently mentions during telecasts that one of the best parts of his job is meeting the parents of players. So after my last interview, I approached Sam Dower Sr., mainly to tell him that his son…

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Emotion can be good and bad

A GRIP ON SPORTS Senior days and the like mean a lot in college. The emotional lift of honoring someone or a group of someones who have given a lot to your institution can propel a team to a victory or cause a sentimental hangover.…

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Sunday morning Pac-12 links

From Pullman -- Some sterling defense in the second half wasn't enough for the Cougars to overcome Anthony Brown's stellar shooting in the first half as WSU fell to Stanford in men's hoops on Saturday. We've got the game story here and some post game…

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