Spokane Daily Local Headlines: March 2, 2026

Local Headlines

Spokane, WA – March 2, 2026 – Gonzaga stumbles at Saint Mary’s, the Chiefs host a cancer-fight night, and the Spokane Loppet hits Mount Spokane.


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Gonzaga takes a late-season hit at Saint Mary’s

Gonzaga’s men dropped a West Coast Conference road game Saturday, a result that sharpens the focus on health and rotation choices heading into the next phase of the season. With the conference tournament around the corner, the bigger takeaway locally is how the Bulldogs look when key pieces are limited and minutes tighten. The team now turns to regrouping, getting bodies back, and cleaning up the details that decide neutral-site games in March.

Chiefs win again on a sellout ‘Fight Cancer’ night

Spokane’s WHL club kept its momentum rolling with a 5-2 win over Tri-City in a packed arena, pairing another important result in the standings with a night built around cancer awareness and fundraising. The game featured a big performance from Spokane’s top scorers and a steady outing in net, as the Chiefs continued a strong stretch run with the postseason in sight.

Spokane Loppet brings skiers to Mount Spokane on March 1

Local winter sports shifted from the rink to the trails Sunday with the Spokane Loppet, a cross-country ski race held on Mount Spokane. Organizers promoted the event as a community-friendly race day that welcomes a range of abilities, turning the mountain into a gathering spot for racers, families, and spectators.

Quick take

  • It was a big weekend for Spokane-area sports, with college hoops, junior hockey, and a signature winter race all drawing attention.
  • Charity and community participation were a common thread, from themed game nights to outdoor events.
  • Looking ahead, the next week will feel like a pivot point as teams and fans shift into postseason mode.

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