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Kansas State Collegian

The independent student news publication at Kansas State University

Kansas State Collegian

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.
David N'Guessan plays against Iowa State on March 9. The Wildcats defeated the Cyclones 65-58 at Bramlage Coliseum.

‘GRIT’ | K-State MBB building with double-digit newcomers

Toby Hammes, sports editor September 30, 2024
New faces, not-so-new challenges for the Wildcats this year.

Men’s basketball’s Macaleab Rich cited for marijuana possession

The Collegian September 13, 2024

Kansas State forward Macaleab Rich was cited for marijuana possession after police pulled over the sophomore at Claflin Road and Sunset Avenue Tuesday. Rich, one of three returners from last year’s...

Jacob Pullen being inducted into the K-State Hall of Fame during the 2024 home football opener. Pullen is the Wildcats' all-time leading scorer. (Photo Courtesy of K-State Athletics)

Headed for the Rafters: Pullen details induction into K-State Hall of Fame

Toby Hammes, sports editor September 6, 2024
Wildcats’ all-time leading scorer reflects on basketball journey.
Michael Beasley drives for a layup against a defender in the BIG3 League. Beasley, a former All-American at K-State, was named the league's 2024 MVP (Photo Courtesy of K-State Athletics)

Former MBB star Michael Beasley named BIG3 MVP

Toby Hammes, sports editor August 23, 2024
Former All-American receives MVP honor.
Coach Jerome Tang joins the students in the Wabash at the end of the game against Texas Tech. K-State won the matchup against the Red Raiders on Jan. 21, 2023 at home, 68-58.

BREAKING: K-State lands top-portal prospect Coleman Hawkins

Toby Hammes, sports editor June 14, 2024
Jerome Tang puts a bow on the 2024-25 portal class.
Kentucky transfer Ugonna Onyenso poses on his visit to K-State on June 4. He became the Wildcats' eighth portal addition with his commitment. (Photo Courtesy of K-State Athletics)

K-State lands Kentucky big man Ugonna Onyenso

Toby Hammes, sports editor June 4, 2024
Jerome Tang brings another big man to Manhattan.
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