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The independent student news publication at Kansas State University

Kansas State Collegian

K-State head coach Jerome Tang rallies his team against LSU on Nov. 14. Tang, a former U.S. Virgin Islands resident, embarks on a homecoming in the Paradise Jam tourney.

Paradise Jam Preview | K-State looks to outmatch overseas opponents

Toby Hammes, sports editor November 21, 2024
Why K-State can be victorious in the Virgin Islands.
Center Ugonna Onyenso slams home a dunk against Mississippi State Valley on Tuesday. The Kentucky transfer had a team-high 16 points in the win.

K-State men bounce back with Mississippi Valley State win

Trey Thomas, staff writer November 20, 2024
Ugonna Onyenso leads the Wildcats off the bench in a lackluster win.
K-State guard CJ Jones is defended by former Wildcat guard Cam Carter playing for LSU. The senior led scorers with 20 points in his return to Manhattan.

K-State MBB falls to LSU in Cam Carter’s return to Bramlage

Toby Hammes, sports editor November 16, 2024
Wildcats suffer tough defeat at the hands of a former player
K-State guard CJ Jones dribbles against a defender. The Wildcats won against the Cleveland State Vikings 77-64 on Nov. 9 at Bramlage Coliseum.

Tall Task | K-State MBB’s point guard outlook early in ‘24-25

Toby Hammes, sports editor November 14, 2024
Assessing the puzzle for K-State MBB’s floor general so far.
Guard Tylor Perry against Iowa State on March 9 as the Wildcats defeated the Cyclones 65-58 at Bramlage Coliseum.

Wildcats in the Pros | Nowell shines, Perry debuts in G-League

Trey Thomas, staff writer November 14, 2024
Recapping the best performances from former Wildcats now in the pros.
Guard Brendan Hausen pulls up for a 3-pointer against Cleveland State on Nov. 9. The Villanova transfer scored a career-high 22 points in the 77-64 win.

Hausen, K-State men sail past Cleveland State in 77-64 win

Toby Hammes, sports editor November 10, 2024
Wildcats' second-half shooting sends the record to 2-0.
K-State senior forward Dean Wade roars in celebration after dunking the ball. The Wildcats played against the University of Oklahoma Sooners at Bramlage Coliseum, winning the Title with a final score of 68-53.

Wildcats in the Pros | Dean Wade helps Cavs early season success

Trey Thomas, staff writer November 8, 2024
Hoopers hit the floor as ‘Cats continue to make a name in the pros.
Wing David N'Guessan walks in line with teammates at K-State's exhibition win over Fort Hays State. During the season opener on Nov. 5, N'Guessan recorded a double-double.

N’Guessan showcases dominant paint performance in season opener win against New Orleans

Trey Thomas, staff writer November 5, 2024
Returning wing N’Guessan puts up an impressive 21-point, 15-rebound double-double in the season opener.
K-State head coach Jerome Tang encourages guard Dai Dai Ames during an exhibition game against Emporia State on Nov. 1, 2023. Ames transferred to Virginia during the offseason.

Flip Side of the Portal | Tang talks outgoing K-State MBB transfers

Toby Hammes, sports editor November 4, 2024
Head coach Jerome Tang speaks on the relationships with former players who transferred.
Ahearn Field House homed K-State Basketball from 1950-1988. The arena held a capacity of 14,000 fans, making it one of the largest of its time.

This Week in History (1988) | Bramlage opens, replacing Ahearn Field House

Brayden Meseke, staff writer October 16, 2024
Thirty-six years ago, K-State basketball turned to a new home.
Transfers Max Jones (2) and Brendan Hausen (1) pose on their portal visits to Manhattan. The guards are two of 1 1 newcomers for K-State in 2024-25.

New Faces | Get to know Tang’s guards in 2024-25

Toby Hammes, sports editor October 13, 2024
Brand new bunch at guard for K-State men’s basketball.
Dribbling the ball, senior guard Markquis Nowell anticipates the next play. K-State mens basketball played the University of Kansas Jayhawks on January 17, 2023. K-State beat KU 83-82 in overtime in a sold out Bramlage Coliseum.

Former MBB star Markquis Nowell signs with Houston Rockets

The Collegian October 2, 2024
The All-American finds a new professional home.
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