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The independent student news publication at Kansas State University

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Kansas State freshman David Castillo cuts toward the hoop in the 2025 Sunflower Showdown at Allen Fieldhouse on Jan. 19. The true freshman guard played a career-high minutes in the 10-point loss.

Early run plagues K-State in Sunflower Showdown

Brayden Meseke, staff writer January 19, 2025
Kansas opened on a 14-0 run, proving too much for K-State to overcome in Allen Fieldhouse.
K-State guard Max Jones holds the ball during K-State's loss to Texas Tech on Jan. 14. Jones nearly notched a double-double across 39 minutes.

K-State drops 4th straight in Big 12 play against Texas Tech

Brayden Meseke, staff writer January 15, 2025
After winning its first conference game against Cincinnati, K-State has dropped four straight after a 61-57 loss to Texas Tech.
K-State guards Dug McDaniel, Max Jones and David Castillo gather together during K-State's 87-57 home loss to Houston on Saturday, Jan. 11. The 30-point loss was the worst under head coach Jerome Tang.

K-State men suffer largest defeat in Tang era to Houston

Brayden Meseke, staff writer January 12, 2025
The ‘Cats suffered their largest defeat under head coach Jerome Tang losing by 30, 87-57.
From left-to-right, David N'Guessan, Macaleab Rich and Ugonna Onyenso exit the court following the first half against Arkansas-Pine Bluff.

K-State suffers another road defeat at Oklahoma State

Brayden Meseke, staff writer January 8, 2025
K-State's road woes continue as the Cowboys take a 79-66 win.
Left to right, Coleman Hawkins (33), David N'Guessan (1), Brendan Hausen (11), Max Jones (2) and Dug McDaniel (0) huddle during a break in play during the opening minutes against Cincinnati. The starting lineup would combine for 61 points as the Wildcats opened up Big 12 play with a 70-67 win over Cincinnati on Dec. 30.

K-State men’s basketball falls late at TCU

Brayden Meseke, staff writer January 5, 2025
A 7-0 run to end the game by TCU gave them the close 63-62 victory over the Wildcats.
K-State guard Dug McDaniel charges to the hoop for a basket in the Wildcats' home upset of No. 16 Cincinnati on Dec. 30. McDaniel notched his second start of the year.

K-State upsets No. 16 Cincinnati in conference opener 

Brayden Meseke, staff writer December 31, 2024
After a disappointing non-con, the Wildcats start Big 12 play with a much-needed win .
Players congratulate wing Macaleab Rich after a successful free throw. Kansas State defeated Arkansas-Pine Bluff, 120-73 on Dec. 1.

K-State finishes non-con on a sour note at Wichita State

Brayden Meseke, staff writer December 23, 2024
Wildcats enter Big 12 play and winter break at 6-5.
K-State guard Max Jones pulls up from beyond the arc against Drake. The Wildcats fell 73-70 in overtime on Dec. 18 at the T-Mobile Center in Kansas City, Mo. (Photo courtesy of K-State Athletics)

K-State comes up short in overtime against Drake

Brayden Meseke, staff writer December 18, 2024
K-State fell behind by 20 but battled back before losing 73-70 in heartbreaking fashion.
Associate Head Coach Ulrich Maligi talks to guard Brendan Hausen as Head Coach Jerome Tang calls out to the Wildcats during free throws. The Wildcats tacked on 19-points through free throws during their 120-73 win over Arkansas-Pine Bluff.

Hausen’s heroics not enough for K-State in St. John’s loss

Toby Hammes, sports editor December 8, 2024
Junior Brendan Hausen scored a career-best 27 points, including 21 in the first half.
Junior Dug McDaniel hustles back on defense after scoring for K-State. The Wildcats fell to LSU 65-76 on Nov. 14 at Bramlage Colesium.

Know Your Opponent | K-State travels to New York to face St. John’s

Brayden Meseke, staff writer December 5, 2024
After a record-setting performance on Sunday, K-State will travel to face a tough St. John’s team.
Forward Achor Achor slams home a dunk on Dec. 1 against Arkansas Pine Bluff. The Wildcats set a program record of 120 points, led by Achor's season-high 21 points.

K-State men and women dominate double-header, outscoring opponents 206-112

Toby Hammes, sports editor December 2, 2024
The Wildcats' basketball squads put together back-to-back stuffings in return to Bramlage.
K-State guard Dug McDaniel glides for a layup against Longwood in the Virgin Islands on Nov. 25. The Wildcats placed third in the Paradise Jam. (Photo courtesy of K-State Athletics)

K-State men place third at Paradise Jam

Toby Hammes, sports editor November 25, 2024
Wildcats go 2-1 in the Virgin Islands.
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