Good Friday morning, Dawg fans! While the Husky athletics calendar may be taking a breather—save for tonight's softball action in the Fayetteville Regional—there's still plenty to get you fired up. Let's dive into this week's "Dots" and see what's circling back around.

First up, a full-circle moment that's sure to bring a smile. Former Husky point guard Isaiah Thomas is returning to the Boston Celtics—not as a player this time, but as a pro and college scout. You'll remember Thomas finished fifth in MVP voting back in 2017, averaging a blistering 29 points per game during his time in Beantown. It's a homecoming that speaks volumes about his basketball IQ and the respect he's earned across the league.

On the diamond, UW Softball is making some noise of their own. Their regional opener against South Florida has been elevated to ESPN2, so set your alarms for 5 p.m. PT / 7 p.m. CT. It's a prime-time slot that shows just how far this team has come—and a perfect chance to see the Huskies shine on a national stage.

For those dreaming of bigger things, Caple breaks down how a 24-team College Football Playoff would have impacted UW in the CFP era. Spoiler: it's a fascinating "what if" that has fans buzzing about the future.

And here's a bit of Husky history you might not know. Turns out, Lord Byron may have played a role in why our colors are purple and gold instead of red, white, and blue. The story goes that an English instructor named Miss Frazier settled the debate by reading an excerpt from Byron's poem "The Destruction of Sennacherib": "The Assyrian came down like the wolf on the fold, And his cohorts were gleaming in purple and gold." Poetry in motion, indeed. (As a sidenote, if you haven't seen Guillermo Del Toro's take on Frankenstein on Netflix, it's a must-watch—dark, beautiful, and full of soul.)

That's all for today's Dots. Thanks for making this a part of your morning, and as always—Go Dawgs! Whether you're gearing up for softball or just soaking in the history, wear your purple and gold with pride.