509 Classic

Cougs vs Eags. This is what a basketball night in the 509 looks like. Photo highlights from WSU vs. EWU at Numerica Veterans Arena.

The 509 region recently lost a basketball legend and the father of Eastern Washington University head men’s basketball coach Dan Monson.

A native of Coeur d’Alene, Don Monson devoted his life to the game, coaching in Cheney, Pasco, and Moscow before spending his later years in Spokane. He passed away recently at the age of 92, leaving behind a legacy that shaped generations of players, coaches, and families across the 509.

In his honor, the 509 Classic and Numerica Credit Union are establishing the Don Monson Scholarship Fund, donating $5,000 to the Hooptown Youth League. This gift will help ensure underserved youth across our region have the opportunity to participate in basketball at no cost to them or their families.

His influence lives on.

The 509 region recently lost a basketball legend. A native of Coeur d’Alene, Don Monson’s coaching stops included Cheney, Pasco, and Moscow before spending his later years living in Spokane until recently passing at the age of 92. His impact on the community and game of basketball across the 509 is far and wide.

Today, in his honor, the 509 Classic and numericacu will be establishing the “Don Monson Scholarship Fund” by donating $5,000 to the Hooptown Youth League, allowing underserved youth in our region the opportunity to participate in basketball activities at no charge to them or their families.

Highlights via our partner KHQ Local News

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Before the lights came on for the 509 Classic, the future of Inland Northwest hoops took the floor.
Youth League athletes getting the full arena experience, where dreams start early and big stages feel possible.

GAME DAY. Tonight the Inland Northwest shows up.
WSU 🆚 EWU.
Rivalry. Community. Hoops.

🕖 Tip-off: 7:00 PM
📍 Numerica Veterans Memorial Arena
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Their support helps make the game possible and helps turn a rivalry into a true community event here in the Inland Northwest.

Thank you, Alliant, for showing up for the 509!