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The independent student news publication at Kansas State University

Kansas State Collegian

The independent student news publication at Kansas State University

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David N'Guessan yells with excitement after dunking the ball. The Wildcats defeated West Virginia 73-60 on Jan. 25 at Bramlage Coliseum.

Senior Spotlight | Looking back at the career of David N’Guessan

Brayden Meseke, staff writer March 5, 2025
David N’Guessan will play his final home game in a Wildcat uniform on Saturday as the Wildcats take on the Cyclones.
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 January 29th in Bramlage Coliseum.

Know Your Opponent | Kansas State basketball looks for 2nd upset of Iowa State

Brayden Meseke, staff writer March 5, 2025
The Wildcats defeated the Cyclones earlier this year 80-61, but the Cyclones are fully healthy and out for revenge.
K-State forward David N'Guessan shoots during K-State's win over Colorado on Sunday. The super senior finished with 21 points, eight rebounds, and two steals.

K-State snaps losing streak, N’Guessan hits milestone in commanding win over Colorado 

Trey Thomas, staff writer March 3, 2025
David N’Guessan achieves 1,000 career points in K-State’s win over Colorado.
K-State guard Max Jones looks down the court as the Wildcats continued their winning streak to 6 games with a 73-70 win over Arizona on Feb. 11 at Bramlage Coliseum. K-State has lost four straight games since the six-game win streak.

K-State’s second-half comeback comes up short at UCF 

Trey Thomas, staff writer February 27, 2025
Max Jones scores a season-high 22 points in K-State’s first-ever loss to the Knights.
Max Jones smiles after scoring with teammate. The Wildcats continued their winning streak to 6 games with a 73-70 win over Arizona on Feb. 11 at Bramlage Coliseum.

Coach Tang: ‘All about’ a potential extra year of Max Jones eligibility

Toby Hammes, sports editor February 26, 2025
Senior guard could return for another year of college basketball.
Senior forward David N'Guessan battles for a contest layup attempt against Arizona State on Sunday. The Wildcats lost 66-54 while N'Guessan had 20 points and 13 rebounds.

K-State men deflated by Arizona State in 66-54 loss at home

Toby Hammes, sports editor February 23, 2025
Wildcats drop their third straight contest, likely ending hopes of an at-large NCAA Tournament berth.
K-State guard Max Jones drives the ball into the lane as the Wildcats (in lavender) defeated Arizona 73-70 on Feb. 11 at Bramlage Coliseum.

K-State dominated on the glass in loss at Utah

Brayden Meseke, staff writer February 18, 2025
Utah outrebounded the Wildcats 51-28, including 21 offensive rebounds on their way to a 74-69 victory.
Coleman Hawkins prepares for an in-bounds play after a foul was called against Arizona. The Wildcats defeated Arizona 73-70 on Feb. 11 at Bramlage Coliseum.

K-State falls at BYU, ends 6-game winning streak

Brayden Meseke, staff writer February 16, 2025
The Wildcats fell behind big early and weren’t able to climb out of the hole as they fell to BYU 80-65.
Former K-State men’s basketball star Michael Beasley smiles on the sideline at Bramlage Coliseum on Saturday. Beasley, a former No. 2 overall NBA Draft pick, returned to Manhattan for the Wildcats’ Sunflower Showdown win over rival Kansas. He was arrested Sunday morning at the Manhattan airport for marijuana possession.

Former Wildcat’s basketball player arrested for marijuana possession

Brayden Meseke, staff writer February 13, 2025
The Wildcats welcomed the former star forward Michael Beasley back on Saturday, followed by arrest on Sunday.
K-State students fill the “Octagon of Doom” for the Sunflower Showdown on Saturday, Feb. 8. K-State beat KU for the third consecutive year in Manhattan.

Big Game Bram | Students deliver success for K-State hoops at home

Toby Hammes, sports editor February 13, 2025
K-State students make an impact on the floor at Bramlage Coliseum.
Guard Dug McDaniel (0) flies through the air for a layup as he is contested by Jamyron Keller (14) of Oklahoma State in the second half. McDaniel finished with 10 points in the 85-57 victory over the Cowboys.

Know Your Opponent | K-State travels to tough environment at BYU

Brayden Meseke, staff writer February 12, 2025
K-State has won six games in a row but will face a tough test Saturday on the road against BYU.
Junior guard Dug McDaniel celebrates a made shot against No. 13 Arizona on Tuesday. McDaniel played a key role in K-State's sixth-straight win.

K-State takes down No. 13 Arizona with gutsy victory, extends win streak

Brayden Meseke, staff writer February 12, 2025
The ‘Cats extended their Big 12 winning streak to six games with their victory over Arizona.
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