Wooden Achievement Award To Mark, Marcy Few Jun 19, 2008
BOISE, Idaho - Gonzaga University head men's basketball coach and his wife Marcy have been named 2008 recipients of the World Sports Humanitarian Hall of Fame Nell and John Wooden Coaching Achievement Award ... "Our commitment to the players will always go far beyond the basketball court with a goal of producing the complete individual, one that Gonzaga University will be proud of long after their playing days." ... Nell and John Wooden Coaching Achievement Award Recipients 2008 - Marcy and ,... (Gozags.com)
Gonzaga's Pargo Withdraws From NBA Draft Jun 18, 2008
(Sports Network) - Gonzaga University junior guard Jeremy Pargo announced Monday that he is withdrawing from the upcoming NBA Draft. Pargo had announced on April 15 that he would make himself available for the draft but did not hire an agent, leaving open the option to return to school. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Pargo Withdraws From NBA Draft Jun 17, 2008
- Gonzaga University guard has withdrawn his name from the 2008 NBA Draft and will return to the Bulldogs for his senior season. "After careful consideration, I have decided to withdraw from the 2008 NBA Draft. Playing in the NBA is definitely a goal of mine and one I am confident I will accomplish," Pargo said Monday as he was en route home to spend time with family prior to his return to Gonzaga. (Gozags.com)
Former Bulldog Ching Scores Twice In 8-0 Rout Jun 16, 2008
Dempsey and former Gonzaga University standout scored two goals apiece, Landon Donovan, Michael Bradley and Eddie Johnson each had one, and. Barbados' Daryl Ferguson had an own goal. (Gozags.com)
Historic Roslyn faces change Jun 15, 2008
Barich, 76, worked as a miner at the No. 3 Mine in Ronald for a time before going on to study education at Gonzaga University. He spent most of his career in education, working as a principal in a West Side school district. (Ellensburg Daily Record, WA)
Dennis Kalina Assumes NACMA Presidency Jun 14, 2008
DALLAS - Dennis Kalina, Gonzaga University associate athletic director/development, assumed the presidency of the National Association of Collegiate Marketing Administrators (NACMA) at the organization's 17th annual national convention that concluded Thursday. Gonzaga also received an award at the convention for its women's basketball commercial from this past season, taking a bronze in Group II for promoting upcoming women's basketball games. (Gozags.com)
Martin Earns Freshman All-America Accolades Jun 14, 2008
- Gonzaga University pitcher has been named to the Pro-Line Athletic National Collegiate Baseball Writers of America (NCBWA) Freshman All-America Second Team. The 6-2, 200-pound right-hander from Dos Palos, Calif. (Gozags.com)
Last but not least: Tokay graduates two weeks late Jun 13, 2008
Gonzaga University Scholarship 70,120. Tony Pierucci. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
NACMA Elects New Officers and Board of Directors Jun 12, 2008
Dallas, TX - At the 17th Annual National Association of Collegiate Marketing Administrators (NACMA) Convention at the Hilton Anatole Hotel in Dallas, the members chose Dennis Kalina, associate athletics director for development at the Gonzaga University to serve as president in 2008-09 ... 440/892-4000 President Mary Pink Associate Athletics Director for Marketing Iowa State University 1st Vice President Dennis Kalina Associate Athletic Director for Development Gonzaga University 2nd Vice... (Nacda.com)
Hanna McClintock Named CRCA All-America Jun 12, 2008
- Gonzaga University women's rowing junior has been named to the Collegiate Rowing Coaches Association (CRCA) All-America second team. McClintock is only the second women's rower and first rower since 2004 to garner CRCA All-America accolades. (Gozags.com)
NACMA Recognizes Northern Michigan as the 2008 Community Engagement Award of Excellence Jun 10, 2008
440/892-4000 President Mary Pink Associate Athletics Director for Marketing Iowa State University 1st Vice President Dennis Kalina Associate Athletic Director for Development Gonzaga University 2nd Vice President Brent Seebohm Vice President/GM IMG College/University of Arizona 3rd Vice President Jeff Bain Director of Athletics Martin Methodist College If you would like to become a NACMA sponsor or receive more information on sponsorship opportunities, please contact at 412-383-5360. (Nacda.com)
Sarah Reijonen Named Communication Specialist Jun 10, 2008
- Gonzaga University Associate Athletic Director/ Athletic Development Director Dennis Kalina announced the promotion of Sarah Reijonen to Communications Specialist. Reijonen has served as the program assistant for the Athletic Development Office the past year before being promoted into her new role. (Gozags.com)
Zag Freshman 8+ Finishes 13th In The Nation Jun 8, 2008
CAMDEN, N.J. - The Gonzaga University men's rowing Freshman 8+ won its second race in as many days to finish 13th in the nation at the IRA National Championships. The Bulldogs, rowing on Cooper River in Camden, N.J., took gold in the 3rd Level Final on Saturday, squeaking out an impressive one and a half second victory. (Gozags.com)
Honors and plans of Corvallis High grads Jun 8, 2008
Daniel Raymond Alig: Gonzaga University, Undecided; Gonzaga University Trustee Scholarship, OSAA Scholar Athlete, National Honor Society ... Courtney Ann Quinn: Gonzaga University, Mechanical Engineering; Gonzaga Trustee Scholarship, National Merit Scholarship, Fine Arts Student of the Month for band, theater, AP Scholar with Honors, Top ten Oregon Invitational Math Tournament 2006 Lettered in Drama and Choir, National Merit Finalist, OSAA Activity Scholar, National Honor Society. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Two SMC Rowers Invited to 2008 National Team Camps Jun 7, 2008
2008 Women's National Team Freshman Camp Invitees Sarah Arndt, Washington State University Olivia Coffey, Harvard University Emily Crosby, University of Notre Dame Bianca Czaderna, Williams College Lisa Godhart, University of Wisconsin Mary Jeghers, University of California Lauren Johnson, Washington State University Alyssa Kast, University of Minnesota Lesley King, Duke University , Saint Mary's College Katherine Linnemanstons, University of Notre Dame Grace Luczak, University of Michigan Carol... (Smcgaels.com)
Men's Rowing Freshman 8+ Wins Semifinal Race Jun 7, 2008
CAMDEN, N.J. - The Gonzaga University men's rowing Freshman 8+ won the semifinal 3 Friday on the second day of the IRA National Championships held at Cooper River in Camden, N.J. The Bulldogs, clocking in their first finish of the championships under six minutes, won their race by four seconds to claim a spot in the 3rd Level Final on Saturday. The Varsity 8+ placed fifth in their semifinal to garner a spot in the 4th Level Final tomorrow. (Gozags.com)
Van Winkle Selected In MLB Draft Jun 7, 2008
- , of the Gonzaga University baseball team, was selected in the 39th round of the 2008 Major League Baseball First-Year Player Draft Friday. The catcher was selected by the Houston Astros as the 1172nd overall pick. (Gozags.com)
Mixed Results For Zags at IRA's Jun 6, 2008
CAMDEN, N.J. - The Gonzaga University men's rowing squad opened the 2008 IRA National Championships with mixed results Thursday at Cooper River in Camden, N.J. The Freshman 8+ boat placed third in its morning heat race and then finished second in its Repachage race. The Varsity 8+ had a harder time in its heat race, where it raced against three top-15 squads, finishing sixth. (Gozags.com)
Crescent Valley honors Jun 6, 2008
Nathan Adamski: Certificate of Initial Mastery, Jed Kesey-Lorenzo West Memorial Wrestling Scholarship, Gonzaga Academic Scholar Award, will attend Gonzaga University ... Andrew Brew: Certificate of Initial Mastery, OSAA Farmers Insurance Group Activity Scholar Award, Wind Ensemble, 2nd Place OSAA Band Competition, Gonzaga Dean s Scholar Award, will attend Gonzaga University ... Jessica Gray: Certificate of Initial Mastery, CV Scholar, National Honor Society, OSAA Farmers Insurance Group Activity... (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
- Senior introductions Jun 2, 2008
SEDRO-WOOLLEY HIGH SCHOOL Name: Kathryn McGoffin Age: 18 Plans after high school: McGoffin wants to study business at Gonzaga University. Person who made a difference in high school career: This person is not a teacher, but she works at my school. (Anacortes Weekly, WA)
Four Women's Rowers Earn CRCA Accolades May 31, 2008
- Four Gonzaga University women's rowers have garnered Collegiate Rowing Coaches Association (CRCA) honors. Junior earned first team All-West Region accolades, while junior , senior and senior were all tabbed for the All-Academic Team. (Gozags.com)
Men's Tennis Signs Polish Standout May 31, 2008
- Tomasz Falkowski has signed a national letter of intent to join the Gonzaga University men's tennis team, as announced by head coach , Friday. Falkowski will join the Zags in the fall of 2008 from Poland. (Gozags.com)
S. Fremont's Adams to Play at Next Level May 31, 2008
"Sevareid first met Adams, while working with at Gonzaga University in Spokane, Wash.In his senior season at South Fremont, Adams led the Cougars in scoring at roughly 16 points a game, which led the Mountain River Conference.Adams also averaged six assists per game.He was named to the Mountain River Conference's first team. He was also selected as an all-state honorable mention."Presentation College is truly getting a great individual in Jesse," said South Fremont coach Dan McClure. "Jesse is a... (Rexburg Standard Journal, ID)
Santiam High to send off 41 seniors May 30, 2008
0 GPA, and plans to attend Gonzaga University in Spokane, Wash. in the fall to major in political science or pre-law. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Kelly Steinhaus Earns All-Academic Honor May 29, 2008
- Gonzaga University women's rower has been named to the ESPN The Magazine Academic All-District Women's At-Large Team as selected by members of the College Sports Information Directors of America (CoSIDA). Steinhaus earned first-team honors in District 8 which includes student-athletes from NCAA Division I Institutions in Alaska, Arizona, California, Hawaii, Idaho, Nevada, Utah and Washington. (Gozags.com)
Winters Invited To National Team Freshman Camp May 29, 2008
- Gonzaga University freshman women's rower is one of 24 rowers that have been invited to the 2008 Women's National Team Freshman Camp to be held June 16-21 at Cornell University in Ithaca, New York. The team will be coached by Cornell Varsity head coach Hilary Gehman. (Gozags.com)
Zags Name Pat Tyson Cross Country, Track Coach May 29, 2008
- New head coach Pat Tyson doesn't think it will be too long before the Gonzaga University cross country and track and field programs will be off and running. Bulldog athletic director Mike Roth on Wednesday announced the hiring of the Spokane coaching legend to become the first fulltime cross country/track and field coach in the history of the program. (Gozags.com)
Zags To Send Two Boats To IRA's May 28, 2008
- The Gonzaga University men's rowing program received two bids to the IRA National Championships as qualifiers were announced by the competition committee Sunday. Gonzaga will enter a Varsity 8+ and Freshman 8+ in this year's races set for June 5-7 at Cooper River in Camden, N.J. This is the first time in program history the Varsity 8+ has earned a bid in the IRA National Championships, and the second time overall the Freshman 8+ claimed a bid. (Gozags.com)
Final kick leads Tacoma Baptist to 2B track title May 25, 2008
Northport senior Kaprina Goodwin, headed to Gonzaga University on a volleyball scholarship, picked up repeat 1B titles in the 100 hurdles (15. 40), 300 hurdles (46. (Longview Daily News, WA)
TVCCs Edman named NWAACC MVP May 24, 2008
Edman recently signed with Gonzaga University, and he said he was excited for the opportunity to continue playing baseball at the next level. Baumann said Edman realized his dreams at TVCC and put in the work to achieve them. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
Michelle Elliott Joins Women's Basketball Staff May 22, 2008
- Gonzaga University women's basketball head coach has announced the hiring of as an assistant on the Zags coaching staff ... "She exemplifies everything that is good about Gonzaga University and our basketball program. She is a great natural leader, always positive and very enthusiastic. Michelle is extremely bright and articulate and knows and believes in our coaching staff, team, and system. I anticipate that she will continue to inspire our players as a coach just like she did as a player... (Gozags.com)
Four Bulldogs Earn All-WCC Recognition May 22, 2008
- Four members of the Gonzaga University baseball team earned All-West Coast Conference accolades Wednesday, as announced by the conference office. highlights the pack, earning All-WCC accolades, while , and were awarded honorable mention honors. (Gozags.com)
Toreros Prep for WCC Championship Series May 22, 2008
Romanski's no-hitter is the sixth in program history and first since March 23, 1996, when Bart Miadich no-hit Gonzaga University. MATUSZ NAMED SEMIFINALIST FOR THREE AWARDS: Junior All-American has been named a semifinalist for both the Dick Howser Trophy, the Golden Spikes award and Roger Clemens award. (Usdtoreros.com)
Continue reading May 21, 2008
If Dos Palos could upset Chowchilla, the Vikings won't have to worry about facing Cody Martin, who is now at Gonzaga University. Martin recently set a new Gonzaga record with his eighth save of the season in the Zags' win over defending national champion Oregon State on April 30. (Kingsburg Recorder, CA)
Women's Basketball Announces Coaching Additions May 20, 2008
Payne is no stranger to the West Coast Conference as she served as an assistant coach with Mountain at Gonzaga University and was a student-athlete at Saint Mary's College. With the Bulldogs, she served as an assistant coach with Mountain at Gonzaga University. (Santaclarabroncos.com)
Novice 8+ Takes Fifth At Pac-10 Championship May 20, 2008
- The Gonzaga University women's rowing Novice 8+ placed fifth at the Pacific-10 Conference Championships, while the Varsity 4+ earned a sixth place finish Sunday afternoon at Lake Natoma just outside Sacramento, Calif. The Gonzaga Varsity 8+ and Second Varsity 8+ both earned second place finishes in their respective Petite Finals to garner eighth place finishes overall. (Gozags.com)
Zags Fall In Season Finale May 20, 2008
- The Gonzaga University baseball team dropped the final game of the 2008 campaign 11-1 to Loyola Marymount University Sunday in Los Angeles. led the Bulldogs on the afternoon, going 2-for-4 with a run batted in. (Gozags.com)
McKimmy Leads Baseball to 30th Win May 18, 2008
- The Gonzaga University posted its 30th win of the season Saturday, marking the first time in 26 years that the Zags have earned 30 or more wins in back-to-back seasons. led the Bulldogs, going 3-for-4 with four runs batted in as Gonzaga defeated Loyola Marymount 8-7 in Los Angeles, Calif. (Gozags.com)
Pac-10 Championsips On Tap For Zags May 17, 2008
- The Gonzaga University women's rowing program will enter four boats in this Sunday's Pacific-10 Conference Championship set to take place at Lake Natoma in Sacramento, Calif. The Zags will enter boats in the Varsity 8+, Second Varsity 8+, Novice 8+ and Varsity 4+ races. (Gozags.com)
Two Players Join Women's Basketball Squad May 17, 2008
- Gonzaga University women's basketball head coach has announced the addition of two players to the 2008-09 squad. Joining the Bulldogs next fall will be Katelan Redmon, a 6-1 guard/forward transfer from the University of Washington, and Kelly Bowen, a 6-0 wing/forward who completed high school at St. Peter's College in Victoria, Australia. (Gozags.com)
'Pops will have some company; roster moves May 17, 2008
Travis Lucian, who is completing his junior year at Gonzaga University (Wash. will join Pappadopoulos to provide color analysis for road games. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Baseball Set To Finish 2008 Season In Los Angeles May 16, 2008
UP TO BAT: Gonzaga University will wrap-up the 2008 season this weekend with games at Loyola Marymount University in Los Angeles ... LAST WCC OUTING: Gonzaga University dropped a three-game West Coast Conference series to the University of San Francisco 2-1 two weeks ago in the final weekend of home games for the Bulldogs ... CONTINGENCY PLAN: Due to inclement weather in Spokane, the scheduled three-game West Coast Conference series between Gonzaga University and Pepperdine University that was... (Gozags.com)
Juneau's Flynn named soccer player of the year May 14, 2008
Flynn has signed a letter of intent to play soccer at Division I Gonzaga University in the fall. Flynn, a five-year member of the U.S. Youth Soccer Olympic Development Program, now becomes a finalist for the Gatorade national player of the year award, to be announced later this month. (Anchorage Daily News)
Bulldogs Fall In Extra Innings To Cougars May 14, 2008
- The Gonzaga University wrapped up the home slate of the 2008 schedule Tuesday, falling 7-5 to Washington State University in 11 innings at Patterson Baseball Complex and Washington Trust Field in Spokane. Gonzaga (28-22) reliever (4-1) suffered his first loss of the season, allowing two runs, both unearned, on one hit over the final 3. (Gozags.com)
University names Groves permanent dean of students May 13, 2008
The two other finalists were Phil Riordan, associate vice president for student affairs at Millersville University in Pennsylvania, and Beth Hellwig, dean of students at Gonzaga University. "It was an expensive national search and the committee was pleased to receive a large number of excellent applications but when it was all over [Groves] stood out," search committee chair Maurice Apprey, who is also dean of the Office of African-American Affairs, stated in an e-mail. (The Cavalier Daily, VA)
Wiegand Records Three Hits In Loss May 13, 2008
- Junior recorded three hits and his 60th run batted in of the season Monday night as the Gonzaga University baseball team dropped an 8-5 decision to Lewis-Clark State College at Patterson Baseball Complex and Washington Trust Field in Spokane. Gonzaga (28-21) used six pitchers in the contest, as starter (2-2) suffered the loss, allowing two runs on five hits over the opening three innings. (Gozags.com)
Anthony's Scholarship Dinner A Success May 10, 2008
- Gonzaga University and Anthony's Restaurant joined together for the third annual Student-Athlete Scholarship Benefit Dinner and Auction May 1 at Anthony's at Spokane Falls ... Anthony's at Spokane Falls opened in 2004 and has teamed with Gonzaga University as a corporate partner since joining the Spokane community. (Gozags.com)
Baseball Closes Home Slate With LCSC, WSU May 9, 2008
UP TO BAT: Monday and Tuesday Gonzaga University will wrap-up the home slate of the 2008 season with games against Lewis-Clark State College and Washington State University ... LAST OUTING: Gonzaga University dropped a three-game West Coast Conference series to the University of San Francisco 2-1 last weekend in the final weekend of home games for the Bulldogs ... LIVE ON THE RADIO: The Gonzaga University baseball team will have two remaining games aired live on the radio in the greater Spokane... (Gozags.com)
Bulldog Club Honors Josten, Elliott, Zuckerman May 8, 2008
- Gonzaga University men's soccer player and women's basketball player Michelle Elliott were named the Bulldog Club Male and Female Athletes of the Year, respectively, at Wednesday's Senior Athletes Social which honored the Bulldogs 60 student-athletes who comprise the Class of 2008. Josten and women's soccer player were also named the Male and Female Scholar Athletes of the Year, respectively. (Gozags.com)
Dan Gehn Named WIRA Coach of the Year May 6, 2008
- Four Gonzaga University men's rowers were named to the All-WIRA team after the completion of its annual regatta this past weekend at Lake Natoma just outside of Sacramento, Calif. Three rowers earned first-team honors while another was tabbed for second-team accolades. (Gozags.com)
Heid Named WCC Player of the Week May 6, 2008
- , an outfielder for Gonzaga University, has been named the West Coast Conference Player of the Week, as announced by the conference office Monday. The honor is the twice in as many weeks for Heid, as well as the sixth weekly accolade for a Zag this season. (Gozags.com)
Bulldogs Take Silver In Varsity 8+, Novice 8+ May 5, 2008
- The Gonzaga University men's rowing program capped off a successful weekend by winning silver in two events and bronze in another as the 2008 WIRA Championships came to a close on Sunday. The Bulldogs took second and earned a silver medal in both the Varsity 8+ and Novice 8+, while the Junior Varsity 8+ took third in the Grand Final to earn a bronze medal. (Gozags.com)
Zags Win Gold In Varsity 8+, 2nd Varsity 8+ May 5, 2008
- The Gonzaga University women's rowing team had a extremely successful end to the 2008 WIRA Championships on Sunday as the Bulldogs won gold in two events and silver in two other events. The Bulldogs won the Varsity 8+ and Second Varsity 8+ race for the third time in four years. (Gozags.com)
Winston Shines On Senior Day As Zags Fall May 5, 2008
- Senior went 3-for-5 with a run scored on Senior Day Sunday as the Gonzaga University baseball team fell 9-6 to the University of San Francisco at Patterson Baseball Complex and Washington Trust Field. The game was the rubber game of the three-game West Coast Conference series as the Dons earned the series win 2-1. (Gozags.com)
Fly-fishing show May 4, 2008
has different approach Spokane television personality Greg Heister has launched "Seasons on the Fly," a weekly Northwest travel and fly-fishing program (10 a.m. Sunday, FSN) that regularly features Gonzaga University men's basketball coach Mark Few. "Mark and I have been fishing together for about eight years, so he ends up on a lot of programs," Heister, the play-by-play announcer for Gonzaga men's basketball, told Rich Landers of The (Spokane) Spokesman-Review. (OregonLive, OR -- Sports)
Women's Rowing Dominates WIRA Championships May 4, 2008
- The Gonzaga University women's rowing team, coming off its 11th West Coast Conference Championship, advanced all four boats to the Sunday's Grand Finals as the first day of the 2008 WIRA Championships came to a close on Saturday. The Bulldogs will have a chance to win their third title in four years in both the Varsity 8+ and Second Varsity 8+ as both boats advanced after placing first in each of their heats. (Gozags.com)
Chatwood's Walk-Off Home Run Lifts GU 6-5 May 4, 2008
- hit a solo walk-off home run in the bottom of the ninth for Gonzaga University Saturday as the Bulldogs defeated the University of San Francisco 6-5 at Patterson Baseball Complex and Washington Trust Field in Spokane, Wash. The three-game West Coast Conference series between the Zags and Dons is now tied 1-1. (Gozags.com)
Three Zag Boats In WIRA Grand Finals Sunday May 4, 2008
- The Gonzaga University men's rowing team had a strong first day at the 2008 WIRA Championships at Lake Natoma just outside of Sacramento, Calif. Saturday. (Gozags.com)
Zags Fall To Dons 7-5 In Series Opener May 3, 2008
- recorded three singles and extended his hit streak to 18 games as the Gonzaga University baseball team dropped a 7-5 West Coast Conference decision to the University of San Francisco Friday night at Patterson Baseball Complex and Washington Trust Field. A five run fourth inning by the Dons proved to be the deciding factor in the game. (Gozags.com)
Women's Rowing Captures 11th WCC Championship May 3, 2008
- The Gonzaga University women's rowing program continued to dominate the West Coast Conference as it won its 11th WCC Championship in 12 years Friday by sweeping all three races. The Bulldogs claimed the championship easily winning all three races by open water and by an average of 11 seconds. (Gozags.com)
Martin Named To Roger Clemens Award Watch List May 3, 2008
- , a pitcher for the Gonzaga University baseball team, has been named to the watch list for the 2008 Roger Clemens Award. The award is given annually to the top pitcher in college baseball. (Gozags.com)
WIRA Championships On Tap for Men's Rowing May 3, 2008
- The Gonzaga University men's rowing squad heads to Lake Natoma in Sacramento, Calif. to compete in this weekend's WIRA Championships. (Gozags.com)
Women's Rowing to Compete In WCC Rowing Championships Friday May 2, 2008
Gonzaga University has dominated the championship, claiming 10 of the previous 11 titles. Loyola Marymount University broke the Bulldogs' streak in 2006, taking home the conference title. (Smcgaels.com)
Business briefs May 2, 2008
He obtained a Master of Science degree in Human Resources from Gonzaga University, where he taught a Management Fundamentals course as an Adjunct Professor in the school s MBA program. Profit and Loss: KeyCorp has reported first quarter income of 218 million, or 54 cents per common share. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Zags Welcome National Champions To Spokane May 2, 2008
UP TO BAT: Gonzaga University will host two-time defending national champion No. 23 Oregon State University for a two-game midweek series this week ... LAST OUTING: Last weekend, the Gonzaga University baseball team took two-of-three games from Saint Mary's College in West Coast Conference action in Moraga ... LIVE ON THE RADIO: The Gonzaga University baseball team will have seven remaining games aired live on the radio in the greater Spokane area this season. (Gozags.com)