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Keenan Womack

Keenan Womack

Joined: Aug 2, 2024

Keenan Womack is a sportswriter native to Dallas, Texas, who has spent the last 12 years in Austin, the home of his alma mater, the University of Texas. Keenan has covered sports for SB Nation, Bleacher Report, Rivals/Orangebloods, a host of his own sites and now, Fan Nation. Focusing on basketball, Keenan was on the beat for the Longhorns hoops team for the last two-and-a-half years before moving on to pursue other opportunities. He is married and lives with his wife close to the Moody Center, so they can continue to catch games together.

Mar 7, 2024; Pullman, Washington, USA; Washington State Cougars forward Andrej Jakimovski (23) is introduced before a game against the Washington Huskies at Friel Court at Beasley Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: James Snook-Imagn Images
Men's Basketball

Washington State Tops Portland State in Season Opener, 100-92

The Cougars had six players score in double figures in their win over the Vikings.

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Mar 7, 2024; Pullman, Washington, USA; Washington State Cougars fan holds up a Pac-2 flag during a basketball game against the Washington Huskies in the second half at Friel Court at Beasley Coliseum. Washington Huskies won 74-68. Mandatory Credit: James Snook-Imagn Images
Men's Basketball

Washington State Battles Portland State at Beasley Coliseum in Season Opener

The Cougars open the 2024 season on November 4 at home against the Vikings.

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Dec 13, 2022; Lubbock, Texas, USA; Eastern Washington Eagles head coach David Riley and assistant coach Pedro Garcia Rosado in the second half during the game against the Texas Tech Red Raiders at United Supermarkets Arena. Mandatory Credit: Michael C. Johnson-Imagn Images
Men's Basketball

Cougs MBB Head Coach David Riley Speaks to Media Ahead of 2024-25 Season

The Washington State Cougars tip off the 2024 season on November 4 against Portland State at Beasley Coliseum, as the fans will get their first taste of regular

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Mar 23, 2024; Omaha, NE, USA; Washington State Cougars guard Kymany Houinsou (31) and center Rueben Chinyelu (20) look on from the sidelines during the second half in the second round of the 2024 NCAA Tournament at CHI Health Center Omaha. Mandatory Credit: Steven Branscombe-Imagn Images
Men's Basketball

Freshman Tomas Thrastarson Is an Underrated Piece For Cougars' Future

One of three players from overseas on this Washington State roster, guard Tomas Thrastarson, signed on May 21 on 2024 from Thorlakshofn, Iceland, is a player th

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Feb 16, 2023; Pullman, Washington, USA; Washington State Cougars mascot Butch performs before a men s basketball game against the Oregon State Beavers at Friel Court at Beasley Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: James Snook-Imagn Images
Men's Basketball

Washington State Beats Colorado State in Secret Scrimmage

The Cougars played Colorado State in a secret scrimmage in Fort Collins on Sunday afternoon, winning 87-78 over an NCAA tournament team from last season.

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Dec 13, 2022; Lubbock, Texas, USA; Eastern Washington Eagles forward Cedric Coward (0) reacts in the second half during the game against the Texas Tech Red Raiders at United Supermarkets Arena. Mandatory Credit: Michael C. Johnson-Imagn Images
Men's Basketball

Cougar Wing Cedric Coward Voted Preseason First-Team All-WCC

Washington State was also picked to finish fifth in the West Coast Conference this season.

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Grizzlies’ Jaylen Wells (0) runs on the court as he is introduced during open practice at FedExForum in Memphis, Tenn., on Sunday, October 6, 2024.
Men's Basketball

Pro Cougs: Jaylen Wells Impresses in Preseason for Memphis Grizzlies

Former Washington State Cougar Jaylen Wells had a great night on Saturday in an NBA preseason game, where he scored 24 points on 9-for-18 from the field, includ

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Sep 20, 2024; Pullman, Washington, USA; Washington State Cougars head coach Jake Dickert looks on during a game against the San Jose State Spartans in the first half at Gesa Field at Martin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: James Snook-Imagn Images
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HC Jake Dickert's Comments After Cougars' 25-17 Win Over Fresno State

On Saturday, the Washington State Cougars improved their record to 5-1 overall by beating a scrappy Fresno State team, 25-17. They overcame a fourth-quarter def

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Feb 1, 2017; Pullman, WA, USA; The PAC 12 logo on the court before the game between the UCLA Bruins and the Washington State Cougars at Friel Court at Beasley Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: James Snook-Imagn Images
Men's Basketball

Interview with 2026 Washington State Basketball Commit Brayden Kyman

The forward prospect from Santa Margarita Catholic is excited about his opportunity to play for David Riley.

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Feb 15, 2024; Pullman, Washington, USA; Washington State Cougars celebrates during a men s basketball game against the California Golden Bears in the second half at Friel Court at Beasley Coliseum. Washington State Cougars won 84-65. Mandatory Credit: James Snook-Imagn Images
Men's Basketball

What Will the Power Forward Rotation Look Like for Washington State?

There are plenty of options for David Riley at the four spot.

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Mar 15, 2024; Las Vegas, NV, USA; A NCAA Wilson evo NXT official game basketball with the Pac-12 Conference logo at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
Men's Basketball

Washington State Coaches React to Gonzaga, Pac-12 News

The two Cougars basketball head coaches are fired up for a new rivalry.

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Mar 29, 2024; Detroit, MN, USA; Gonzaga Bulldogs head coach Mark Few leaves the court after being defeated by Purdue Boilermakers during the NCAA Tournament Midwest Regional at Little Caesars Arena. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images
Men's Basketball

Gonzaga Announces Move to Pac-12

The WCC staple announced it will join the Pac-12 in 2026.

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