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Kansas State Collegian

The independent student news publication at Kansas State University

Kansas State Collegian

The independent student news publication at Kansas State University

Kansas State Collegian

Guard Nate Johnson (34) hangs his head after  one of the many big offensive plays by Kansas in the 104-85 routing of the Wildcats at Allen Fieldhouse on March 7, 2026.

Jayhawks bury Wildcats, 104-85, during second Sunflower Showdown

Greta Klein, sports editor March 8, 2026
Lawrence’s Allen Field House was electric with fans as the Kansas Jayhawks recognized their seniors, along with the second matchup of the Sunflower Showdown. In the sea of red and blue, some purple patches attended the rivalry as well. Kansas State would have a difficult time containing the Jayhawks' offensive flow and dynamic atmosphere as Kansas took the win 104-85 ahead of the Big 12 Tournament next week.
Guard Nate Johnson shoots a three-point shot against TCU. The Wildcats fell short to the Horned Frogs 77-68 on Feb. 28 at Bramlage Coliseum. Johnson had 16 points and nine assists on the night.

Mistakes cost Wildcats in second matchup against Horned Frogs

Greta Klein, sports editor February 28, 2026
Immense pressure from the TCU Horned Frogs caused the Kansas State Wildcats to have an abundance of turnovers, leading to a 77-68 loss on Feb. 28 in Bramlage Coliseum. The ‘Cats had 19 turnovers compared to the Horned Frogs’ nine, something TCU took advantage of, as they scored 28 points from poor ball handling by K-State.
Interim head coach Matthew Driscoll talks with PJ Haggerty during the second half. The Wildcats’ won 90–74 over Baylor on Feb. 17, 2026, at Bramlage Coliseum in Manhattan, Kansas.

Second-half comeback trampled by Buffaloes

Trey Thomas, staff writer February 26, 2026
Defensively, Kansas State came out swinging. Five minutes into regulation, the Wildcats forced four turnovers and a solid number of stops. Fortunately for Colorado, K-State struggled to capitalize on these scoring opportunities, allowing the Buffaloes to keep the game from getting out of hand quickly. 
Last season, James Guyette throws a pitch against West Virginia. The 'Cats defeated the Mountaineers, 14-9.

K-State suffers first loss of the season to Auburn

Brayden Meseke, staff writer February 23, 2026
Kansas State was held to one run as No. 9-ranked Auburn handed the Wildcats their first loss of the season, 5-1. The contest was the first game for the two teams in the Amegy Bank College Baseball Series, held at Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas.
Senior Tess Heal (34) looks to take a shot around a Jayhawk. The Wildcats would fall 75-68 in the second matchup of the Sunflower Showdown on February 21, 2026. Heal had 19 points, four rebounds and seven assists on the night.

Sad senior day for K-State

Greta Klein, sports editor February 21, 2026
As the number of games dwindle for Kansas State women’s basketball, the seniors in the white-and-purple uniforms were recognized after the second season matchup of the Sunflower Showdown.
Nate Johnson (34) rises for a dunk during the second half against Baylor on Feb. 18, 2026, at Bramlage Coliseum in Manhattan, Kansas. Johnson led the Wildcats with 33 points.

Resilient Wildcats take down Baylor 90-74

Greta Klein, sports editor February 18, 2026
A standing ovation and chants of K-S-U streamed from Kansas State fans on Tuesday night, still showing support for the Wildcats. Despite the hectic status of the team, K-State was ready to come out and compete against the Baylor Bears, snapping a six-game losing streak.
Aniya' Foy (5) looks for an open teammate during the Wildcats' matchup against Oklahoma State at Bramlage Coliseum. Foy had two points, eight rebounds and one assist. K-State took down the Cowgirls 70-61 on Feb. 11.

Wildcats corral Cowgirls in 70-61 win

Greta Klein, sports editor February 11, 2026
Donning pink and white uniforms in Kansas State’s Play 4 Kay Game on Feb. 10, the Wildcats jumped ahead early with a 6-0 run before Oklahoma State University made its first points. K-State went on scoring runs of seven, six and three points all in just the first quarter, putting the Wildcats ahead 18-9 after the first 10 minutes of play.
Forward Nastja Claessens (4) celebrates with guard Taryn Sides (11) after drawing an and-one against BYU on February 7, 2026 at Bramlage Coliseum. Claessens would lead the Wildcats with 25 points, 4 assists, and 2 steals in the 77-52 blowout over the Cougars.

‘Cats dominate Cougars 77-52

Greta Klein, sports editor February 7, 2026
Coming off a 72-62 road loss against Arizona, the Kansas State Wildcats were ready to return to Bramlage Coliseum and secure their sixth Big 12 win.
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