A Storied Coach. A Storied Life.

Editor's Note: The following story is the final installment of a five-part series highlighting the members of the 2024 Washington State Athletic Hall of Fame Class. The Hall of Fame induction will take place, Sept. 6-7, at the Washington State University campus.

Part 1: Micaela Castain
In a Better Place

Part 2: Alissa Brooks-Johnson
Greatness from Small Beginnings

Part 3: Don Collins
Coug for Life

Part 4: DeWayne Patterson
The Sackmaster

Luke Falk appreciated how Mike Leach allowed him the freedom to check into plays he wanted.

However, Leach would get annoyed if his quarterback checked into too many runs.