WSU Holds Saturday Scrimmage in Pullman

Cougars thankful for chance to challenge each other and continue improving

Apr. 12, 2026 at 1:07am

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A fragmented, cubist-style painting depicting the chaotic action of a college football scrimmage, with players and the field rendered in overlapping planes of green, gold, and white.A WSU football scrimmage breaks down into a dynamic, geometric study of athletic movement and competition.Spokane Today

The Washington State University football team held a scrimmage in Pullman, Washington on Saturday, giving the players a valuable opportunity to compete against each other and continue developing their skills ahead of the upcoming season.

Why it matters

As a major college football program, WSU relies on these types of scrimmages to evaluate talent, identify areas for improvement, and prepare the team for the rigors of the regular season schedule. The chance to scrimmage at home in Pullman is especially meaningful for the Cougars.

The details

The WSU football team held a closed-door scrimmage at their home stadium in Pullman on Saturday. The practice session allowed the players to challenge each other in a game-like setting as they work to refine their techniques and chemistry ahead of the 2026 season.

  • The scrimmage took place on Saturday, April 12, 2026 in Pullman, Washington.

The players

Washington State University

A public research university located in Pullman, Washington and a member of the Pac-12 Conference.

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What they’re saying

“We're really grateful to have this opportunity to scrimmage and keep pushing each other to get better. These sessions are invaluable for our development as a team.”

— Jake Dickert, Head Coach, Washington State University

The takeaway

WSU's spring scrimmage in Pullman demonstrates the program's commitment to preparing its players for the upcoming season through rigorous on-field work and healthy competition amongst teammates.