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Remembering Jim Caple

The story of Jim Caple's life — his extraordinary sports-writing career, and his battle with ALS and dementia — written upon his death in October 2023 at age 61.

'You've always got to believe': Washington is one win away from a national championship

From New Orleans, the story of Washington's CFP semifinal win over Texas, and the swat that clinched it.

Inside Rome Odunze's long, strange trip home from Tucson

A collapsed lung prevented Washington's star receiver from flying home with the team. A fractured rib couldn't stop him from helping UW beat Oregon.

Nate Robinson needed a kidney. Shane Cleveland knew he could help

In February 2025, Nate Robinson and Shane Cleveland entered the UW Medical Center having never met. The two are forever bonded after doctors transplanted Shane’s kidney into the body of the UW legend.

Washington beat Oregon, and you had to hear it to believe it

Washington's 36-33 victory over Oregon was a watershed moment during the Huskies' magical 2023 season, and one of the loudest games ever at Husky Stadium.

A Pasadena snapshot, and a tale of perseverance

On the eve of the Apple Cup, get to know Kathy Warren, and consider the ties that bind.

Behind the scenes with Washington coach Kalen DeBoer

DeBoer let me tag along for a few hours before the Huskies' spring game. I learned more than I expected.

At Washington, John Mills carries a family legacy

On tunnels and five generations of UW ties.

'One of one': Dezmen Roebuck's early impact is no surprise in Marana, Ariz.

Ahead of his first college start, a look at Roebuck's Marana roots, and why his first college touchdown meant so much to a grieving family.

Inside Washington's nutrition overhaul

Come with me inside the Don James Center, new home to UW's athlete dining hall.

On Bob Rondeau, and life after work

The former voice of the Huskies retired nearly eight years ago. His life since is a study in retirement as a beginning, not an end.

Demond Williams Jr. has some explaining to do

The Huskies quarterback is staying, after all. Does that feel like a win to you?

In Houston, Washington's dream season meets an unsatisfying conclusion

Michigan wins, 34-13, and the Huskies fall one win shy of a national title.

Washington-Michigan wasn't a rematch, but it sure felt like revenge

The Huskies beat the No. 10 Wolverines, 27-17, and celebrated accordingly.

Just like that, Kalen DeBoer is gone

Four days after coaching in the national title game, DeBoer is leaving Washington for Alabama. It's a reminder that in college football, even the good guys make cutthroat decisions.

UWANIMAL just wants to have fun

Meet the guy whose videos have captivated UW Twitter — and caught the attention of Kalen DeBoer.

Washington leaving the Pac-12 is a total bummer — and totally necessary

Here lies the Pac-12.

On Matt Doherty, Washington's personnel department and what it takes to build a roster

How Doherty and his staff work to fulfill Jedd Fisch's vision for the program.

How will Washington pay athletes in a post-House world? A look at the contract template

Via public records request, we examine the NIL contract terms UW is presenting to its athletes.

Danny Sprinkle's family name is written in UW — and Seattle — history

His dad played football at Washington. The Sprinkle name runs even deeper.