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The independent student news publication at Kansas State University

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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.
Junior Dug McDaniel hustles back on defense after scoring for K-State. The Wildcats fell to LSU 76-65 on Nov. 14 at Bramlage Coliseum.

K-State jump starts Paradise Jam with win over George Washington

Brayden Meseke, staff writer November 23, 2024
Wildcats showcase their best performance in the young season.
K-State head coach Jerome Tang rallies his team against LSU on Nov. 14. Tang, a former U.S. Virgin Islands resident, embarks on a homecoming in the Paradise Jam tourney.

Paradise Jam Preview | K-State looks to outmatch overseas opponents

Toby Hammes, sports editor November 21, 2024
Why K-State can be victorious in the Virgin Islands.
Center Ugonna Onyenso slams home a dunk against Mississippi State Valley on Tuesday. The Kentucky transfer had a team-high 16 points in the win.

K-State men bounce back with Mississippi Valley State win

Trey Thomas, staff writer November 20, 2024
Ugonna Onyenso leads the Wildcats off the bench in a lackluster win.
K-State guard CJ Jones is defended by former Wildcat guard Cam Carter playing for LSU. The senior led scorers with 20 points in his return to Manhattan.

K-State MBB falls to LSU in Cam Carter’s return to Bramlage

Toby Hammes, sports editor November 16, 2024
Wildcats suffer tough defeat at the hands of a former player
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