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K-State's Southwell hasn't had breakout season he was expecting

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 05:00 CST

Whether he's setting a new career high or sitting on the bench, Kansas State's Shane Southwell always seems to have a smile on his face.

Sluggish K-State beats Texas Tech

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 00:00 CST

Given Texas Tech's status as the only team in the Big 12 without a conference victory, no one expected its game with Kansas State on Tuesday at Bramlage Coliseum to be a thriller. Still, few could have predicted K-State's 65-46 win being as dull as it was.

Hayes to be K-State defensive coordinator

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 05:00 CST

Tom Hayes has been promoted and will serve as Kansas State's defensive coordinator next season, according to sources with knowledge of the hiring process.

K-State notes

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 05:00 CST

In the middle of a difficult stretch of four games in nine days, Frank Martin decided to take it easy in practices the past few days. He had players stay off their feet and mentally prepare for Texas Tech's defensive schemes. Though the move conserved energy, it didn't show in the game. Practices might pick up leading up to the Texas game on Saturday.

Wildcats should have three guards in top form against Tech

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 05:00 CST

Coming off an important win over Texas A&M on Saturday, Will Spradling said he felt confident and Angel Rodriguez said he was happy. Add a healthy Rodney McGruder to the mix today, and Kansas State should enter tonight's game against Texas Tech at Bramlage Coliseum with the perfect mind-set.

Spradling, Rodriguez spark K-State past Texas A&M

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 05:00 CST

There was a moment during Kansas State's 64-53 victory over Texas A&M on Saturday at Bramlage Coliseum when the Wildcats' recent struggles seemed to fade away. No one knew exactly what was going to happen, but when Angel Rodriguez rebounded his own missed three-pointer and made a contested layup, everything suddenly fell into place.

K-State-Texas Tech basketball preview

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 05:00 CST

The Wildcats are coming off an important win over Texas A&M in which they pulled away from the Aggies in the second half.

K-State notebook | McGruder is ailing

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 05:00 CST

Rodney McGruder was so bothered by an injured toe on Saturday that he had to prove to assistant coach Brad Underwood he was fit to play in the second half during layup drills.

K-State wants another strong February finish

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 05:00 CST

One look at the calendar is all it takes for the Kansas State basketball team to feel a boost in confidence.

Second-place K-State women gear up for Baylor, Griner

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 05:00 CST

When the No. 1-ranked Baylor women's basketball team steps onto the Bramlage Coliseum floor tonight, it will have to defend its undefeated record in front of a large Kansas State crowd.

K-State-Texas A&M basketball preview

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 05:00 CST

• WHEN/WHERE: 3 p.m. Saturday at Bramlage Coliseum in Manhattan, Kan.

Will Big 12 punish Martin for comments after loss?

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 14:22 CST

Some are wondering whether the Big 12 will punish Kansas State coach Frank Martin for critical comments he made about the officiating crew after a 72-70 loss at Iowa State on Tuesday. Maybe. Interim commissioner Chuck Neinas will ultimately decide if Martin violated the conference's sportsmanship policy.

K-State's latest class has variety

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 05:00 CST

Kansas State football coach Bill Snyder only needed one word to describe what he liked best about the Wildcats' latest recruiting class, which the school announced on Wednesday: Variety.

Football signing day | Kansas State

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 09:14 CST

Glenn Gronkowski, the youngest brother of Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski, is among the signings announced by Kansas State on Wednesday morning.

Big 12 recruiting recap

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 05:00 CST

In order, with top-ranked recruit:

K-State caught in spiral with second straight loss

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 00:00 CST

As far as gut-wrenching losses go, Kansas State's 72-70 defeat at the hands of Iowa State on Tuesday at Hilton Coliseum is hard to top. With one shot, the Wildcats went from being in control of a pivotal conference basketball game to down on their luck in a wild road environment.

Juco safety could be K-State's replacement for Hartman

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 05:00 CST

When Kent Gainous took his official visit to Kansas State, it didn't take much for the Wildcats coaching staff to get him fired up about playing football for them next season.

Kansas State football recruiting outlook

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 05:00 CST

Four-star wide receiver, he is the highest rated K-State recruit, according to Rivals.

Transfers team up to make Iowa State tough to beat

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 05:00 CST

Before they came together at Iowa State and helped turn the Cyclones into the potential NCAA Tournament team they are today, Royce White, Chris Babb, Chris Allen and Anthony Booker were spread across the country at different Division I schools.

Big 12 three-pointers: Depth edge goes to Baylor, K-State

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 05:00 CST

Big 12 teams have never had a more active January.

Lon Kruger has K-State's number as Oklahoma wins 63-60

Sat, 28 Jan 2012 05:00 CST

At this rate, Lon Kruger won't be greeted with smiles and applause at Bramlage Coliseum much longer. Though the former Kansas State player and coach has contributed so much to his alma mater over the years that his name and number hang from the rafters here, he has been an undeniable thorn in the Wildcats' side lately.

K-State-Oklahoma notebook

Sat, 28 Jan 2012 05:00 CST

• Key play: Steven Pledger ended the first half by making a three-pointer that gave the Sooners a six-point edge.

Kruger back at K-State but in an odd role

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 05:00 CST

Lon Kruger can't predict what his emotions will be when he is introduced as the Oklahoma basketball coach today at Bramlage Coliseum. Before, he's always come home as an alum and a K-State supporter. Today, he is with the enemy.

K-State-Oklahoma basketball preview

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 05:00 CST

K-State defensive coordinator may come from within staff

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 14:08 CST

Kansas State football coach Bill Snyder has not made a final decision on how to fill the open defensive coordinator position, but he is currently leaning toward promoting from within his staff. Sources said the current frontrunner for the job is Tom Hayes.

Kansas State cruises past Texas Tech

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 05:00 CST

Following the Kansas State basketball team's 69-47 victory over Texas Tech on Wednesday at United Spirit Arena, coach Frank Martin viewed his bench players the same way the rest of us look at auto insurance. He had no idea when, where or why he would need them against the Red Raiders, but when he did he was awfully glad they were there.

K-State notebook: Ojeleye steps up

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 05:00 CST

The last time Victor Ojeleye was inside United Spirit Arena, he wasn't able to play. Not because he wasn't performing well enough in practices to deserve minutes late in a blowout win, but because he was an unselfish teammate. Former starter Curtis Kelly busted one of his shoes early in that game two years ago, and Ojeleye volunteered to trade shoes with him so he could continue playing.

Rockhurst defensive end committed to K-State

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 05:00 CST

Jordan Willis, a defensive end out of Rockhurst High School, has verbally committed to play for Kansas State starting in 2013.

Irving gives K-State a big boost off the bench

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 05:00 CST

Despite starting 14 of 16 games at shooting guard, Martavious Irving had no problem moving to the bench for Kansas State's games against Texas and Oklahoma State. "It's an easy process," Irving said. "I'm playing the same minutes I always have, so it doesn't matter. One of my former coaches told me a long time ago, 'It's not about who starts the games. It's about who finishes.'

K-State reinstates Henriquez from suspension

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 00:00 CST

Jordan Henriquez has been reinstated to the Kansas State basketball team, and he made the trip with the Wildcats to Lubbock, Texas for tonight's game against Texas Tech.