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Grittiness, Passion, & Competitiveness with WSU Volleyball Head Coach Jen Greeny

CougsFirst! Podcast EP. 34 – Jen Greeny Grit, passion, hard work, and competitiveness are the key ingredients needed to win. But behind all that is compassion, guidance, a good attitude, and effort. Together, these elements make up the WSU women’s volleyball team –and we’re here for it! Today, we are talking to the incredible Jen…

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Welcome New Members

Help us welcome these Coug businesses! Support these new members & “Cougle It” on the CougsFirst! Directory. We encourage you to “Think CougsFirst!” for your products and services! Apparel Engineering Entertainment Nonprofit & Fundraising Real Estate & Mortgage Restaurants & Catering Sports & Fitness Wine *Crimson or Custom Lead Sponsor Attend the CougsFirst! Spokane Show…

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Life After College Athletics with Katie Hyppa

CougsFirst! Podcast EP. 33 – Katie Grad Hyppa Have you ever wondered what it’s like being a student-athlete at a Division 1 university? Can they find the balance between being a student and an athlete? And do college athletes stay involved with their sport after graduation, or do they move on?  We’re answering these questions…

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Discounted Tickets for WSU vs. Stanford

Come Back Home for WSU Family Weekend Come back home for the Family Weekend football game vs. Stanford on Saturday, November 4th! Purchase discounted tickets through our CougsFirst! offer here. View the full football schedule here.

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Get Gameday Ready

Get Everything You Need for Cougar Football Cougar football is back! Watch the games at a Coug-owned bar or stock up for your own at-home viewing parties. The CougsFirst! Business Directory can help you find Coug-owned businesses for these needs and more! Beer & Cider Coug Gear & Gifts Catering Food Retail/Online Game Day Viewing…

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Building a Team Culture with Coach Jake Dickert

CougsFirst! Podcast EP. 32 – WSU Football Coach Jake Dickert Behind every great football team is a leader who instills strong core values in every player. A leader that teaches a player skills and mindset work that’s applicable on and off the field. When a team’s culture is built on communication, connection, discipline, trust, and…

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Support Pullman Businesses This Fall

Make a Trip to Pullman This Fall & Think CougsFirst! Many fun events are coming up soon in Pullman, including the National Lentil Festival, WSU Week of Welcome, Cougar Football Saturdays, and more! We encourage you to Think CougsFirst! and support local Pullman businesses while you’re in town. Find below a list of member businesses…

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Coug Businesses to Help You with Home Improvement Projects

Get Fall Ready & Think CougsFirst! Let a Coug professional handle your home, garden, and renovation tasks. The CougsFirst! Business Directory can provide you with recommendations for these needs and more! Architects & Construction Cleaning Services Furniture & Decor Interior Design & Renovation Landscaping & Yard Care Mortgage Painting Pool, Heating, & A/C Property Management…

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Plan Your Next Staycation with Cougs!

Think CougsFirst! for Vacations, Staycations, and Travel! Looking for ways to make the summer even better? Book a vacation, enjoy outdoor activities, and support Coug Businesses. The CougsFirst! Business Directory is here to help! Boating & Fishing Golf Hotels & Vacation Rentals Travel & Transportation Sports & Recreation *Crimson, Crimson Plus, or Custom Lead Sponsor…

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A Year in Review Letter from Executive Director, Tony Poston

The Past 365 Days of CougsFirst! When I was hired as the Executive Director of CougsFirst! a little more than a year ago, we set out on some pretty lofty goals. Today, I’m excited to reflect on the incredible journey we’ve been on throughout the last year! GROWTH IN REACH & IMPACT Our flagship event,…

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