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In the entrance of the Aggieville Garage, a sign displays the parking rates. Currently, parking is free from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday due to recent construction in Aggieville.
Aggieville Parking Garage offers free weekday parking for limited time
Alleged attempted robbery leaves one woman injured
Alleged attempted robbery leaves one woman injured
Safe Kids Riley County informs residents about car seat safety
Safe Kids Riley County informs residents about car seat safety
Prescribed burns help Manhattan farmers maintain soil quality
Prescribed burns help Manhattan farmers maintain soil quality
Next-Gen K-State focuses on engagement and economic impact in April
Next-Gen K-State focuses on engagement and economic impact in April
Many K-State students from rural communities dont return to their small hometowns post-graduation. This phenomenon, known as outmigration is because of a lack of job opportunities in rural towns (Archive Photo By Madeline Emerson | Collegian Media Group)
Outmigration in Kansas threatens rural towns
Ben Sinnott charges downfield after a block from Cooper Beebe on Nov. 25, 2023 in Bill Snyder Family Stadium. In the 2024 NFL Draft, Sinnott was drafted by the Washington Commanders at No. 53, followed by the Dallas Cowboys selecting Beebe at No. 73.
Ben Sinnott, Cooper Beebe selected during NFL Draft Day 2
The student section throws newspaper as the starting lineup is announced before K-States game against Villanova on Dec. 5, 2023. K-State won 72-71 in overtime in Bramlage Coliseum.
K-State lands Villanova transfer Brendan Hausen
Former players Ben Sinnott, Cooper Beebe, KT Leveston and Khalid Duke look to be taken in the 2024 NFL Draft. It would mark back-to-back season with four Wildcats selected.
Projections for K-State prospects at the NFL Draft
Infielder Jaden Parsons leads off first as he watches the ongoing pitch. Kansas State baseball won 6-5 against Oklahoma State. The game went into 12 innings at Tointon Family Stadium.
Know Your Opponent: Wildcats battle Horned Frogs in uncharted territory
K-State rowing practices at Tuttle Creek Lake. The Wildcats will take on rival Kansas in the Sunflower Showdown on Saturday, May 4 in Kansas City, Kansas. Photo Courtesy of K-State Athletics.
K-State rowing rides momentum into Sunflower Showdown
Setter Izzi Szulczewski and middle blocker Brenna Schmidt jump for a block in the upset sweep of Texas, the eventual NCAA champions. In February, The NCAA approved a rule allowing successive contacts for the 2024-25 season.
Change of play: NCAA approves double contacts in volleyball
Ben Sinnott charges downfield after a block from Cooper Beebe on Nov. 25, 2023 in Bill Snyder Family Stadium. In the 2024 NFL Draft, Sinnott was drafted by the Washington Commanders at No. 53, followed by the Dallas Cowboys selecting Beebe at No. 73.
Ben Sinnott, Cooper Beebe selected during NFL Draft Day 2
Former players Ben Sinnott, Cooper Beebe, KT Leveston and Khalid Duke look to be taken in the 2024 NFL Draft. It would mark back-to-back season with four Wildcats selected.
Projections for K-State prospects at the NFL Draft
Ball State defensive back transfer Jordan Riley talks to the K-State media for the first time. Riley will have an opportunity to the jack safety position in 2024.
New Faces: An early look into K-State’s football transfers
Womens basketball transfer Temira Poindexter poses during her official visit. Poindexter was named the AAC Player of the Year at Tulsa in 2023-24. Photo Courtesy of K-State Athletics.
Women’s basketball lands Tulsa transfer Temira Poindexter
Head coach Jeff Mittie and center Ayoka Lee are joined by new team-dog Bram at a press conference. Lee and Mittie discussed Lees process to return to K-State for one more season.
Ayoka Lee and Jeff Mittie discuss Lee’s return for a final season
Guard Gabby Gregory hypes herself and the crowd up during her performance against Colorado during K-States round of 32 matchup in Manhattan. Gregory transferred to K-State in 2022 and played for two years, becoming a fan favorite among the fanbase.
K-State and Gabby Gregory: The team and player Manhattan rallied behind
After the game, head coach Jeff Mittie, surrounded by guards Jaelyn Glenn and Zyanna Walker and center Ayoka Lee, applauds the Bramlage Coliseum crowd. K-State fell in the round of 32 to Colorado 63-50 in front of a sold-out Bramlage Coliseum.
Wildcats’ season of riches ends in round of 32 loss to Colorado
Guard Zyanna Walker shoots against the Portland Pilots in the round of 64. K-State won 78-65 to advance to the round of 32 where the Wildcats face Colorado.
Know Your Opponent: Bramlage hosts Colorado for battle to the Sweet 16
Ball in hand, guard Gabby Gregory turns away from the basket against Portland in K-States 78-65 round of 64 victory over the Pilots. Gregory led scoring with a season-high 22 points.
Wildcats land round of 64 win despite turbulence from Portland Pilots
The student section throws newspaper as the starting lineup is announced before K-States game against Villanova on Dec. 5, 2023. K-State won 72-71 in overtime in Bramlage Coliseum.
K-State lands Villanova transfer Brendan Hausen
Forward Arthur Kaluma looks up during his star performance against BYU. In the 84-74 victory, Kaluma led the Wildcats with 28 points and 10 rebounds.
Arthur Kaluma declares for NBA Draft
UCI transfer forward CJ Jones posses for a photo on his visit to K-State. Jones has committed to K-State after averaging 11.4 points, 4.8 assists and 3.5 rebounds during his sophomore campaign this year. (Photo courtesy of K-State Athletics)
Transfer CJ Jones commits to K-State
Michigan transfer forward Tarris Reed Jr. faces up during the 73-63 loss to Michigan State. Reed averaged 8.9 points and 7.2 rebounds on the season and has entered the transfer portal. (Photo courtesy of Grace Lahti and The Michigan Daily)
Portal Watch: A look into potential transfers and roster changes for K-State basketball
K-State transfer guard Dug McDaniel drives past a Penn State guard Ace Baldwin Jr. in the 66-57 loss in the Big 10 tournament. McDaniel, who scored seven points and collected six assists in the loss, committed to Kansas State on Wednesday. (Photo courtesy of Grace Lahti and The Michigan Daily)
K-State lands Michigan transfer Dug McDaniel
Guard Jacob Pullen goes for a layup on March 25, 2010 in the Sweet 16 against Xaiver. Pullen scored 28 in the double overtime win to advance to the Elite Eight. (Archive photo by Matt Binter | Collegian Media Group)
This Week in History (2010): Wildcats down Xavier in 2OT Sweet 16 classic
Infielder Jaden Parsons leads off first as he watches the ongoing pitch. Kansas State baseball won 6-5 against Oklahoma State. The game went into 12 innings at Tointon Family Stadium.
Know Your Opponent: Wildcats battle Horned Frogs in uncharted territory
Junior Brendon Jones looks to the dugout after stealing second base. K-State won 6-4 against Omaha Tuesday at Tointon Family Stadium.
‘Important win for our program’: Baseball defeats Omaha in midweek game
Catcher Raphael Pelletier rounds the bases in Game 2 against Oklahoma State. The teams ended the series Sunday, K-State dropping the final game but winning the series 2-1.
Wildcats fall to Oklahoma State in final game of the series
Pitcher Jackson Wentworth is celebrated my his team and the crowd coming back to the dugout. He threw six innings, allowing one run and pitching the first four hitless.
Baseball makes quick work of Cowboys, secures series in two games
Infielder David Bishop swings for the pitch and hits a home run against Texas March 28. In Fridays match against Oklahoma State, Bishop secured the walk-off in extra innings for a Wildcat win.
David Bishop walks off in extras against Oklahoma State in 12th-inning comeback
Outfielder Chuck Ingram looks at the ball after hitting it against his former team Wichita State. K-State won 6-3 as Ingram collected one hit in the Wildcats second win over Wichita State on the season.
Know Your Opponent: Wildcats face Cowboys in Manhattan
Editors’ Picks: Spring Semester Memories
Editors’ Picks: Spring Semester Memories
National Arab American Heritage Month
National Arab American Heritage Month
Letters from Libby: Getting the most out of your experiences in the final stretch of the semester
Letters from Libby: Getting the most out of your experiences in the final stretch of the semester
Denim Day: ‘Sexual assault is sexual assault, and it shouldn’t matter what you’re wearing’
Denim Day: ‘Sexual assault is sexual assault, and it shouldn’t matter what you’re wearing’
REVIEW: ‘The Tortured Poets Department’
REVIEW: ‘The Tortured Poets Department’
Campus Compass: Kansas State Libraries
Campus Compass: Kansas State Libraries
Yung Gravy put his cowboy hat back on as he sang three unreleased songs from his new country album. Yung Gravy performed at Bramlage Coliseum on April 11.
The Gravy Train arrives at Bramlage Coliseum
Walk with the Wildcats: A virtual reality tour of Tointon Family Stadium
Third baseman Jason Parsons starts running after bunting the ball. Parsons had one hit in three at-bats as the Wildcats fell to the Longhorns 6-3 Saturday, giving Texas the series win 2-1.
Wildcats drop final series game to Longhorns
The west side of Ahearn Field House, located on Denison Avenue and College Heights Road, has been gradually torn down since September 2023. The area will become a green space, but its use moving forward is still up in the air. (Photo courtesy of Dawson Wagner)
Ahearn Field House construction underway
Left fielder Chuck Ingram claps after safely landing on third base. Ingram had three runs and three RBI on three hits in the blowout 16-5 Wildcat win over South Dakota State.
Baseball dominates in ballgame against South Dakota State 
All the way from downtown, guard Tylor Perry impresses head coach Jerome Tang as he sinks a deep 3 to reclaim the lead against Texas with 12:34 left in the second half. K-State held the lead over Texas for all but 28 seconds through the rest of the game, besting the Longhorns 78-74 in the second round of the Big 12 tournament.
Second half comeback against Texas allows K-State season to stay afloat
Walk with the Wildcats: A virtual reality tour of Tointon Family Stadium
The west side of Ahearn Field House, located on Denison Avenue and College Heights Road, has been gradually torn down since September 2023. The area will become a green space, but its use moving forward is still up in the air. (Photo courtesy of Dawson Wagner)
Ahearn Field House construction underway
(Photo courtesy of Andrew Smith | Channel 8 News)
Vulgamore and O’Malley win SGA election
Yung Gravy put his cowboy hat back on as he sang three unreleased songs from his new country album. Yung Gravy performed at Bramlage Coliseum on April 11.
The Gravy Train arrives at Bramlage Coliseum
Third baseman Jason Parsons starts running after bunting the ball. Parsons had one hit in three at-bats as the Wildcats fell to the Longhorns 6-3 Saturday, giving Texas the series win 2-1.
Wildcats drop final series game to Longhorns
Left fielder Chuck Ingram claps after safely landing on third base. Ingram had three runs and three RBI on three hits in the blowout 16-5 Wildcat win over South Dakota State.
Baseball dominates in ballgame against South Dakota State 
All the way from downtown, guard Tylor Perry impresses head coach Jerome Tang as he sinks a deep 3 to reclaim the lead against Texas with 12:34 left in the second half. K-State held the lead over Texas for all but 28 seconds through the rest of the game, besting the Longhorns 78-74 in the second round of the Big 12 tournament.
Second half comeback against Texas allows K-State season to stay afloat
Center Ayoka Lee goes for a layup against West Virginia in the Big 12 tournament quarterfinals. In the 65-62 Wildcat victory, Lee grabbed a double-double with 22 points and 11 rebounds.
Wildcats squeak by West Virginia in Big 12 tournament clash
Guard Tylor Perry yells with excitement against Iowa State in his final regular season game. Perry had five assists, six points and three rebounds in the 65-58 upset.
Men’s basketball dominates on senior day against No. 6 Iowa State
Voting toward change: Kansans’ call to vote ‘none’ on March 19 DNC Primary
Scrutinizing SGA’s proposal: Should student senators be compensated?
Potholes to progress: Navigating Manhattan’s road to smoother transit
Letter to the Editor: K-State Athletics’ ties to Athletes for Israel disrespects international students
Letter from the Editor: Collegian website outage report, Dec. 28, 2023
The west side of Ahearn Field House, located on Denison Avenue and College Heights Road, has been gradually torn down since September 2023. The area will become a green space, but its use moving forward is still up in the air. (Photo courtesy of Dawson Wagner)
Ahearn Field House construction underway
(Photo courtesy of Andrew Smith | Channel 8 News)
Vulgamore and O’Malley win SGA election
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Infielder Jaden Parsons leads off first as he watches the ongoing pitch. Kansas State baseball won 6-5 against Oklahoma State. The game went into 12 innings at Tointon Family Stadium.

Know Your Opponent: Wildcats battle Horned Frogs in uncharted territory

Luke Lazarczyk, sports editor
April 25, 2024
Womens basketball transfer Temira Poindexter poses during her official visit. Poindexter was named the AAC Player of the Year at Tulsa in 2023-24. Photo Courtesy of K-State Athletics.

Women’s basketball lands Tulsa transfer Temira Poindexter

Luke Lazarczyk, sports editor
April 21, 2024
Catcher Raphael Pelletier rounds the bases in Game 2 against Oklahoma State. The teams ended the series Sunday, K-State dropping the final game but winning the series 2-1.

Wildcats fall to Oklahoma State in final game of the series

Luke Lazarczyk, sports editor
April 21, 2024
The Classy Cats pose with the D1A Pom first place trophy. The Classy Cats won the competition for the third year in a row at the College Classic in Orlando, Florida. (Photo courtesy of Jenna Gillespie)

Three best friends and three titles: The Classy Cats leading trio

Luke Lazarczyk, sports editor
April 18, 2024
Outfielder Chuck Ingram looks at the ball after hitting it against his former team Wichita State. K-State won 6-3 as Ingram collected one hit in the Wildcats second win over Wichita State on the season.

Know Your Opponent: Wildcats face Cowboys in Manhattan

Luke Lazarczyk, sports editor
April 18, 2024
Shortstop Kaelen Culpepper readies his bat against Wichita State. Against Northeastern, he scored the game-winning run in the 11th inning.

K-State baseball splits Northeastern trip in RPI race

Luke Lazarczyk, sports editor
April 17, 2024
Second baseman Brady Day runs out of the batters box after a hit against Wichita State. Day went 3-4 on the night as K-State took down the Shockers 6-3.

Know Your Opponent: Similar Wildcats and Sooners battle one last time

Luke Lazarczyk, sports editor
April 11, 2024
Pitcher JJ Slack draws his arm back for the pitch. Slack helped the Wildcats beat the Shockers in Manhattan 6-3 by pitching four scoreless innings.

JJ Slack and fundamental baseball deliver K-State eighth-inning comeback win

Luke Lazarczyk, sports editor
April 10, 2024
Head coach Jeff Mittie and center Ayoka Lee are joined by new team-dog Bram at a press conference. Lee and Mittie discussed Lees process to return to K-State for one more season.

Ayoka Lee and Jeff Mittie discuss Lee’s return for a final season

Luke Lazarczyk, sports editor
April 10, 2024
Shortstop Kaelen Culpepper leaps over a Texas baserunner to attempt a double play on Friday, March 29. The Wildcats loss the game 21-11 as the 32 runs set a record for the highest score game in a matchup between the two schools in their head-to-head history.

Know Your Opponent: Former top 25 K-State travels to No. 25 UCF

Luke Lazarczyk, sports editor
April 4, 2024
K-State pitcher Jacob Frost performs a pickoff attempt to first baseman David Bishop. K-State fell to Texas 21-11 in a historic 32-run game Saturday, tying the series 1-1.

Wildcats’ comeback falls short in 32-run game against Longhorns

Luke Lazarczyk, sports editor
March 29, 2024
Guard Gabby Gregory hypes herself and the crowd up during her performance against Colorado during K-States round of 32 matchup in Manhattan. Gregory transferred to K-State in 2022 and played for two years, becoming a fan favorite among the fanbase.

K-State and Gabby Gregory: The team and player Manhattan rallied behind

Luke Lazarczyk, sports editor
March 26, 2024
After the game, head coach Jeff Mittie, surrounded by guards Jaelyn Glenn and Zyanna Walker and center Ayoka Lee, applauds the Bramlage Coliseum crowd. K-State fell in the round of 32 to Colorado 63-50 in front of a sold-out Bramlage Coliseum.

Wildcats’ season of riches ends in round of 32 loss to Colorado

Luke Lazarczyk, sports editor
March 24, 2024
Guard Zyanna Walker shoots against the Portland Pilots in the round of 64. K-State won 78-65 to advance to the round of 32 where the Wildcats face Colorado.

Know Your Opponent: Bramlage hosts Colorado for battle to the Sweet 16

Luke Lazarczyk, sports editor
March 23, 2024
Ball in hand, guard Gabby Gregory turns away from the basket against Portland in K-States 78-65 round of 64 victory over the Pilots. Gregory led scoring with a season-high 22 points.

Wildcats land round of 64 win despite turbulence from Portland Pilots

Luke Lazarczyk, sports editor
March 22, 2024
Guard Gabby Gregory celebrates with a smile and clap after sealing the K-State win. The Wildcats beat West Virginia 65-62 in the quarterfinals of the Big 12 tournament located at the T-Mobile Center in Kansas City, Missouri on March 9.

Know Your Opponent: K-State hosts Portland for round of 64

Luke Lazarczyk, sports editor
March 21, 2024
A young K-State fan holds up a sign, showing support for center Ayoka Lee at the most attended session since 2013. The Wildcats beat West Virginia 65-62 in the quarterfinals of the Big 12 tournament located at the T-Mobile Center in Kansas City, Missouri on March 9.

New site of women’s Big 12 tournament shows uptick in the sport

Luke Lazarczyk, sports editor
March 21, 2024
Guard Cam Carter puts his hand up in the 3 sign after hitting a 3-pointer against Iowa State. Carter went 3-8 on 3s in the 65-58 upset, finishing the game with 21 points.

BREAKING: Cam Carter enters transfer portal

Luke Lazarczyk, sports editor
March 21, 2024
The womens basketball team celebrates after hearing their name called as the No. 4 seed in March Madness. This allows Manhattan to host the first two rounds of the tournament and gives K-State home court.

Joy, excitement and relief: K-State’s selection show watch party and journey ahead 

Luke Lazarczyk, sports editor
March 19, 2024
Pitcher Owen Boerema fist bumps third baseman Jaden Parsons during their match against Missouri State. Boerema left the Bears scoreless during his time at the mound as the Wildcats won 11-3.

Wildcats finish series sweep of Missouri State with ease

Luke Lazarczyk, sports editor
March 18, 2024
The mens basketball team gathers in a huddle against Iowa State on March 9 as the Wildcats defeated the Cyclones 65-58 at Bramlage Coliseum. The Wildcats keep postseason play alive in the NIT, starting against No. 3 seed Iowa.

K-State men’s basketball makes NIT

Luke Lazarczyk, sports editor
March 17, 2024
The womens basketball team celebrates after hearing their name called as the No. 4 seed in March Madness. This allows Manhattan to host the first two rounds of the tournament and gives K-State home court.

K-State women’s basketball earns No. 4 seed in NCAA tournament

Luke Lazarczyk, sports editor
March 17, 2024
Head coach Jerome Tang speaks with guard Tylor Perry before returning to the court in the Big 12 tournament game against Texas. The Wildcats did not make the NCAA tournament, holding a 19-14 record after the conference tournament.

K-State men’s basketball misses NCAA tournament

Luke Lazarczyk, sports editor
March 17, 2024
Head coach Jerome Tang answers questions during Big 12 Media Days on Oct. 18, 2023 in Kansas City, Mo. On Thursday, after losing to Iowa State 76-57 in the Big 12 tournament quarterfinals, Tang laid out his case for why K-State deserved to be in March Madness. (Archive photo)

Breaking down Jerome Tang’s March Madness case

Luke Lazarczyk, sports editor
March 16, 2024
Forward Arthur Kaluma drives to the basket against Iowa State in the Big 12 tournament quarterfinals. In K-States 76-57 loss to the Cyclones, Kaluma has 13 points and five rebounds.

K-State suffers 20-turnover loss to Iowa State, Tang still optimistic about tournament bid

Luke Lazarczyk, sports editor
March 14, 2024
All the way from downtown, guard Tylor Perry impresses head coach Jerome Tang as he sinks a deep 3 to reclaim the lead against Texas with 12:34 left in the second half. K-State held the lead over Texas for all but 28 seconds through the rest of the game, besting the Longhorns 78-74 in the second round of the Big 12 tournament.

Second half comeback against Texas allows K-State season to stay afloat

Luke Lazarczyk, sports editor
March 13, 2024
Willie the Wildcats holds a cutout of guard Gabby Gregory and Gap Goat during senior night.

Examining K-State’s case for a top 4 seed 

Luke Lazarczyk, sports editor
March 13, 2024
Guard Tylor Perry dribbles up the court against West Virginia on Feb. 26 in Bramlage Coliseum. Perry will play a crucial role in the Big 12 tournament, starting with Texas on Wednesday.

Know Your Opponent: Big 12 tourney starts with final Texas showdown

Luke Lazarczyk, sports editor
March 12, 2024
Center Ayoka Lee goes for a layup against West Virginia in the Big 12 tournament quarterfinals. In the 65-62 Wildcat victory, Lee grabbed a double-double with 22 points and 11 rebounds.

Five takeaways from women’s basketball Big 12 tournament

Luke Lazarczyk, sports editor
March 12, 2024
Guard Zyanna Walker covers Texas forward Madison Booker on defense. Walkers fourth quarter coverage of Booker allowed the Wildcats to close the gap, although ultimately fell 71-64.

Wildcat comeback falls short to Texas in Big 12 semifinals; move on to NCAA tournament

Luke Lazarczyk, sports editor
March 11, 2024
At bat, freshman outfielder Nick English hits the ball against Holy Cross on Feb. 24. In Game 3 against Cincinnati, English played designated hitter and hit the game-sealing single in the extra innings game.

Battle of the Cats ends in extra inning walk-off for K-State

Luke Lazarczyk, sports editor
March 10, 2024
Center Ayoka Lee throws up a shot against Texas forward Taylor Jones in the teams first matchup of the season. In Bramlage Coliseum on Jan. 10, the No. 11 Wildcats emerged victorious over the No. 10 Longhorns 61-58.

Know Your Opponent: Wildcats and Longhorns play third time in Big 12 semifinal

Luke Lazarczyk, sports editor
March 10, 2024
Center Ayoka Lee goes for a layup against West Virginia in the Big 12 tournament quarterfinals. In the 65-62 Wildcat victory, Lee grabbed a double-double with 22 points and 11 rebounds.

Wildcats squeak by West Virginia in Big 12 tournament clash

Luke Lazarczyk, sports editor
March 10, 2024
Guard Serena Sundell and head coach Jeff Mittie high-five to celebrate the 69-68 win after the game against Oklahoma State on Feb. 10. Sundell hit the game-winning layup with 23 seconds left to secure the win.

Rejuvenated Wildcats head to new Big 12 tournament arena with high hopes

Luke Lazarczyk, sports editor
March 7, 2024
Head coach Jerome Tang shouts at his players during the game against KU. Tang criticized the Wildcats effort in the 90-68 loss.

Tang criticizes effort in blowout loss in Allen Fieldhouse

Luke Lazarczyk, sports editor
March 6, 2024
Center Ayoka Lee looks in the paint for the open player. K-State fell to Iowa State on senior night 82-76 Feb. 28.

Lee, Sundell and Gregory named to All-Big 12 teams

Luke Lazarczyk, sports editor
March 5, 2024
Pitcher Josh Wintroub opens up right before he pitches the ball to home plate. Wintroub started for the Wildcats in Game 3 against UMass Lowell, striking out seven over 6 1/3 innings.

Wintroub deals seven strikeouts as Wildcats complete first series sweep

Luke Lazarczyk, sports editor
March 3, 2024
Tylor Perry dribbles the ball against West Virginia Feb. 26 in the Wildcats 94-90 overtime victory. Against Cincinnati on Saturday, Perry topped the scoring chart with 26 points in the Wildcats 74-72 loss.

K-State 13-point comeback fails with late Cincinnati 3-pointer

Luke Lazarczyk, sports editor
March 3, 2024
Guard Gabby Gregory prepares to shoot the ball in the Wildcats win out McNeese State 101-30 on Dec. 6, 2023. Against Texas Tech on Saturday, Gregory scored 13 along with four assists and four rebounds.

Wildcats gain needed win over Texas Tech in regular season finale

Luke Lazarczyk, sports editor
March 3, 2024
The team celebrates in the dugout after second baseman Brady Day knocks one out of the park. Day recorded two home runs and five RBI in the Wildcats Game 1 10-1 win against UMass Lowell.

Wildcats win first game against UMass Lowell in convincing fashion

Luke Lazarczyk, sports editor
March 1, 2024
Head coach Jerome Tang celebrates in the student section after the game against West Virginia University on Feb. 26, 2024 in Bramlage Coliseum. The Wildcats beat the Mountaineers in overtime 94-90, a necessary win for K-States March Madness hopes.

K-State’s path to the NCAA tournament

Luke Lazarczyk, sports editor
February 29, 2024
Guard Gabby Gregory fights through an Iowa State defender in the 82-76 Wildcat loss. Gregory was honored on senior night along with center Ayoka Lee and guard Rebekah Dallinger.

Iowa State spoils women’s basketball’s senior night

Luke Lazarczyk, sports editor
February 28, 2024
Guard Tylor Perry puts a ball up under the rim as West Virginia looks on in suspense. In the Wildcats 94-90 overtime victory, Perry put up a season-high 29 points.

Cardiac Cats strike again, escape near-unimaginable meltdown vs. WVU as Perry shines

Luke Lazarczyk, sports editor
February 26, 2024
Center Ayoka Lee goes for a jumper against Kansas center Taiyanna Jackson. Because of Jacksons defense, Lee shot 7-21 against the Jayhawks in K-States 55-58 loss.

Second Sunflower Showdown and Lee/Jackson battle goes to Kansas

Luke Lazarczyk, sports editor
February 25, 2024
Right fielder Nick English dives back for first base against Holy Cross. The Wildcats loss to the Crusaders 13-10 in overtime on Feb. 24.

Baseball brings another wild game to Tointon, ends in loss

Luke Lazarczyk, sports editor
February 24, 2024
Forward Arthur Kaluma looks up during his star performance against BYU. In the 84-74 victory, Kaluma led the Wildcats with 28 points and 10 rebounds.

A work of Art: Arthur Kaluma scores season-high 28 in needed win over No. 25 BYU

Luke Lazarczyk, sports editor
February 24, 2024
Designated hitter Jayden Lobliner runs the bases against Holy Cross. In K-States 17-11 victory over the Crusaders on Feb. 23, Lobliner earned five RBI.

Baseball’s chaotic home opener ends in 17-11 victory

Luke Lazarczyk, sports editor
February 23, 2024
Center Ayoka Lee shots a layup in the 73-64 overtime win over No. 24 West Virginia. Lee scored 34 points and grabbed 12 rebounds in 26 minutes of play.

Know Your Opponent: Wildcats travel against desperate Jayhawks

Luke Lazarczyk, sports editor
February 23, 2024
Womens basketballs 2023-24 season highlights

Women’s basketball’s 2023-24 season highlights

Riley Scott and Luke Lazarczyk
February 23, 2024
Then-sophomore Tyson Neighbors lines up for a pitch against Stonehill on March 6, 2023. In K-States opening road stretch, earned his first save of the season, closing out Georgetown 7-6.

Baseball goes 2-2 in opening Arizona road trip

Luke Lazarczyk, sports editor
February 22, 2024
Guard Jaelyn Glenn puts up a layup against UCF. In the 60-58 Wildcat victory, Glenn put up the game-sealing 2, saving K-State from overtime.

Women Cats again barely avoid upset, takedown UCF on last-second shot

Luke Lazarczyk, sports editor
February 17, 2024
Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes II and tight end Travis Kelce amp up the city during the Super Bowl LVIII victory parade in Kansas City, Missouri on Feb. 14. The Chiefs won the 58th Super Bowl in overtime 25-22.

The perfect era for fans of local teams

Luke Lazarczyk, sports editor
February 15, 2024
Guard Dai Dai Ames commands the offense in K-States Jan. 2 win over Chicago State. Against BYU, Ames scored the first eight Wildcat points.

Late comeback isn’t enough as men’s basketball falls to BYU

Luke Lazarczyk, sports editor
February 12, 2024
Assistant coach Jareem Dowling walks around the court during a timeout to encourage fans to get up and be loud as K-State battles No. 4 Kansas. The Wildcats took the Jayhawks into overtime, resulting in a win of 75-70 on Feb. 5 in Bramlage Coliseum.

Wildcats win instant Sunflower Showdown classic in overtime

Luke Lazarczyk, sports editor
February 9, 2024
Guard Tylor Perry maneuvers through lane in the 75-70 overtime win against No. 4 Kansas. Perry lifted the Wildcats to the win, scoring 26 points with eight coming in overtime.

Know Your Opponent: A battle in Cougar territory after hunting Jayhawks

Luke Lazarczyk, sports editor
February 9, 2024
Second baseman Brady Day talks to the media in a preview of the upcoming season. Day said during the press conference that he returned to K-State despite being drafted by the Atlanta Braves because of the culture and a want to make the NCAA Tournament with the team.

Baseball moves on from last year’s disappointment with eyes on NCAA tournament

Luke Lazarczyk, sports editor
February 9, 2024
Guard Jaelyn Glenn dribbles down the court in the 79-37 win against Jackson State. Glenn led K-State in scoring on the day with 13 points.

Know Your Opponent: Wildcats stay on the road, hoping to stop two-game skid

Luke Lazarczyk, sports editor
February 9, 2024
Forward Eliza Maupin jumps against the BYU defense to score. The Wildcats beat the Cougars on Jan. 27 67-65 at Bramlage Coliseum.

Know Your Opponent: Wildcats see another challenge with Longhorns

Luke Lazarczyk, sports editor
February 2, 2024
The Student Section celebrates after guard Tylor Perry scored the game winning 3-pointer with four seconds left in overtime to win 72-71 against Villinova. Head coach Jerome Tang challenged the fans the day to see a bigger attendance than the first six home games.

The spirited atmosphere of the ‘Octagon of Doom’

Luke Lazarczyk, sports editor
February 2, 2024
Guard Serena Sundell drops back and hits a layup in the Jan. 13, victory over Texas. The Wildcat win keeps K-State undefeated in conference play and marks the second top-10 victory for the season.

Know Your Opponent: Jayhawks look to interrupt Wildcats’ exceptional season

Luke Lazarczyk, sports editor
January 27, 2024
Freshman guard R.J. Jones blocks a Baylor dunk. The Wildcats beat the Bears 68-64 in overtime on Jan 16 at Bramlage Coliseum.

Know Your Opponent: Wildcats can build momentum against Cowboys after Top 10 win

Luke Lazarczyk, sports editor
January 27, 2024
Guard Serena Sundell looks for an opening facing the Jayhawk defense. The Wildcats hosted Kansas on Jan. 20 at Bramlage Coliseum, resulting in a 69-58 K-State victory.

Know Your Opponent: Top 4-ranked Wildcats look to avoid Cougars upset

Luke Lazarczyk, sports editor
January 26, 2024
Illustration by Catherine Eldridge and Lilly Crist

Luke’s Locker: Lee’s injury provides opportunity to improve

Luke Lazarczyk, sports editor
January 26, 2024
Guard Taryn Sides pulls up to shoot a 3 in the second quarter of the Texas game. No. 12 K-State beat No. 10 Texas 61-58 Jan. 13, 2024.

Women’s basketball remains supreme defeating No. 10 Texas

Luke Lazarczyk, sports editor
January 19, 2024
Head coach Jeff Mittie breaks it down with his players following K-States win. No. 12 K-State beat No. 10 Texas 61-58 Jan. 13, 2024.

Women’s basketball’s ascent to one of the best teams in the country

Luke Lazarczyk, sports editor
January 19, 2024
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