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Jim Walden's Legacy at WSU | Spokane News
Jim Walden, the legendary Washington State football coach who led the Cougars from 1978 to 1986, passed away at 88 — leaving behind a legacy built on grit, loyalty, and unwavering commitment. With two Pac-10 Coach of the Year honors and a historic Holiday Bowl appearance, Walden didn’t just win games; he built a culture. He convinced players to stay, rallied campus spirit with dawn patrols and bumper stickers, and nurtured athletes who thrived on and off the field. Choosing to stay at WSU over bigger programs, he laid the foundation for decades of Cougar success — a true architect of the…
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