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K-State Snaps Skid with 108-49 Win over MVSU

Tuesday, December 9

MANHATTAN, Kan. – Kansas State ended its 4-game losing streak with a thorough domination of Mississippi Valley State on Tuesday night, breaking 100 points for the fourth time under head coach Jerome Tang while connecting on 57.6 percent shooting in a 108-49 victory on Monday... Read More.

K-State Specialist Shares Tips for Managing Cattle as Temps Get Cold

Monday, December 8

Cold stress increases cow’s energy needs, says Warner MANHATTAN, Kan. — As temperatures become colder, a K-State cow-calf specialist says it is important for beef producers to be on the lookout for cold stress in their cattle.“Beef cows begin to experience cold stress when... Read More.

K-State Football to Decline Bowl Invitation

Sunday, December 7

MANHATTAN, Kan. – Kansas State athletics director Gene Taylor announced Sunday that the Wildcats will not accept a bowl bid for the 2025 season."Following our recent coaching change and conversations with our player leadership and Commissioner Yormark, I determined that we will not accept... Read More.

Defense Carries Seton Hall to 78-67 Win Over K-State

Sunday, December 7

MANHATTAN, Kan. – Seton Hall showed why it is one of the top defensive teams in the country by forcing Kansas State into season-lows into multiple offensive categories en route to a 78-67 win on Saturday afternoon before 9,195 fans at Bramlage Coliseum.BOX SCOREThe... Read More.

K-State Volleyball’s Season Ends in Second Round of NCAA Tournament

Sunday, December 7

LINCOLN, Neb. – K-State volleyball saw its season come to an end Saturday night at Bob Devaney Sports Center, as the Wildcats fell to No. 1 Nebraska in straight sets in the second round of the 2025 NCAA Tournament, 17-25, 21-25, 16-25.BOX SCORENebraska (32-0,... Read More.

K-State Legend Collin Klein Hired as Head Football Coach

Friday, December 5

MANHATTAN, Kan. – One of the greatest players in school history will return to lead the Wildcats on the sidelines, as Collin Klein has been named the next head football coach at Kansas State, athletics director Gene Taylor announced Thursday.A 2012 Heisman Trophy finalist and member... Read More.

K-State to Host Calving Schools Across Kansas

Friday, December 5

Programs focus on calving management, handling difficult birthsMANHATTAN, Kan. — In anticipation of calving season, Kansas State University’s Department of Animal Sciences and Industry and Kansas State University Extension are planning a series of calving schools beginning in December and continuing through January.The... Read More.

Reports: K-State Football Coach Klieman to Retire, Klein to Take Over as Head Coach

Wednesday, December 3

MANHATTAN, Kan. - Kansas State Head Football Coach Chris Klieman is considering retirement, and Collin Klein will return to Manhattan to be the next head coach, according to the Manhattan Mercury and On3 Sports.A source close to K-State confirmed the rumor to Ad Astra Radio.... Read More.

K-State Horticulture Expert Shares Tips for Choosing and Caring for Live Christmas Trees

Wednesday, December 3

Tree safety starts when you pick one from the lot MANHATTAN, Kan. — Kansas State University horticulture expert Cynthia Domenghini said there are three characteristics to avoid when selecting a live Christmas tree: Dull, gray-green needles. Dry, stiff and brittle needles. Needles drop from tree... Read More.

Big First-Half Effort Carries Bowling Green Past K-State, 82-66

Tuesday, December 2

MANHATTAN, Kan. – Senior Sam Towns led all scorers with 27 points, including 17 in a big first-half performance by Bowling Green, as the Falcons earned an 82-66 wire-to-wire win over Kansas State on Monday night before 6,917 fans at Bramlage Coliseum.BOX SCORELed by Towns, Bowling... Read More.

Jackson Rushes for 3 TDs in K-State Football’s 24-14 win over Colorado

Saturday, November 29

MANHATTAN, Kan. – Kansas State senior offensive lineman Taylor Poitier wasn't ready for his college career to end at Bill Snyder Family Stadium. Standing in front of his teammates at halftime of a 7-7 game against Colorado, in a game the Wildcats needed to... Read More.

K-State Volleyball Falls in Five Sets on Senior Day

Thursday, November 27

Manhattan, Kan. – K-State pushed UCF to a fifth set after dropping the opening two frames, but the Wildcats' comeback fell short in a Senior Day loss Wednesday night at Morgan Family Arena, 25-19, 25-20, 20-25, 14-25, 16-14.BOX SCOREComing off their sixth win in... Read More.