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Gonzaga Advances to WCC Finals After Semifinal Wins

PUBLISHED Mar 10, 2026, 12:25 AM ET

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LAS VEGAS, Gonzaga's men's team defeated Oregon State 65-56 Monday to reach the West Coast Conference Tournament championship for a 29th consecutive season, led by Graham Ike's 24 points and 11 rebounds. Santa Clara defeated Saint Mary's to set up a Gonzaga–Santa Clara title game. Gonzaga will leave the WCC for the Pac-12 next season. On March 10, Gonzaga's women beat Oregon State 76-66, with Lauren Whittaker scoring 26 and earning tournament Most Outstanding Player honors, securing the Bulldogs an NCAA Tournament berth. Based on 6 articles reviewed and supporting research.

By James Porter | JQJO News

Timeline of Events

Feb. 7 — In the regular season, Graham Ike scored 35 points versus Oregon State.
Early March — Gonzaga men's team defeated Oregon State 65-56 in the WCC semifinal.
Early March — Santa Clara beat Saint Mary's to reach the WCC title game.
March 10 — Gonzaga women's team defeated Oregon State 76-66; Lauren Whittaker named tournament Most Outstanding Player.
Post-tournament — Gonzaga men's program prepares to transition from the WCC to the Pac-12 next season.

News Intelligence

Gonzaga's move to the Pac-12 next season could change the dynamics of college basketball. If you're a fan, it's worth keeping an eye on how this transition impacts the team's performance. For those in the Gonzaga community, this is a proud moment to celebrate.

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Who Benefited

Gonzaga University's men's and women's basketball programs benefited by advancing in WCC tournaments, increasing exposure and securing postseason positioning while the men's program prepares for a move to the Pac-12.

Who Impacted

Oregon State's men's season concluded at 17-16 after the semifinal loss, denying the Beavers further WCC tournament progress and postseason opportunity; their program lost the immediate chance for a conference title.

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