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Washington Coach Sprinkle Addresses Oregon Meltdown, Ejection
Sprinkle takes responsibility for late-game mistakes that led to Huskies' loss
Published on Mar. 9, 2026
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University of Washington basketball coach Danny Sprinkle addressed the controversial four-point play at the end of the Huskies' loss to Oregon, as well as his subsequent ejection from the game. Sprinkle acknowledged that his team made mistakes in not fouling quickly enough to prevent Oregon's game-winning shot, and that he deserved to be ejected for his outburst towards the officials.
Why it matters
The loss to Oregon was another tough moment in a difficult season for the Huskies, who have struggled with injuries and inconsistent play. Sprinkle's comments provide insight into the challenges he and his team have faced, and highlight the intense emotions that can boil over during close, high-stakes games.
The details
With the Huskies leading 79-76 in the final seconds, Oregon's Kwame Evans Jr. hit a 3-pointer while being fouled, converting the four-point play to give the Ducks the lead. Sprinkle said his team was supposed to foul immediately to prevent Oregon from getting a shot off, but they failed to execute the plan. In the final seconds, Huskies player Hannes Steinbach was called for a foul, prompting Sprinkle to angrily confront the officials, leading to his ejection.
- With 22.5 seconds remaining, the Huskies took a 79-76 lead over Oregon.
- In the final seconds, Oregon's Kwame Evans Jr. hit a 3-pointer while being fouled, converting a four-point play to give the Ducks the lead.
The players
Danny Sprinkle
The head coach of the University of Washington basketball team.
Kwame Evans Jr.
An Oregon basketball player who hit the game-winning four-point play against Washington.
Hannes Steinbach
A Washington basketball player who was called for a foul in the final seconds of the game against Oregon.
What they’re saying
“In the timeout, we were very specific with how we were going to foul and when we were going to foul. We executed the first one and the second one we lost our minds. we were supposed to foul before they even got the shot off. They shouldn't' have been even able to make the second pass.”
— Danny Sprinkle, Head Coach, University of Washington
“I was upset at the play that occured where I thought we should have been shooting some free throws. I 100 percent deserved to be ejected.”
— Danny Sprinkle, Head Coach, University of Washington
What’s next
The Huskies will look to regroup as they head to Chicago for their next game.
The takeaway
This game highlighted the frustrations that have built up for Coach Sprinkle and the Huskies this season, as they've struggled with injuries, inconsistent play, and tough losses. Sprinkle's willingness to take responsibility for his actions shows his commitment to his team, even in difficult moments.
