THURSDAY, AUG. 30 2012
SPECIAL SECTION
SPOKESMAN.COM/SPORTS
FOOTBALL 2012
DAN PELLE PHOTO danp@spokesman.com
The new guy When Washington State announced the hiring of Mike Leach last November, the highly successful coach appeared to find a perfect match for his unconventional offense and interesting personality STORY, PAGES 10-13
Eagles
Vandals
Pirates
Preps
Quarterback Kyle Padron keeps the Southern Methodist University connection alive, stepping into the big shoes left by former SMU teammate Bo Levi Mitchell. The junior transfer has made a smooth transition and is focused on team-oriented goals. Pages 14-15
It’s been a rough summer for the Idaho Vandals, and for new quarterback Dominique Blackman. The 6-5, 251-pound junior transfer from Old Dominion, known for his quick release, has turned his focus to leading the Vandals. Page 16
Whitworth quarterback Bryan Peterson has always had a live arm, and it helped him put together solid first-year numbers. With greater understanding of his reads, big things are predicted for the former West Valley star and minor league baseball player. Page 17
The Mead Panthers look like the team to beat in the Greater Spokane League, and two-time Idaho 5A State champion Coeur d’Alene is shooting for an unprecedented third straight title. Check out our previews of all the area football leagues. Pages 2-8