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Washington State hires South Dakota State's Jimmy Rogers as new coach

Washington State hired Jimmy Rogers of South Dakota State as its new head coach, the school announced Saturday. Rogers accepted a five-year deal, according to Washington State. Rogers, 37, went 27-3 in two seasons as head coach of FCS program South Dakota State. He guided the Jackrabbits to a 15-0 record and the 2023 national championship and went 12-3 in 2024. "Throughout the process, it was evident Jimmy embodies the qualities needed to lead our program: character, passion, vision and commitment. His coaching acumen is extremely high as is his work ethic, and the value he places on mentoring the young men in his program is evident," Cougars athletic director Anne McCoy said in a news release.