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The independent student news publication at Kansas State University

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The independent student news publication at Kansas State University

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Players Dug McDaniel (0), David N'Guessan (1), and Coleman Hawkins (33) huddle with their teammates during a break in play against the Oklahoma State Cowboys on Jan 29. The Wildcats defeated the Cowboys, 85-57.

K-State ends season with Big 12 tournament loss to Baylor, likely forgoing postseason

Brayden Meseke, staff writer March 13, 2025
The Wildcats hit a cold streak from three, and Baylor used their fresh legs to outrun the Wildcats 70-56 in the season finale.
K-State senior forward Coleman Hawkins shoots the ball over an Arizona defender as the Wildcats continued their winning streak to six games with a 73-70 win over Arizona on Feb. 11 at Bramlage Coliseum.

K-State downs Arizona State in Big 12 Tournament opener

Brayden Meseke, staff writer March 12, 2025
K-State got a big lead and withstood an Arizona State run to hold on for the win.
K-State senior David N'Guessan goes up for a layup against Iowa State on senior day. The Wildcats fell to the Cyclones as N'Guessan scored  19 points on 8-of-10 field goals on March 8.

K-State basketball drops senior day to Iowa State, will be No. 10 seed at Big 12 Tournament

The Collegian, staff report March 9, 2025
Wildcats wrapped up the regular season at 15-16 ahead of the postseason at Kansas City.
Head coach Jerome Tang smiles while the Wildcats defeated Oklahoma State 85-57 on Jan. 29 at Bramlage Coliseum.

K-State earns commitments from Ashton Magee, Exavier Wilson

Brayden Meseke, staff writer March 6, 2025
Jerome Tang and staff receive commitment from a pair of high school prospects in the Class of 2025.
Forward Coleman Hawkins looks to pass during the first half against Cincinnati. Hawkins led the offense in scoring with 20 points as they defeated then-No. 16 Cincinnati 70-67 to open conference play on Dec. 30.

K-State sweeps Cincinnati with a tough road win

Brayden Meseke, staff writer March 6, 2025

Senior forward David N’Guessan carded 18 points and 10 rebounds, recording his sixth double-double of the season to lead Kansas State men’s basketball to a close 54-49 victory at Cincinnati on Wednesday.. N’Guessan,...

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.
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.
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.
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.
Senior center David N'Guessan flexes after a bucket against No. 16 Kansas as K-State won 81-73 at Bramlage on Feb. 8. N'Guessan scored 20 points as he and head coach Jerome Tang won three straight Sunflower Showdown at home.

K-State handles No. 16 Kansas 81-73 over in Sunflower Showdown

Toby Hammes, sports editor February 8, 2025
Wildcats earn their 5th straight win this season, Tang moves to 3-0 against KU in Bramlage.
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 Jan. 29 in Bramlage Coliseum.

K-State holds on late for 4th-straight win at Arizona State

Brayden Meseke, staff writer February 5, 2025
K-State trailed big early but a late first-half run and big plays in the second half allowed the Wildcats to get the victory. 
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