The Cougars' disappointing season ends with a loss in the Holiday Bowl, raising questions about the university's commitment to football and the search for a new head coach.
The Holiday Bowl concluded on Friday night at 8:46 p.m., marking the end of Washington State's disappointing season. The Cougars, once on the verge of the College Football Playoff, suffered a three-game losing streak over 42 days, culminating in the loss of their tailback, offensive coordinator, quarterback, head coach, and ultimately, the bowl game. Despite a valiant effort against Syracuse at Snapdragon Stadium, the depleted Cougars fell short, losing 52-35.
Now, the focus shifts to the search for a new head coach, a crucial decision for WSU's future. The university's leadership structure, with Kirk Schulz stepping down as president this summer, raises questions about the commitment to funding and supporting a successful football program. Will the incoming president recognize the value of a winning team as a marketing tool? Will they collaborate with the board of regents, athletic director Anne McCoy, and resist pressure from the faculty to allocate the necessary resources for the Cougars to compete effectively in the restructured Pac-12 conference? While Chancellor Dave Cillay will oversee the Pullman campus, he ultimately reports to the system president, who retains control over WSU's overall spending, including athletics. The search for a new president, expected to commence in 2025, will be pivotal in determining the direction of the program
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