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See K-State’s last-second win in Big 12 women’s tourney to head to semifinals

By Mike Gunnoe Special to The Star
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  • Kansas State edged Oklahoma State 74-73 via Tess Heal free throw with 1.3 seconds left.
  • Wildcats improve to 18-16 and advance to Big 12 semifinals in Kansas City on Saturday.
  • Kansas State will face the winner of TCU vs BYU after clinching the quarterfinal victory.

The Wildcats’ magical Big 12 Tournament run continues.

Kansas State beat Oklahoma State 74-73 Friday in the Women’s Big 12 Tournament at T-Mobile Center in Kansas City. A free throw from Tess Heal with 1.3 seconds remaining clinched the quarterfinal win for the Wildcats.

The Wildcats, 18-16, will meet TCU or BYU in Saturday’s semifinals in Kansas City.

Relive the game with these courtside photos from Star contributor Mike Gunnoe.

K-State beats Oklahoma State in Big 12

Kansas State Wildcats forward Nastja Claessens (4) runs onto the court after being introduced as a starter against Oklahoma State during the Big 12 Women’s Basketball Tournament at the T-Mobile Center on Friday, March 6, 2026, in Kansas City, Missouri.
Kansas State Wildcats forward Nastja Claessens (4) runs onto the court after being introduced as a starter against Oklahoma State during the Big 12 Women’s Basketball Tournament at the T-Mobile Center on Friday, March 6, 2026, in Kansas City, Missouri. Mike Gunnoe Special to The Star
Kansas State Wildcats forward Tess Heal (34) clashes with Oklahoma State Cowgirls guard Amari Whiting (1) for a loose ball during the Big 12 Women’s Basketball Tournament at the T-Mobile Center.
Kansas State Wildcats forward Tess Heal (34) clashes with Oklahoma State Cowgirls guard Amari Whiting (1) for a loose ball during the Big 12 Women’s Basketball Tournament at the T-Mobile Center. Mike Gunnoe Special to The Star
Kansas State Wildcats forward Nastja Claessens (4) makes a layup against Oklahoma State during the Big 12 Women’s Basketball Tournament at the T-Mobile Center.
Kansas State Wildcats forward Nastja Claessens (4) makes a layup against Oklahoma State during the Big 12 Women’s Basketball Tournament at the T-Mobile Center. Mike Gunnoe Special to The Star
Kansas State Wildcats head coach Jeff Mittie throws his arms out in disbelief at a no-call against Oklahoma State during the Big 12 Women’s Basketball Tournament at the T-Mobile Center.
Kansas State Wildcats head coach Jeff Mittie throws his arms out in disbelief at a no-call against Oklahoma State during the Big 12 Women’s Basketball Tournament at the T-Mobile Center. Mike Gunnoe Special to The Star
Kansas State Wildcats guard Aniya' Foy (5) goes up for a layup against Oklahoma State during the third round of the Big 12 Women’s Basketball Tournament at the T-Mobile Center.
Kansas State Wildcats guard Aniya' Foy (5) goes up for a layup against Oklahoma State during the third round of the Big 12 Women’s Basketball Tournament at the T-Mobile Center. Mike Gunnoe Special to The Star
Kansas State Wildcats guard Taryn Sides (11) lines up a three-point shot against Oklahoma State during the Big 12 Women’s Basketball Tournament.
Kansas State Wildcats guard Taryn Sides (11) lines up a three-point shot against Oklahoma State during the Big 12 Women’s Basketball Tournament. Mike Gunnoe Special to The Star
The Kansas State Wildcats bench celebrates a three-point basket against Oklahoma State during the third round of the Big 12 Women’s Basketball Tournament.
The Kansas State Wildcats bench celebrates a three-point basket against Oklahoma State during the third round of the Big 12 Women’s Basketball Tournament. Mike Gunnoe Special to The Star
Kansas State Wildcats guard Jordan Speiser (23) makes a three-point basket against Oklahoma State during the third round of the Big 12 Women’s Basketball Tournamen.
Kansas State Wildcats guard Jordan Speiser (23) makes a three-point basket against Oklahoma State during the third round of the Big 12 Women’s Basketball Tournamen. Mike Gunnoe Special to The Star
Kansas State Wildcats guard Jordan Speiser (23) sticks out her tongue after making a three-pointer against Oklahoma State during the Big 12 Women’s Basketball Tournament at the T-Mobile Center on Friday, March 6, 2026, in Kansas City, Missouri.
Kansas State Wildcats guard Jordan Speiser (23) sticks out her tongue after making a three-pointer against Oklahoma State during the Big 12 Women’s Basketball Tournament at the T-Mobile Center on Friday, March 6, 2026, in Kansas City, Missouri. Mike Gunnoe Special to The Star
The Kansas State Wildcat fanbase celebrates a three-point basket against Oklahoma State during the Big 12 Women’s Basketball Tournament.
The Kansas State Wildcat fanbase celebrates a three-point basket against Oklahoma State during the Big 12 Women’s Basketball Tournament. Mike Gunnoe Special to The Star
Kansas State Wildcats guard Gina Garcia (6) hits a three-pointer against Oklahoma State during the third round of the Big 12 Women’s Basketball Tournament.
Kansas State Wildcats guard Gina Garcia (6) hits a three-pointer against Oklahoma State during the third round of the Big 12 Women’s Basketball Tournament. Mike Gunnoe Special to The Star
Kansas State Wildcats guard Jordan Speiser (23) celebrates with guard Gina Garcia (6) after a timeout was called against Oklahoma State during the Big 12 Women’s Basketball Tournament.
Kansas State Wildcats guard Jordan Speiser (23) celebrates with guard Gina Garcia (6) after a timeout was called against Oklahoma State during the Big 12 Women’s Basketball Tournament. Mike Gunnoe Special to The Star
The Kansas State Wildcat fanbase erupts after a late three-point basket was made against Oklahoma State during the Big 12 Women’s Basketball Tournament.
The Kansas State Wildcat fanbase erupts after a late three-point basket was made against Oklahoma State during the Big 12 Women’s Basketball Tournament. Mike Gunnoe Special to The Star
Kansas State Wildcats guard Jordan Speiser (23) celebrates with fans after the game against Oklahoma State during the Big 12 Women’s Basketball Tournament.
Kansas State Wildcats guard Jordan Speiser (23) celebrates with fans after the game against Oklahoma State during the Big 12 Women’s Basketball Tournament. Mike Gunnoe Special to The Star
Kansas State Wildcats guard Aniya' Foy (5) celebrates with teammates after defeating Oklahoma State during the third round of the Big 12 Women’s Basketball Tournament.
Kansas State Wildcats guard Aniya' Foy (5) celebrates with teammates after defeating Oklahoma State during the third round of the Big 12 Women’s Basketball Tournament. Mike Gunnoe Special to The Star
The Kansas State Wildcats celebrate the win over Oklahoma State during the Big 12 Women’s Basketball Tournament at the T-Mobile Center on Friday, March 6, 2026 in Kansas City, Missouri. The Wildcats now head to the semifinals of the tournament.
The Kansas State Wildcats celebrate the win over Oklahoma State during the Big 12 Women’s Basketball Tournament at the T-Mobile Center on Friday, March 6, 2026 in Kansas City, Missouri. The Wildcats now head to the semifinals of the tournament. Mike Gunnoe Special to The Star
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