Andy Patton

Joined: Aug 12, 2025

Andy Patton is a diehard fan and alumnus of Gonzaga, graduating in 2013. He’s been the host of the Locked On Zags podcast covering Gonzaga basketball since 2021, and one of two co-hosts on the Locked On College Basketball podcast since 2022. In addition to covering college basketball, Andy has dabbled in sports writing and podcasting across nearly every major sport dating back to 2017. He was a beat writer covering the Seattle Seahawks from 2017–2021 for USA TODAY, where he also spent one year each covering the USC Trojans and Oregon Ducks, and had a stint as the lead writer for College Sports Wire. Andy has also written about the NBA, NHL, and MLB for various news outlets through TEGNA, including KREM in Spokane, CBS8 in San Diego, and KING 5 in Seattle. After stints in Spokane and Seattle, Andy is back in Oregon near his hometown with his wife, daughter, and dog.

Gonzaga Bulldogs head coach Mark Few and guard Davis Fogle.

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In a massive blow for Mark Few and the Gonzaga Bulldogs, German guard Jack Kayil will stay in the 2026 NBA draft rather than joining the Zags for the 2026-27 se

Feb 26, 2026; Spokane, Washington, USA; Gonzaga Bulldogs head coach Lisa Fortier (right) stands for the National Anthem before a game against the Saint Mary's Gaels at McCarthey Athletic Center.

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Roster retention was a key goal of Lisa Fortier and the Gonzaga women's basketball program this offseason, with only one player from last year's NCAA Tournament

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Mark Few and the Gonzaga Bulldogs beefed up the frontcourt rotation with the news that 6'10 Spanish forward Izan Almansa has committed to join the team in the 2

March 30, 2019; Anaheim, CA, USA; Gonzaga Bulldogs forward Brandon Clarke (15) and guard Zach Norvell Jr. (23) react after a three point basket against the Texas Tech Red Raiders during the first half in the championship game of the west regional of the 2019 NCAA Tournament at Honda Center.

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Former Gonzaga Bulldogs forward Brandon Clarke has passed away at the age of 29, announced the Memphis Grizzlies on Tuesday. A cause of death has not been revea

Feb 18, 2024; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Team ELY guard Trevelin Queen (21) of the Osceola Magic shoots the ball defended by Team BallIsLife forward Izan Almansa (33) G League Ignite during the G-League Next Up game at Indiana Convention Center.

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Mark Few and the Gonzaga Bulldogs have dipped into the international well to bolster their once again, although this most recent addition comes with a twist. 6'

Gonzaga Bulldogs forward Graham Ike (15).

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Under Mark Few, Gonzaga has consistently been among the best places for post players to develop professionally - with six current big men playing in the NBA in

Feb 25, 2026; Eugene, Oregon, USA; Oregon Ducks guard Wei Lin (23) drives to the basket against Wisconsin Badgers guard Nick Boyd (2) during the first half at Matthew Knight Arena.

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Mark Few and the Gonzaga Bulldogs have long succeeded at recruiting internationally, dating back 20+ years with the likes of Ronny Turiaf and JP Batista, and cu

Recruit Sam Funches and his family watch Gonzaga’s Kraziness in the Kennel at the McCarthey Athletic Center.

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The Gonzaga Bulldogs have one of the strongest recruiting classes in program history set to join the team in 2026-27. While German guard Jack Kayil has garnered

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Mark Few has taken the Gonzaga Bulldogs to the NCAA Tournament every single year he has been the head coach, and he never needed an expanded 76 team field to ge

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Gonzaga Bulldogs commit Jack Kayil earned major recognition for his performance this season with Alba Berlin, winning the Bundesliga's Under-22 Player of the Ye

Nov 24, 2025; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Gonzaga Bulldogs forward Braden Huff (34) shoots against Alabama Crimson Tide forward Keitenn Bristow (10) during the second half in a 2025 Players Era Festival group play game at MGM Grand Garden Arena.

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Mark Few and the Gonzaga Bulldogs have never been afraid to challenge themselves during the non-conference portion of the schedule, which is what made the Playe

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Gonzaga head coach Mark Few has long been a trusted voice in the college basketball space - in part because he's never been one to mince words. Few has long mad

Andy Patton

Joined: Aug 12, 2025

3 biggest concerns facing Gonzaga entering 2026-27

Where Gonzaga freshmen stand in updated 247Sports rankings

Gonzaga’s top transfer portal guard options after Jack Kayil’s NBA draft decision

G League-to-college pipeline: How former pros have performed in NCAA basketball

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Projected Gonzaga starter Jack Kayil expected to stay in NBA draft

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Gonzaga women's basketball lands first transfer portal commitment

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What Gonzaga’s lineup and rotation look like after Izan Almansa commitment

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Former Gonzaga Bulldogs forward Brandon Clarke dies at 29

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Former G League Ignite star Izan Almansa commits to Gonzaga

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How Graham Ike's G League Combine performance could affect his NBA draft stock

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3 international sophomores Gonzaga should pursue out of the transfer portal

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Gonzaga commit Sam Funches invited to USA Basketball U18 training camp

Gonzaga could face former rival in ESPN NCAA Tournament bracketology

Gonzaga commit Jack Kayil earns prestigious award in Germany's Bundesliga

Players Era Festival reveals new bracket format for 2026, what it means for Gonzaga

Mark Few calls NCAA Tournament expansion ‘totally unnecessary’