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Offensive coordinator/offensive line coach Conor Riley teaches the offensive line before the Pop-Tarts Bowl. Riley served as interim OC for the game and was named permanent OC along with Matt Wells as co-OC for the 2024 season.

K-State OC Conor Riley expected to be hired by Dallas Cowboys

Toby Hammes, sports editor February 7, 2025
K-State's standout OC, offensive line coach reunites with former Wildcats in Dallas.
From left to right, sophomore Nick Enlgish, redshirt junior Kyan Lodice, head coach Pete Hughes, senior Ty Ruhl and senior David Bishop talk to the media ahead of the 2025 Kansas State baseball season. The Wildcats made the program's first super regional since 2013 last season, "setting the standard" in the program.

K-State baseball looks to build off Super Regional appearance

Toby Hammes, sports editor February 5, 2025
How will the Bat ‘Cats look in 2025?
Runningback DJ Giddens celebrates after bursting into the end zone for his first touchdown of the night against Cincinnati on Nov. 23. Giddens led the Wildcats on offense with 143 yards of rushing, 39 receiving yards, and two touchdowns  against Cincinnati in his final career game at Bill Snyder Family Stadium.

NFL Draft Preview | K-State FB stars look forward to being called on draft night

Brayden Meseke, staff writer February 5, 2025
Former Wildcats who look to continue K-State’s rise of producing NFL talent.
K-State guard Serena Sundell works against TCU’s Hailey Van Lith during at Bramlage Coliseum on Wednesday. The No. 12 Wildcats beat No. 9 TCU 59-50 in a defensive battle.

Sundell leads No. 12 K-State women in battle over No. 9 TCU

Toby Hammes, sports editor February 5, 2025
Wildcats move to sole possession of 1st place in the Big 12.
Kansas State guard Max Jones drives toward the basket as the Wildcats fell to the Jayhawks 84-74 on Jan. 19 at Allen Fieldhouse.

Know Your Opponent | K-State brings 4-game win streak into Sunflower Showdown

Brayden Meseke, staff writer February 5, 2025
These rivals played earlier this season, with the Jayhawks taking the victory in Lawrence 84-74, but what does Round 2 have in store?
Willie the Wildcat leads Kansas State students in pregame celebration ahead of a matchup with Arizona on Sept. 13, 2024. K-State will face Arizona on the road this year as a non-conference matchup.

2025 K-State football schedule breakdown

Jon Grove, contributing writer February 5, 2025
Deep diving into the Wildcats' upcoming campaign.
Players David N'Guessan (1), Spencer Bain (5), Ugonna Onyenso (34) and others thank the fans in the student section following a dominating 85-57 victory over Oklahoma State on Jan. 29 in Bramlage Coliseum.

K-State holds on late for 4th-straight win at Arizona State

Brayden Meseke, staff writer February 5, 2025
K-State trailed big early but a late first-half run and big plays in the second half allowed the Wildcats to get the victory. 
Kansas State guard Taryn Sides serves up a 3-pointer at Allen Fieldhouse in Lawrence on Sunday. No. 11 K-State won the Sunflower Showdown 91-64.

No. 11 K-State dominates KU in the Sunflower Showdown

Ely Burroughs, contributing writer February 2, 2025
An all-around offensive and defensive charge gave K-State the 91-64 victory.
Kansas State guard Dug McDaniel attempts a 3-pointer against Iowa State on Saturday. The Wildcats upset No. 3 Iowa State 80-61 in Ames, Iowa. (Photo Courtesy of K-State Athletics)

K-State stuns in record-breaking upset at No. 3 Iowa State

Toby Hammes, sports editor February 1, 2025

In a contest painted to be a blowout by Iowa State, Kansas State men's basketball stole the paintbrush and magic at Hilton Coliseum, upsetting the No. 3 Cyclones 80-61 to snap a 15-game road losing streak...

K-State guard Taryn Sides evades a Cyclone defender during K-State's overtime win over Iowa State on Thursday. Sides had 17 points on 6-of-9 shooting including a perfect 4-of-4 from distance, five rebounds, five assists and four steals.

No. 11 K-State puts on overtime show in win over Iowa State

The Collegian, staff report January 31, 2025
In front of 5,497 in attendance and national viewers on ESPN, K-State WBB stars shined bright.
K-State forward Coleman Hawkins reacts from an impressive 3-pointer during K-State's 85-57 win over Oklahoma State on Wednesday. The Illinois transfer led an all-around dominant performance, as he grabbed a game-high nine rebounds to go with his 15 points, six assists, three steals and three blocks in 33 minutes.

K-State dominant all-around in win over Oklahoma State 

Trey Thomas, staff writer January 30, 2025
Wildcats forced 21 turnovers against the Cowboys, earning their first back-to-back wins since December.
Outside hitter Aliyah Carter prepares for a serve at Morgan Family Arena during the 2024 season. Carter finished her K-State career first in the rally-scoring era with a.n average of 3.92 kills per set.

K-State volleyball star Aliyah Carter starts pro career in France

The Collegian, staff report January 29, 2025
The Wildcats’ prized outside hitter embarks on a new journey.
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