Get ready for an action-packed week of college sports! As the leaves turn and the air gets crisp, our college athletes are gearing up for some intense battles. Let's dive into the schedule and see where your favorite teams will be making their mark.
The Heat is On: College Sports in the Fall
But here's where it gets controversial... or at least, a little chilly! As the weather cools down, the competition heats up. Let's explore the upcoming fixtures and uncover some hidden gems in the world of college sports.
Football Fever
- Oct. 18: UW (5-1) takes on Michigan at 9 a.m., a true test of their mettle. Meanwhile, WSU (3-3) travels to Virginia for a 3:30 p.m. kick-off, and EWU (2-4) hosts Idaho at 4 p.m. CWU (5-1) faces a tough challenge against Texas A&M at 6 p.m.
Volleyball: Spiking Excitement
- Oct. 17: BBCC (3-16) battles Blue Mountain at 6 p.m., and EWU (2-15) takes on Northern Colorado at the same time. UW (8-8) hosts Penn State at 7 p.m., a match-up that's sure to keep fans on the edge of their seats.
- Oct. 18: Gonzaga (9-7) faces Saint Mary's at noon, and WSU (11-5) hosts LMU at 1 p.m. BBCC (3-16) continues their journey against Treasure Valley at 2 p.m., while CWU (10-4) travels to Alaska Fairbanks for a 3 p.m. clash. UW (8-8) takes on Minnesota at 7 p.m.
- Oct. 22: BBCC (3-16) goes head-to-head with Yakima Valley at 6 p.m.
- Oct. 23: Gonzaga (9-7) travels to Santa Clara for a 6 p.m. showdown, and EWU (2-15) visits Portland State at 7 p.m.
- Oct. 24: BBCC (3-16) faces Columbia Basin at 6 p.m., and UW (8-8) hosts Wisconsin at 7 p.m.
Soccer Showdown
- Oct. 17: UW (7-3-2) travels to Rutgers for a 4 p.m. kick-off.
- Oct. 18: Gonzaga (3-5-3) hosts Oregon State.
- Oct. 20: UW (7-3-2) takes on Penn State at 3 p.m.
- Oct. 24: UW (7-3-2) hosts Ohio State at 7 p.m.
Women's Soccer: The Beautiful Game
- Oct. 18: CWU (3-3-3) visits Northwest Nazarene at 11:30 a.m., and WSU (4-5-4) hosts Gonzaga (5-8) at 7 p.m.
- Oct. 19: UW (9-1-5) travels to Wisconsin for a 1 p.m. match-up.
- Oct. 22: Gonzaga hosts Santa Clara at 6 p.m., and WSU (4-5-4) visits Oregon State at the same time.
- Oct. 23: CWU (3-3-3) travels to Seattle Pacific for a 5 p.m. fixture.
- Oct. 24: EWU (5-6-4) hosts Northern Arizona at 3 p.m.
Cross Country: Running into the Fall
- Oct. 17: Gonzaga, WSU, and UW compete at the Nuttycombe Invitational at 9:50 a.m.
- Oct. 18: EWU takes part in the George Oja Invitational at 10 a.m.
- Oct. 24: Gonzaga heads to the Sasquatch Invite.
Tennis: Serving Up Excitement
- Oct. 17-21: Gonzaga and UW compete at the ITA Regionals in Stockton, CA, a five-day tennis extravaganza.
Golf: Tee-ing Off
- Oct. 17-19: UW participates in the Stanford Intercollegiate.
- Oct. 20-22: WSU's men's team takes on the Saint Mary's Invitational in Monterey, CA, while the women's team heads to the Rainbow Wahine Invitational in Lihue, HI.
- Oct. 24: UW travels to the Golf Club of Georgia Collegiate.
Rowing: A Battle on the Water
- Oct. 18: Gonzaga and WSU face off at 9 a.m.
- Oct. 19: UW competes at the Head of the Charles in Boston, MA, at 10 a.m.
Swim: Diving into Competition
- Oct. 18: WSU takes part in the MPSF Open Water Championships at 9 a.m.
Men's Basketball: Hoops Action
- Oct. 19: UW (0-0) hosts UNLV at noon, and Gonzaga (1-0) welcomes Northwest at 2 p.m.
So, there you have it! A packed schedule of college sports to keep you entertained. Remember, these athletes are giving it their all, so let's show them some love and support. And this is the part most people miss... it's not just about the wins and losses; it's about the journey, the passion, and the memories made along the way. So, who's your favorite team, and why? Let's discuss in the comments!
