DEFENSIVE COORDINATOR STEVE SPAGNUOLO

OPENING STATEMENT:&nbsp;“Alright, I’m just fired up to play another game. We’ve had a little bit of time off here. It feels like forever that we’ve been here, right? Those extra days in there help, but with that I’ll just kind of open it up and let you guys (the media) fire away.”

Q:&nbsp;On the impact that the defense has on the offense.

SPAGNUOLO:&nbsp;“Yeah, it’s a team thing, right? You win the turnover ratio, you have a pretty good chance – I mean, your percentages go way up of winning the game. You know, that and fourth-down stops (and) big special teams plays, right? Those kind – those seem to tip the game in your favor so the more of those (that) we can get, the better.”

Q:&nbsp;What’s the process of keeping the guys who won’t play on Sunday sharp for the playoffs?

SPAGNUOLO:&nbsp;“The first PowerPoint that I put up on Tuesday was, ‘Do Not Lose Your Edge.’ We’ve went two-and-a-half months of offseason work. We went, whatever it’s been, five-and-a-half months since July of all this work to get to this point. Why would we backoff, why would we lose our edge? I’m talking about it in preparation and how the guys practice, what they might do with their bodies physically, rest, all those things. That was an emphasis at the beginning. We’ve also challenged our guys – look, depending on where this all goes and we have this Week 18 to figure out who the playoff team – there’s a chance we play this team (Denver Broncos) again, so if I’m sitting there listening to all the information about Denver’s offense, I want to accumulate that for – you know, to be ready for this – not only this game but in the chance that we end up playing them again.”

Q:&nbsp;What’s the line when you’re trying to give the Broncos your best but you’re also resting your starters?

SPAGNUOLO:&nbsp;“That’s the head coach’s – you have to go back to (Head Coach) Andy (Reid), I mean, he makes that decision. Listen, we’re in our meetings with everybody getting ready to play against Denver’s offense – all hands-on deck. Getting – Chris (Jones) may be a little bit different because of the injury he’s dealing with and all those guys, to a man, are working that way in the meetings that we’ve had, in these walkthroughs and now getting ready to have another practice. That’s not going to change and it’s a really good point – we’re going to get their best. It’s not – they’re not experimenting with getting ready for the future or anything. They’re getting ready for a playoff run, so whoever we put out there has to play their best.”

Q: What’s the process of trying to keep the guys who aren’t playing sharp over this long break?

NAGY:&nbsp;“They know that it’s their job, number one. Number two, they have to stay prepared whichever way it goes, and they do a good job with that, it’s important. I mean, this entire time as they go through this process, they know that, too if they’re not playing, it’s their role too to become another coach and be there. Then also, you have to be ready, too. You never know how things go in the game and if you’re up and you’re suited and ready to – that’s why I think like sometimes as you go through this process, the mental challenge and the hurdles of preparing all week, you can’t let that slip. You’ve got to prepare and keep it the same and I think that’s very important for these guys.”

Q: On Xavier Worthy hitting his stride and Hollywood Brown returning.

NAGY:&nbsp;“I love it. Again, you’ve heard me relate it to Rashee (Rice) but that’s real. Xavier’s (Worthy) done a great job of staying patient the entire season, he’s been great with the players – it’s been a fun process for him. Now, as we continue to kind of go into these moments and these games things he’s going to realize that when we get to the playoffs it steps up even more and things get even faster. It’s been really fun to see this offense start to come together and getting Hollywood (Brown) back too certainly helps out.”

Q: What has led to you guys being able to take care of the ball offensively, especially recently?

Chiefs Coordinator QuotesJanuary 2, 2025DEFENSIVE COORDINATOR STEVE SPAGNUOLOOPENING STATEMENT:&nbsp;“Alright, I’m just fired up to play another game. We’ve had a little bit of time off here. It feels like forever that we’ve been here, right? Those extra days in there help, but with that I’ll just kind of open it up and let you guys (the media) fire away.”Q:&nbsp;On the impact that the defense has on the offense.SPAGNUOLO:&nbsp;“Yeah, it’s a team thing, right? You win the turnover ratio, you have a pretty good chance – I mean, your percentages go way up of winning the game. You know, that and fourth-down stops (and) big special teams plays, right? Those kind – those seem to tip the game in your favor so the more of those (that) we can get, the better.”Q:&nbsp;What’s the process of keeping the guys who won’t play on Sunday sharp for the playoffs?SPAGNUOLO:&nbsp;“The first PowerPoint that I put up on Tuesday was, ‘Do Not Lose Your Edge.’ We’ve went two-and-a-half months of offseason work. We went, whatever it’s been, five-and-a-half months since July of all this work to get to this point. Why would we backoff, why would we lose our edge? I’m talking about it in preparation and how the guys practice, what they might do with their bodies physically, rest, all those things. That was an emphasis at the beginning. We’ve also challenged our guys – look, depending on where this all goes and we have this Week 18 to figure out who the playoff team – there’s a chance we play this team (Denver Broncos) again, so if I’m sitting there listening to all the information about Denver’s offense, I want to accumulate that for – you know, to be ready for this – not only this game but in the chance that we end up playing them again.”Q:&nbsp;What’s the line when you’re trying to give the Broncos your best but you’re also resting your starters?SPAGNUOLO:&nbsp;“That’s the head coach’s – you have to go back to (Head Coach) Andy (Reid), I mean, he makes that decision. Listen, we’re in our meetings with everybody getting ready to play against Denver’s offense – all hands-on deck. Getting – Chris (Jones) may be a little bit different because of the injury he’s dealing with and all those guys, to a man, are working that way in the meetings that we’ve had, in these walkthroughs and now getting ready to have another practice. That’s not going to change and it’s a really good point – we’re going to get their best. It’s not – they’re not experimenting with getting ready for the future or anything. They’re getting ready for a playoff run, so whoever we put out there has to play their best.”OFFENSIVE COORDINATOR MATT NAGYQ: What’s the process of trying to keep the guys who aren’t playing sharp over this long break?NAGY:&nbsp;“They know that it’s their job, number one. Number two, they have to stay prepared whichever way it goes, and they do a good job with that, it’s important. I mean, this entire time as they go through this process, they know that, too if they’re not playing, it’s their role too to become another coach and be there. Then also, you have to be ready, too. You never know how things go in the game and if you’re up and you’re suited and ready to – that’s why I think like sometimes as you go through this process, the mental challenge and the hurdles of preparing all week, you can’t let that slip. You’ve got to prepare and keep it the same and I think that’s very important for these guys.”Q: On Xavier Worthy hitting his stride and Hollywood Brown returning.NAGY:&nbsp;“I love it. Again, you’ve heard me relate it to Rashee (Rice) but that’s real. Xavier’s (Worthy) done a great job of staying patient the entire season, he’s been great with the players – it’s been a fun process for him. Now, as we continue to kind of go into these moments and these games things he’s going to realize that when we get to the playoffs it steps up even more and things get even faster. It’s been really fun to see this offense start to come together and getting Hollywood (Brown) back too certainly helps out.”Q: What has led to you guys being able to take care of the ball offensively, especially recently?

Chiefs Quotes: 12-2-24

MANHATTAN, Kan.&nbsp;– Due to an incoming winter storm, the Big 12 women’s basketball game between (12/11) K-State and Texas Tech has been adjusted to a 1 p.m., tip-off inside Bramlage Coliseum.

Saturday’s game will feature a halftime performance from the Kansas City Disc Dogs. For tickets, visit&nbsp;<a href="http://kstatesports.com/tickets" target="_blank">kstatesports.com/tickets</a>&nbsp;or call (800) 221-CATS.

The Wildcats enter Saturday’s game with a nine-game win streak and a record of 14-1. This is the second straight season K-State has opened with a 14-1 record. In its history, K-State has opened a season 14-1 or better six times.

MANHATTAN, Kan.&nbsp;– Due to an incoming winter storm, the Big 12 women’s basketball game between (12/11) K-State and Texas Tech has been adjusted to a 1 p.m., tip-off inside Bramlage Coliseum.Saturday’s game will feature a halftime performance from the Kansas City Disc Dogs. For tickets, visit&nbsp;<a href="http://kstatesports.com/tickets" target="_blank">kstatesports.com/tickets</a>&nbsp;or call (800) 221-CATS.The Wildcats enter Saturday’s game with a nine-game win streak and a record of 14-1. This is the second straight season K-State has opened with a 14-1 record. In its history, K-State has opened a season 14-1 or better six times.

K-State, Texas Tech WBB Game Time Adjusted

The third edition of the 2024-25 Kansas Wesleyan Coaches Luncheon Series will be held on January 15, 2025 starting at 11:30 a.m., at Muir Gymnasium on the Kansas Wesleyan campus.

The Coaches Luncheon Series is presented by the Jeff Wells Agency of American Family Insurance.

The third edition of the Coaches Luncheon will be held on campus inside Muir Gym with registration starting at 11 a.m., followed by the program at 11:30. The Luncheon will feature the spring sports coaches - Bill Neale (baseball), Ryan Cooper (softball), Claire Schmidt (competitive dance), Kendall Smith (competitive cheer), Dustin Sahlmann (men's volleyball).

The Luncheon will feature a meal provided by JRI Hospitality through its partnership at the on-campus food service provider for Kansas Wesleyan this year.

The final edition of the Coaches Luncheon Series will be held on April 23.

The third edition of the 2024-25 Kansas Wesleyan Coaches Luncheon Series will be held on January 15, 2025 starting at 11:30 a.m., at Muir Gymnasium on the Kansas Wesleyan campus.The Coaches Luncheon Series is presented by the Jeff Wells Agency of American Family Insurance.The third edition of the Coaches Luncheon will be held on campus inside Muir Gym with registration starting at 11 a.m., followed by the program at 11:30. The Luncheon will feature the spring sports coaches - Bill Neale (baseball), Ryan Cooper (softball), Claire Schmidt (competitive dance), Kendall Smith (competitive cheer), Dustin Sahlmann (men's volleyball).The Luncheon will feature a meal provided by JRI Hospitality through its partnership at the on-campus food service provider for Kansas Wesleyan this year.The final edition of the Coaches Luncheon Series will be held on April 23.

Third edition of Kansas Wesleyan Coaches Luncheon is January 15

HOUSTON, Texas&nbsp;– (12/11) K-State used a dominant fourth quarter to hold off the upset bid by&nbsp; Houston, 74-55, on Wednesday afternoon at Fertitta Center. The win improves K-State’s win streak to nine.

K-State improved its record to 14-1 for the second time under the direction of head coach Jeff Mittie. This is the second straight season K-State has opened with a 14-1 record. In its history, K-State has opened a season 14-1 or better six times.

Senior guard Jaelyn Glenn registered 15 points on Wednesday. With her effort, Glenn became the 46th&nbsp;player in program history to score 1,000 or more career points with the Wildcats (1,012). Glenn is the fifth player in program history and first since 2009 (Shalee Lehning) with 1,000 or more points, 500 or more rebounds, 250 or more assists and 225 or more steals.

Senior forward Temira Poindexter tallied her third straight game in double figures with 15 points, five rebounds and two assists.

Senior center Ayoka Lee notched 15 points, nine rebounds and four blocks, while senior guard Serena Sundell carded her seventh career double-double and her fourth this season with 11 points, 11 rebounds, nine assists and two blocks.

- Houston (4-9, 0-2 Big 12) took their first lead of the game on a free throw with 9:00 to play in the fourth quarter, following a 24-14 third quarter that brought the Cougars back into the game.

- K-State (14-1, 2-0) responded with a 21-0 run to take a 72-52 lead with 2:17 left. Poindexter registered eight of the first 10 points during the run. Lee notched seven points during the rally.

- The saw Glenn attack early and with 8:22 remaining in the first quarter, Glenn tallied her second basket of the game with a layup to surpass the 1,000-point mark in her career.

- The Wildcats would end the first frame with a 20-14 lead, as Glenn and Sundell carded six and five points, respectively.

- Houston had pulled to within two, 20-18, early in the second quarter. The Wildcats answered with a 12-2 run to take a 32-20 advantage with 5:44 remaining in the opening half.

- The Cougars closed to within eight, 35-27, with 56 seconds to play in the second stanza on the strength of a 7-0 run

- K-State would hold a 37-27 lead at halftime, as Imani Lester finished a layup on K-State’s final possession of the half.

- Houston used a 24-14 third quarter to square the game at 51 entering the fourth. The Cougars held the Wildcats without a field goal for the final 4:19 of the third quarter and closed the stanza on a 12-2 run.

- K-State ended the afternoon shooting 50.0 percent (28-of-56) from the field and 77.8 percent (14-of-18) from the foul line.

- Houston shot 31.9 percent (22-of-69), including 20.0 percent (4-of-20) from long range.

- The Wildcats held a 49-30 advantage on the glass and a 42-26 edge in points in the paint.

- K-State leads the series with Houston, 4-0. Head coach Jeff Mittie is 13-6 (.684) in his career against Houston.

- The Wildcats are 234-242 (.492) in Big 12 games.

- K-State head coach Jeff Mittie owns a career record of 658-371 (.639), including a mark of 204-136 (.60). Mittie needs three wins to move into second on the K-State career wins list.

- K-State owns a record of 262-96 (.732) as an AP ranked team. K-State is 19-4 (.826) all-time when ranked 12th in the nation.

- The Wildcats are 260-193 (.574) in games played in the month of January. Under Mittie, K-State is 40-41 (.494) in games during the first month.

- K-State is 3-0 in games played on New Year’s Day. This was the first time K-State played on January 1 since 2017.

- K-State's starting five consisted of guards: Zyanna Walker, Jaelyn Glenn and Serena Sundell; forward Temira Poindexter and center Ayoka Lee. This was the 13th time this lineup has started together this season. This was the 127th career start for Lee, the 118th career start for Sundell, the 114th career start for Jaelyn Glenn, the 102nd career collegiate start and 15th at K-State for Poindexter and the 15th career start for Walker. With her 127th career start at K-State, Lee remains in fourth in program history for career starts. With her 118th&nbsp;career start, Sundell is ninth in program history for career starts.

- The Wildcats held a 37-27 lead at halftime on Wednesday. Under Mittie, K-State is 163-19 (.896) when leading at halftime. The Wildcats have led at the half in 13 games this season (13-0).

- K-State improves to 58-3 (.951) over the last four seasons when holding foes to 60 points or less.

- K-State has scored 20-or more points in a quarter 36 times this season, including the first and fourth quarters on Wednesday. Since the start of the quarter-system in 2015-16, the Wildcats are 146-62 (.702) when scoring 20 or more points in any quarter of a game.

- K-State shot 50.0 percent or better in a quarter in two quarters on Wednesday (third and fourth quarters). The Wildcats have 37 quarters this season of 50.0 percent or better shooting.

- With her 15 points on Wednesday, Glenn improved her career total to 1,012 points. She is the 46th&nbsp;player in program history to score 1,000 or more career points at K-State and ranks 44th&nbsp;on the Wildcat career scoring list. This was her 47th&nbsp;career game with 10 or more points.

- Glenn pulled in three rebounds on Wednesday and improved her career total to 533 and sole possession of 28th&nbsp;on the K-State career rebounds list.

- Glenn pocketed a steal on Wednesday. She improved her career total to 228 and is sixth in school history for career steals.

- Sundell notched her 82nd career game with 10 or more points. Sundell owns 1,451 career points and remains in 14th&nbsp;on the K-State career scoring list.

- Sundell’s nine assists on Wednesday improved her career total to 657. This was her 77th career game with five or more assists.

- Sundell hauled in 11 rebounds on Wednesday to improve her career total to 490. This was her 47th&nbsp;career game with five or more rebounds and her fourth career game with 10 or more rebounds.

- Sundell sent back two shots on Wednesday. Sundell boosted her career total to 86 and ranks ninth in school history for career blocks and owns the school record for blocks by a guard. This was Sundell’s 19th&nbsp;career game with two or more blocks.

- With her 15 points on Wednesday, Poindexter increased her collegiate point total to 1,743 points (1,560 at Tulsa; 193 at K-State). Poindexter her 89th&nbsp;career game and her eighth this season with 10 or more points.

- Poindexter made two 3-pointers on Wednesday. This was her her 63rd career game with two or more connections.

- With her 15 points on Wednesday, Lee boosted her career total to 2,417 and remains in eighth on the Big 12 career scoring list. Lee registered her 116th career game with 10 or more points. Lee has scored in every game of her career,127 games, and passed Nicole Ohlde (2000-04; 126) for third-most consecutive games scoring.

- Lee hauled in nine rebounds on Wednesday. Lee’s career total for rebounds stands at 1,203, improving upon her own school record for career rebounds. Lee is seventh in Big 12 history for career rebounds. She owns 110 career games with five or more rebounds.

- Lee registered four blocks on Wednesday and boosted her career total to 339. Lee is fourth in Big 12 history for career blocks. This was her 34th career game with four or more blocks and her 88th&nbsp;career game with two or more blocks.

K-State returns to Bramlage Coliseum on Saturday, January 4 to face Texas Tech. Tip-off is set for 2 p.m. Saturday’s game will feature a halftime performance from the Kansas City Disc Dogs. For tickets, call (800) 221-CATS or visit&nbsp;<a href="http://kstatesports.com/tickets" target="_blank">kstatesports.com/tickets</a>.

HOUSTON, Texas&nbsp;– (12/11) K-State used a dominant fourth quarter to hold off the upset bid by&nbsp; Houston, 74-55, on Wednesday afternoon at Fertitta Center. The win improves K-State’s win streak to nine.K-State improved its record to 14-1 for the second time under the direction of head coach Jeff Mittie. This is the second straight season K-State has opened with a 14-1 record. In its history, K-State has opened a season 14-1 or better six times.Senior guard Jaelyn Glenn registered 15 points on Wednesday. With her effort, Glenn became the 46th&nbsp;player in program history to score 1,000 or more career points with the Wildcats (1,012). Glenn is the fifth player in program history and first since 2009 (Shalee Lehning) with 1,000 or more points, 500 or more rebounds, 250 or more assists and 225 or more steals.Senior forward Temira Poindexter tallied her third straight game in double figures with 15 points, five rebounds and two assists.Senior center Ayoka Lee notched 15 points, nine rebounds and four blocks, while senior guard Serena Sundell carded her seventh career double-double and her fourth this season with 11 points, 11 rebounds, nine assists and two blocks.HOW IT HAPPENED- Houston (4-9, 0-2 Big 12) took their first lead of the game on a free throw with 9:00 to play in the fourth quarter, following a 24-14 third quarter that brought the Cougars back into the game.- K-State (14-1, 2-0) responded with a 21-0 run to take a 72-52 lead with 2:17 left. Poindexter registered eight of the first 10 points during the run. Lee notched seven points during the rally.- The saw Glenn attack early and with 8:22 remaining in the first quarter, Glenn tallied her second basket of the game with a layup to surpass the 1,000-point mark in her career.- The Wildcats would end the first frame with a 20-14 lead, as Glenn and Sundell carded six and five points, respectively.- Houston had pulled to within two, 20-18, early in the second quarter. The Wildcats answered with a 12-2 run to take a 32-20 advantage with 5:44 remaining in the opening half.- The Cougars closed to within eight, 35-27, with 56 seconds to play in the second stanza on the strength of a 7-0 run- K-State would hold a 37-27 lead at halftime, as Imani Lester finished a layup on K-State’s final possession of the half.- Houston used a 24-14 third quarter to square the game at 51 entering the fourth. The Cougars held the Wildcats without a field goal for the final 4:19 of the third quarter and closed the stanza on a 12-2 run.- K-State ended the afternoon shooting 50.0 percent (28-of-56) from the field and 77.8 percent (14-of-18) from the foul line.- Houston shot 31.9 percent (22-of-69), including 20.0 percent (4-of-20) from long range.- The Wildcats held a 49-30 advantage on the glass and a 42-26 edge in points in the paint.QUICK FACTS- K-State leads the series with Houston, 4-0. Head coach Jeff Mittie is 13-6 (.684) in his career against Houston.- The Wildcats are 234-242 (.492) in Big 12 games.- K-State head coach Jeff Mittie owns a career record of 658-371 (.639), including a mark of 204-136 (.60). Mittie needs three wins to move into second on the K-State career wins list.- K-State owns a record of 262-96 (.732) as an AP ranked team. K-State is 19-4 (.826) all-time when ranked 12th in the nation.- The Wildcats are 260-193 (.574) in games played in the month of January. Under Mittie, K-State is 40-41 (.494) in games during the first month.- K-State is 3-0 in games played on New Year’s Day. This was the first time K-State played on January 1 since 2017.TEAM NOTES- K-State's starting five consisted of guards: Zyanna Walker, Jaelyn Glenn and Serena Sundell; forward Temira Poindexter and center Ayoka Lee. This was the 13th time this lineup has started together this season. This was the 127th career start for Lee, the 118th career start for Sundell, the 114th career start for Jaelyn Glenn, the 102nd career collegiate start and 15th at K-State for Poindexter and the 15th career start for Walker. With her 127th career start at K-State, Lee remains in fourth in program history for career starts. With her 118th&nbsp;career start, Sundell is ninth in program history for career starts.- The Wildcats held a 37-27 lead at halftime on Wednesday. Under Mittie, K-State is 163-19 (.896) when leading at halftime. The Wildcats have led at the half in 13 games this season (13-0).- K-State improves to 58-3 (.951) over the last four seasons when holding foes to 60 points or less.- K-State has scored 20-or more points in a quarter 36 times this season, including the first and fourth quarters on Wednesday. Since the start of the quarter-system in 2015-16, the Wildcats are 146-62 (.702) when scoring 20 or more points in any quarter of a game.- K-State shot 50.0 percent or better in a quarter in two quarters on Wednesday (third and fourth quarters). The Wildcats have 37 quarters this season of 50.0 percent or better shooting.PLAYER NOTES- With her 15 points on Wednesday, Glenn improved her career total to 1,012 points. She is the 46th&nbsp;player in program history to score 1,000 or more career points at K-State and ranks 44th&nbsp;on the Wildcat career scoring list. This was her 47th&nbsp;career game with 10 or more points.- Glenn pulled in three rebounds on Wednesday and improved her career total to 533 and sole possession of 28th&nbsp;on the K-State career rebounds list.- Glenn pocketed a steal on Wednesday. She improved her career total to 228 and is sixth in school history for career steals.- Sundell notched her 82nd career game with 10 or more points. Sundell owns 1,451 career points and remains in 14th&nbsp;on the K-State career scoring list.- Sundell’s nine assists on Wednesday improved her career total to 657. This was her 77th career game with five or more assists.- Sundell hauled in 11 rebounds on Wednesday to improve her career total to 490. This was her 47th&nbsp;career game with five or more rebounds and her fourth career game with 10 or more rebounds.- Sundell sent back two shots on Wednesday. Sundell boosted her career total to 86 and ranks ninth in school history for career blocks and owns the school record for blocks by a guard. This was Sundell’s 19th&nbsp;career game with two or more blocks.- With her 15 points on Wednesday, Poindexter increased her collegiate point total to 1,743 points (1,560 at Tulsa; 193 at K-State). Poindexter her 89th&nbsp;career game and her eighth this season with 10 or more points.- Poindexter made two 3-pointers on Wednesday. This was her her 63rd career game with two or more connections.- With her 15 points on Wednesday, Lee boosted her career total to 2,417 and remains in eighth on the Big 12 career scoring list. Lee registered her 116th career game with 10 or more points. Lee has scored in every game of her career,127 games, and passed Nicole Ohlde (2000-04; 126) for third-most consecutive games scoring.- Lee hauled in nine rebounds on Wednesday. Lee’s career total for rebounds stands at 1,203, improving upon her own school record for career rebounds. Lee is seventh in Big 12 history for career rebounds. She owns 110 career games with five or more rebounds.- Lee registered four blocks on Wednesday and boosted her career total to 339. Lee is fourth in Big 12 history for career blocks. This was her 34th career game with four or more blocks and her 88th&nbsp;career game with two or more blocks.UP NEXTK-State returns to Bramlage Coliseum on Saturday, January 4 to face Texas Tech. Tip-off is set for 2 p.m. Saturday’s game will feature a halftime performance from the Kansas City Disc Dogs. For tickets, call (800) 221-CATS or visit&nbsp;<a href="http://kstatesports.com/tickets" target="_blank">kstatesports.com/tickets</a>.

K-State WBB Uses Big Fourth Quarter to Down Houston

Chiefs Head Coach Andy Reid Quotes

OPENING STATEMENT:&nbsp;“Alright, Happy New Year. You guys (the media) are the dedicated right here. Alright, so as far as the injuries go, Chris Jones, (Isiah) Pacheco and Jawaan Taylor. Jawaan just has some issues with his knee, sort of, so we’ll hold him from practice today. Mecole (Hardman) will practice. He is activated into the 21-day window. (We) look forward to the challenge of playing the Broncos. Carson (Wentz) is going to visit with you here in a little bit, but he’ll end up being the starting quarterback and then we’ll kind of work things from there on who goes and who doesn’t go. I mean, you remember last year how the offensive line played and rotated in and out so those type of things could potentially take place in this one, depending on the positions. Anyways, the Denver Broncos are a heck of a football team, bidding for obviously a playoff spot. (Broncos Head Coach) Sean’s (Payton) done a real nice job up there with that team and – as his coordinators have. We’ve got to have a good week of practice here, starting today and then again moving forward throughout the week. Anyways, with that, the time’s yours.”

Q: Any difficult decisions at all on what to do in this situation?

REID:&nbsp;“I haven’t finalized that part of it, but it wasn’t a hard decision, no.”

Q: What went into the decision to not play the starters?

REID:&nbsp;“I’ve been through that before, so I’m not too worried about all that. It gives the other guys an opportunity here to grow and you know, you can use everybody.”

Q: How do you account for the last six games without turning the ball over on offense? What’s the difference?

REID:&nbsp;“Nags (Offensive Coordinator Matt Nagy) has made a big point of emphasis on that and making sure that the guys are keeping the ball high and tight (and) eliminating tipped balls, which can be a problem. Pat’s (Patrick Mahomes) done a great job with the football, so that’s helped us in that area. We can still get better at it as we go here, so we’ve got to keep rolling with that and keep making that a point of emphasis as we go forward.”

Q: On the difference the last few games, with no turnovers on offense.

REID:&nbsp;“I mean, not as much scheme wise, no. Just, I think the guys are just doing a better job with it and coaches are working at – you always see (Assistant Running Backs Coach) Porter (Ellett) out there with that strap, pulling on everybody and everybody kind of gets a shot at it, all the skill guys – so, that’s helped.”

Q: What makes you excited about seeing Carson Wentz in the offense this week?

REID:&nbsp;“First of all, I have a lot of respect for him. I think he’s a good football player. I think he has a good feel for this offense, whether he’s developed it or had some of this stuff prior to coming here, he’s got a good feel. He deserves an opportunity to get in there and play, and at the same time it gives Pat (Patrick Mahomes) time to work on certain things that he’ll do during the practices.”

Q: On seeing Carson Steele develop throughout the season.

REID:&nbsp;“Yeah, Carson (Steele) has done a nice job. We’ve asked him to play fullback and special teams, two of the things that he didn’t do, and he’s really developed into a pretty good fullback in there. At the same time, he can carry the ball, we know that. He started the season off as our running back and toting the load there in a couple of those games, so, that’s a plus to have.”

Q: What kind of conversations are had or consideration given to players who have contract incentives or career milestones going into this game?

REID:&nbsp;“Yeah, sure, I look at those, yeah. Like we did with Chris (Jones) last year. Sure, we look at all of that, for sure. We want the guys to be able to reach them if it is reachable.”

Q: How do you and your coaching staff operate over the next few weeks? What do you hope to accomplish as a coaching staff?

REID:&nbsp;“Well, the primary thing is to make sure we stay sharp at all areas through this game and for the upcoming weeks that we have to prep for that first game there. We want to stay sharp mentally and physically and then that’s our responsibility to do that. How we manage the time, I make sure I do that practice-wise and then the guys go out – players and coaches – and work on that. Keeping themselves in the right timing the right way.”

Q: Does the speed of practice change at all?

REID:&nbsp;“Yeah, it does a little bit, yes. You’d see that more next weekend.”

Q: Will D.J. Humphries play left tackle this Sunday?

REID:&nbsp;“Yeah there’s a chance. He’s (D.J. Humphries) feeling – I just want to see how he does here in practice. Give me one more go around with him here and see how he’s holding up. He says he feels good, and we’ll just see how the practices go.”

Q: Do you expect Mecole Hardman to play on Sunday?

REID:&nbsp;“I wouldn’t count on Mecole (Hardman) playing.”

Q: With Chris Jones’ calf, would he go if this was a game that you needed to win?

REID:&nbsp;“Yeah, he’s (Chris Jones) recovering from that. I wouldn’t say either way on that whether he’d play or not play. I would tell you that he’s recovering from the calf injury, so that’s the primary thing. The guys that are banged up, we’re trying to get (them) back where they feel ok.”

Q: Are there any coaches on staff you feel warrant interviews for head coaching jobs?

REID:&nbsp;“You could take all of the coordinators there and put them right in that mix for sure. Both of them are – offensive and defensive guys are phenomenal, (Assistant Head Coach/Special Teams Coordinator Dave) Toub does a great job. I know the two names that normally come up are the offensive and defensive coordinators. Both of those two are – warrant that, yeah, for sure.”

Q: Will you treat this game like a preseason game where you play certain players only for a limited amount of time?

REID:&nbsp;“Yeah, well you get two elevations, that’s all, so it’s hard to do all of that. I mean, the rosters are small now where you have to play guys and that’s how it goes. I mean, if somebody wants to start messing with it then there’s not a whole lot of messing going on. I’m sure that’s for a reason, so guys play, that’s how it goes.”

Chiefs QB Carson Wentz Quotes

Q:&nbsp;What are your expectations for yourself on Sunday?

WENTZ:&nbsp;“(To) have fun. (To) have fun and obviously, I want to play well and have success out there and ultimately, more than anything, get a win. That’s the goal. Obviously, we know the circumstances, we know kind of where we’re at and the reason I’m playing and not Pat (Patrick Mahomes) and all the things, but I still go out there and expect to win. I’m going to prepare to go out there and win and have a good performance with this offense and yeah, we’re preparing for that.”

Q:&nbsp;In this new role, do you feel like you’ve been doing a good job at staying sharp?

WENTZ:&nbsp;“Yeah, I mean it’s obviously been different, but I’ve stayed locked in, stayed ready (and) prepared every week. Really, (I’ve) kind of had the same routine since I’ve been in the NFL. Taking some things from Pat (Patrick Mahomes) and kind of working with him, but at the same time, every week I’m staying locked in (and) ready to go. Just obviously not getting the reps but going against our defense with our scout offense definitely does help me stay sharp (and) helps all the guys stay sharp because our defense is no slouch over there either. We’ve stayed locked in, stayed sharp and it should be a fun one.”

Q:&nbsp;Earlier this week, Head Coach Andy Reid mentioned that you should be a starter in this league. Mindset-wise, where are you in terms of that?

WENTZ:&nbsp;“I mean, I take it day-by-day. I’m confident in myself, I’m confident in my abilities and what I’ve done in the past is in the past. You know, what good, bad and different, I’m still confident I can play and play at a high level, so I’m looking forward to hopefully doing that this weekend and having fun while I’m at it.”

Q:&nbsp;As a competitor, what is it going to mean to you to get back on the field and be out there in the live action?

Chiefs Head Coach Andy Reid QuotesJanuary 1, 2025OPENING STATEMENT:&nbsp;“Alright, Happy New Year. You guys (the media) are the dedicated right here. Alright, so as far as the injuries go, Chris Jones, (Isiah) Pacheco and Jawaan Taylor. Jawaan just has some issues with his knee, sort of, so we’ll hold him from practice today. Mecole (Hardman) will practice. He is activated into the 21-day window. (We) look forward to the challenge of playing the Broncos. Carson (Wentz) is going to visit with you here in a little bit, but he’ll end up being the starting quarterback and then we’ll kind of work things from there on who goes and who doesn’t go. I mean, you remember last year how the offensive line played and rotated in and out so those type of things could potentially take place in this one, depending on the positions. Anyways, the Denver Broncos are a heck of a football team, bidding for obviously a playoff spot. (Broncos Head Coach) Sean’s (Payton) done a real nice job up there with that team and – as his coordinators have. We’ve got to have a good week of practice here, starting today and then again moving forward throughout the week. Anyways, with that, the time’s yours.”Q: Any difficult decisions at all on what to do in this situation?REID:&nbsp;“I haven’t finalized that part of it, but it wasn’t a hard decision, no.”Q: What went into the decision to not play the starters?REID:&nbsp;“I’ve been through that before, so I’m not too worried about all that. It gives the other guys an opportunity here to grow and you know, you can use everybody.”Q: How do you account for the last six games without turning the ball over on offense? What’s the difference?REID:&nbsp;“Nags (Offensive Coordinator Matt Nagy) has made a big point of emphasis on that and making sure that the guys are keeping the ball high and tight (and) eliminating tipped balls, which can be a problem. Pat’s (Patrick Mahomes) done a great job with the football, so that’s helped us in that area. We can still get better at it as we go here, so we’ve got to keep rolling with that and keep making that a point of emphasis as we go forward.”Q: On the difference the last few games, with no turnovers on offense.REID:&nbsp;“I mean, not as much scheme wise, no. Just, I think the guys are just doing a better job with it and coaches are working at – you always see (Assistant Running Backs Coach) Porter (Ellett) out there with that strap, pulling on everybody and everybody kind of gets a shot at it, all the skill guys – so, that’s helped.”Q: What makes you excited about seeing Carson Wentz in the offense this week?REID:&nbsp;“First of all, I have a lot of respect for him. I think he’s a good football player. I think he has a good feel for this offense, whether he’s developed it or had some of this stuff prior to coming here, he’s got a good feel. He deserves an opportunity to get in there and play, and at the same time it gives Pat (Patrick Mahomes) time to work on certain things that he’ll do during the practices.”Q: On seeing Carson Steele develop throughout the season.REID:&nbsp;“Yeah, Carson (Steele) has done a nice job. We’ve asked him to play fullback and special teams, two of the things that he didn’t do, and he’s really developed into a pretty good fullback in there. At the same time, he can carry the ball, we know that. He started the season off as our running back and toting the load there in a couple of those games, so, that’s a plus to have.”Q: What kind of conversations are had or consideration given to players who have contract incentives or career milestones going into this game?REID:&nbsp;“Yeah, sure, I look at those, yeah. Like we did with Chris (Jones) last year. Sure, we look at all of that, for sure. We want the guys to be able to reach them if it is reachable.”Q: How do you and your coaching staff operate over the next few weeks? What do you hope to accomplish as a coaching staff?REID:&nbsp;“Well, the primary thing is to make sure we stay sharp at all areas through this game and for the upcoming weeks that we have to prep for that first game there. We want to stay sharp mentally and physically and then that’s our responsibility to do that. How we manage the time, I make sure I do that practice-wise and then the guys go out – players and coaches – and work on that. Keeping themselves in the right timing the right way.”Q: Does the speed of practice change at all?REID:&nbsp;“Yeah, it does a little bit, yes. You’d see that more next weekend.”Q: Will D.J. Humphries play left tackle this Sunday?REID:&nbsp;“Yeah there’s a chance. He’s (D.J. Humphries) feeling – I just want to see how he does here in practice. Give me one more go around with him here and see how he’s holding up. He says he feels good, and we’ll just see how the practices go.”Q: Do you expect Mecole Hardman to play on Sunday?REID:&nbsp;“I wouldn’t count on Mecole (Hardman) playing.”Q: With Chris Jones’ calf, would he go if this was a game that you needed to win?REID:&nbsp;“Yeah, he’s (Chris Jones) recovering from that. I wouldn’t say either way on that whether he’d play or not play. I would tell you that he’s recovering from the calf injury, so that’s the primary thing. The guys that are banged up, we’re trying to get (them) back where they feel ok.”Q: Are there any coaches on staff you feel warrant interviews for head coaching jobs?REID:&nbsp;“You could take all of the coordinators there and put them right in that mix for sure. Both of them are – offensive and defensive guys are phenomenal, (Assistant Head Coach/Special Teams Coordinator Dave) Toub does a great job. I know the two names that normally come up are the offensive and defensive coordinators. Both of those two are – warrant that, yeah, for sure.”Q: Will you treat this game like a preseason game where you play certain players only for a limited amount of time?REID:&nbsp;“Yeah, well you get two elevations, that’s all, so it’s hard to do all of that. I mean, the rosters are small now where you have to play guys and that’s how it goes. I mean, if somebody wants to start messing with it then there’s not a whole lot of messing going on. I’m sure that’s for a reason, so guys play, that’s how it goes.”Chiefs QB Carson Wentz QuotesJanuary 1, 2025QB CARSON WENTZQ:&nbsp;What are your expectations for yourself on Sunday?WENTZ:&nbsp;“(To) have fun. (To) have fun and obviously, I want to play well and have success out there and ultimately, more than anything, get a win. That’s the goal. Obviously, we know the circumstances, we know kind of where we’re at and the reason I’m playing and not Pat (Patrick Mahomes) and all the things, but I still go out there and expect to win. I’m going to prepare to go out there and win and have a good performance with this offense and yeah, we’re preparing for that.”Q:&nbsp;In this new role, do you feel like you’ve been doing a good job at staying sharp?WENTZ:&nbsp;“Yeah, I mean it’s obviously been different, but I’ve stayed locked in, stayed ready (and) prepared every week. Really, (I’ve) kind of had the same routine since I’ve been in the NFL. Taking some things from Pat (Patrick Mahomes) and kind of working with him, but at the same time, every week I’m staying locked in (and) ready to go. Just obviously not getting the reps but going against our defense with our scout offense definitely does help me stay sharp (and) helps all the guys stay sharp because our defense is no slouch over there either. We’ve stayed locked in, stayed sharp and it should be a fun one.”Q:&nbsp;Earlier this week, Head Coach Andy Reid mentioned that you should be a starter in this league. Mindset-wise, where are you in terms of that?WENTZ:&nbsp;“I mean, I take it day-by-day. I’m confident in myself, I’m confident in my abilities and what I’ve done in the past is in the past. You know, what good, bad and different, I’m still confident I can play and play at a high level, so I’m looking forward to hopefully doing that this weekend and having fun while I’m at it.”Q:&nbsp;As a competitor, what is it going to mean to you to get back on the field and be out there in the live action?

Chiefs Quotes: 1-1-25

The Kansas Shrine Bowl has announced the 88 players who have received invitations to play in the 52nd Kansas Shrine Bowl presented by Mammoth on Saturday, June 21, 2025, at Memorial Stadium in Dodge City, Kansas. The initial invitations are the result of a selection process combining statewide media votes and Kansas Shrine Bowl coaching staff selections from a list of 447 nominees.

Among those selected are two local products in James MacKinney (DL - Salina Central) and Tucker Thaxton (WR - SE of Saline).

In addition to filling position specific needs on the roster, the selection process includes additional criteria regarding geographic restrictions, classification size, and limits on the number of players that may be selected per school. To learn more about the full selection process, visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.kansasshrinebowl.com/SelectionProcess" target="_blank">www.KansasShrineBowl.com/SelectionProcess</a>.

Additional invitations to play in the 52nd Kansas Shrine Bowl presented by Mammoth may be extended to nominees who were not among the initial 88 selections. Roster replacements are selected by the Kansas Shrine Bowl coaching staff in a case where an invited player declines their invitation to play or must withdraw from participating for any reason.

“We are excited to extend an invitation to this group of young men to represent themselves, their families, their communities and their high school football programs in a showcase that is so much bigger than just an all-star football game,” said Brice Kesler, Executive Director of the Kansas Shrine Bowl. “I hope the players understand how difficult of a roster this is to get selected for, and I want to congratulate them for all their hard-work and dedication that has earned them this opportunity. They are joining a very select fraternity of Kansas high school football players who have had the opportunity, since 1974, to play a game they love and make a life changing impact for the kids of Shriners Children’s.”

In addition to playing in the annual East vs. West all-star football game, Kansas Shrine Bowl participants get the opportunity to meet and interact with the Patient Ambassadors from Shriners Children’s during the Hospital Experience event during game week. For many, the Hospital Experience is the highlight of their time at the Kansas Shrine Bowl and showcases the true purpose of the Kansas Shrine Bowl.

The Shrine Bowl of Kansas Inc. is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that produces annual events and related activities, with net proceeds benefiting Shriners Children’s Hospital. Since 1974, nearly $4 million has been sent to Shriners Children’s thanks to the supporters of the Kansas Shrine Bowl. Shriners Children’s is a world-renowned healthcare system with hospitals, outpatient clinics, ambulatory care centers and outreach locations across the globe. Shriners Children’s is dedicated to improving the lives of children every day by providing pediatric specialty care, innovative research, and outstanding teaching programs for medical professionals. Children up to the age of 18 are eligible for care and receive all services in a family-centered environment, regardless of the patients’ ability to pay.

To show your support for these players and the children and families that benefit from the efforts of the Kansas Shrine Bowl, please visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.kansasshrinebowl.com/Support" target="_blank">www.KansasShrineBowl.com/Support</a>.

The Kansas Shrine Bowl has announced the 88 players who have received invitations to play in the 52nd Kansas Shrine Bowl presented by Mammoth on Saturday, June 21, 2025, at Memorial Stadium in Dodge City, Kansas. The initial invitations are the result of a selection process combining statewide media votes and Kansas Shrine Bowl coaching staff selections from a list of 447 nominees.Among those selected are two local products in James MacKinney (DL - Salina Central) and Tucker Thaxton (WR - SE of Saline).In addition to filling position specific needs on the roster, the selection process includes additional criteria regarding geographic restrictions, classification size, and limits on the number of players that may be selected per school. To learn more about the full selection process, visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.kansasshrinebowl.com/SelectionProcess" target="_blank">www.KansasShrineBowl.com/SelectionProcess</a>.Additional invitations to play in the 52nd Kansas Shrine Bowl presented by Mammoth may be extended to nominees who were not among the initial 88 selections. Roster replacements are selected by the Kansas Shrine Bowl coaching staff in a case where an invited player declines their invitation to play or must withdraw from participating for any reason.“We are excited to extend an invitation to this group of young men to represent themselves, their families, their communities and their high school football programs in a showcase that is so much bigger than just an all-star football game,” said Brice Kesler, Executive Director of the Kansas Shrine Bowl. “I hope the players understand how difficult of a roster this is to get selected for, and I want to congratulate them for all their hard-work and dedication that has earned them this opportunity. They are joining a very select fraternity of Kansas high school football players who have had the opportunity, since 1974, to play a game they love and make a life changing impact for the kids of Shriners Children’s.”In addition to playing in the annual East vs. West all-star football game, Kansas Shrine Bowl participants get the opportunity to meet and interact with the Patient Ambassadors from Shriners Children’s during the Hospital Experience event during game week. For many, the Hospital Experience is the highlight of their time at the Kansas Shrine Bowl and showcases the true purpose of the Kansas Shrine Bowl.The Shrine Bowl of Kansas Inc. is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that produces annual events and related activities, with net proceeds benefiting Shriners Children’s Hospital. Since 1974, nearly $4 million has been sent to Shriners Children’s thanks to the supporters of the Kansas Shrine Bowl. Shriners Children’s is a world-renowned healthcare system with hospitals, outpatient clinics, ambulatory care centers and outreach locations across the globe. Shriners Children’s is dedicated to improving the lives of children every day by providing pediatric specialty care, innovative research, and outstanding teaching programs for medical professionals. Children up to the age of 18 are eligible for care and receive all services in a family-centered environment, regardless of the patients’ ability to pay.To show your support for these players and the children and families that benefit from the efforts of the Kansas Shrine Bowl, please visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.kansasshrinebowl.com/Support" target="_blank">www.KansasShrineBowl.com/Support</a>.

Player Selections Announced for the 52nd Kansas Shrine Bowl

LAWRENCE, Kan. (AP) — Javon Small hit the go-ahead free throw with 1.8 seconds remaining, and short-handed West Virginia held on after blowing an 18-point second-half lead to beat seventh-ranked Kansas 62-61 in an intense Big 12 opener for both teams Tuesday.

Eduardo Andre had 15 points and Small finished with 13 for the Mountaineers (10-2, 1-0), who built a 38-20 lead despite missing two of their three leading scorers to injuries, only to watch Kansas (9-3, 0-1) use a 15-2 run to get back in the game.

Zeke Mayo, who led the Jayhawks with 27 points, converted a three-point play to tie the game 61-all with 16 seconds left. Small was fouled by Kansas freshman Flory Bidunga at the other end and made the second of two free throws, and KJ Adams missed a contested shot as time expired that would have sent the game to overtime.

It was the first conference-opening loss for Kansas since Jan. 8, 1991, and the first win for the Mountaineers in 12 tries in Allen Fieldhouse. They had lost six of their last seven games to the Jayhawks.

West Virginia played its fourth game without star forward Tucker DeVries and also was missing big man Amani Hansberry to an ankle injury. But the Mountaineers committed just six turnovers while never getting rattled by the noise in the Phog.

Kansas missed 15 of its first 19 shots, digging a hole that it spend the entire game trying to escape. Mayo gave the Jayhawks a chance, going 13 for 13 at the foul line, including several of them in the closing minutes.

Small struggled from the field, going 0 for 6 from the 3-point arc. But he also had 11 rebounds and six assists, and he made the free throw that mattered with 1.8 seconds to go.

Kansas went 19 of 21 from the foul line. West Virginia only attempted six free throws, making four — including the winner.

West Virginia plays Oklahoma State on Saturday. Kansas heads to UCF on Sunday.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/12/1735679295068.png" alt="Photo West Virginia Athletics" />
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 </figure>LAWRENCE, Kan. (AP) — Javon Small hit the go-ahead free throw with 1.8 seconds remaining, and short-handed West Virginia held on after blowing an 18-point second-half lead to beat seventh-ranked Kansas 62-61 in an intense Big 12 opener for both teams Tuesday.Eduardo Andre had 15 points and Small finished with 13 for the Mountaineers (10-2, 1-0), who built a 38-20 lead despite missing two of their three leading scorers to injuries, only to watch Kansas (9-3, 0-1) use a 15-2 run to get back in the game.Zeke Mayo, who led the Jayhawks with 27 points, converted a three-point play to tie the game 61-all with 16 seconds left. Small was fouled by Kansas freshman Flory Bidunga at the other end and made the second of two free throws, and KJ Adams missed a contested shot as time expired that would have sent the game to overtime.It was the first conference-opening loss for Kansas since Jan. 8, 1991, and the first win for the Mountaineers in 12 tries in Allen Fieldhouse. They had lost six of their last seven games to the Jayhawks.<h2>Takeaways</h2>West Virginia played its fourth game without star forward Tucker DeVries and also was missing big man Amani Hansberry to an ankle injury. But the Mountaineers committed just six turnovers while never getting rattled by the noise in the Phog.Kansas missed 15 of its first 19 shots, digging a hole that it spend the entire game trying to escape. Mayo gave the Jayhawks a chance, going 13 for 13 at the foul line, including several of them in the closing minutes.<h2>Key moment</h2>Small struggled from the field, going 0 for 6 from the 3-point arc. But he also had 11 rebounds and six assists, and he made the free throw that mattered with 1.8 seconds to go.<h2>Key stat</h2>Kansas went 19 of 21 from the foul line. West Virginia only attempted six free throws, making four — including the winner.<h2>Up next</h2>West Virginia plays Oklahoma State on Saturday. Kansas heads to UCF on Sunday.

🏀 West Virginia hits go-ahead FT with 1.8 seconds left to beat KU

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Longtime coach Jack Hartman and Utah State star Wayne Estes, who was tragically killed while trying to provide help at the site of an auto accident after his final game, are among eight coaches and players who will be posthumously inducted into the National Collegiate Basketball Hall of Fame.

The Hall of Fame revealed its latest class Tuesday. The date of the induction ceremony has not been announced.

The other members include Dave Meyers, who helped UCLA win the NCAA title in 1973 and ‘75; Duquesne’s Sihugo Green, the first overall pick in the 1956 NBA draft; Lennie Rosenbluth, who led North Carolina to a 32-0 record and then 1957 NCAA title; New Mexico State's Sam Lacey, the fifth overall pick in the 1970 NBA draft; John Rudometkin, the first Southern California player to score more than 1,000 points in two seasons; and Tom Stith of St. Bonaventure, who average 26.5 points for his career.

Hartman, who played football and basketball at Oklahoma State, is perhaps the most high-profile member of the class. He played quarterback in the Canadian Football League after college before turning his attention to coaching, first as an assistant at his alma mater and later at Coffeyville (Kansas) Community College and Southern Illinois.

It was at Kansas State where Hartman made his biggest splash. He followed Tex Winter and Cotton Fitzsimmons in leading the Wildcats to four Elite Eights during 16 seasons, finishing first or second in the Big Eight in 10 of those years.

Hartman retired in 1986 with a 589–279 record. He died in 1998 at the age of 73.

Estes was just 21 when he died on Feb. 8, 1965. The 6-foot-6 forward had just scored 48 points for Utah State against Denver in his final game, pushing him past 2,000 points for his career, when he stopped at the scene of a car accident near campus. Estes was crossing the street when he accidentally touched a downed power line, fatally electrocuting him.

<figure>
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 </figure>KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Longtime coach Jack Hartman and Utah State star Wayne Estes, who was tragically killed while trying to provide help at the site of an auto accident after his final game, are among eight coaches and players who will be posthumously inducted into the National Collegiate Basketball Hall of Fame.The Hall of Fame revealed its latest class Tuesday. The date of the induction ceremony has not been announced.The other members include Dave Meyers, who helped UCLA win the NCAA title in 1973 and ‘75; Duquesne’s Sihugo Green, the first overall pick in the 1956 NBA draft; Lennie Rosenbluth, who led North Carolina to a 32-0 record and then 1957 NCAA title; New Mexico State's Sam Lacey, the fifth overall pick in the 1970 NBA draft; John Rudometkin, the first Southern California player to score more than 1,000 points in two seasons; and Tom Stith of St. Bonaventure, who average 26.5 points for his career.Hartman, who played football and basketball at Oklahoma State, is perhaps the most high-profile member of the class. He played quarterback in the Canadian Football League after college before turning his attention to coaching, first as an assistant at his alma mater and later at Coffeyville (Kansas) Community College and Southern Illinois.It was at Kansas State where Hartman made his biggest splash. He followed Tex Winter and Cotton Fitzsimmons in leading the Wildcats to four Elite Eights during 16 seasons, finishing first or second in the Big Eight in 10 of those years.Hartman retired in 1986 with a 589–279 record. He died in 1998 at the age of 73.Estes was just 21 when he died on Feb. 8, 1965. The 6-foot-6 forward had just scored 48 points for Utah State against Denver in his final game, pushing him past 2,000 points for his career, when he stopped at the scene of a car accident near campus. Estes was crossing the street when he accidentally touched a downed power line, fatally electrocuting him.

Former K-State coach named to National Collegiate Basketball Hall of Fame

<a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/11a32e5d-e3a5-4aeb-9376-631d834e12e6?elinkdata=16889">Matt Middleton</a> was named Kansas Wesleyan's football coach on November 25 following a national search that attracted more than 150 applicants.

Middleton spent the past two seasons as quarterbacks and fullbacks coach at Division II powerhouse Harding (Searcy, Ark.). The Bisons won the 2023 national championship and were 27-2 with Middleton on the staff - 15-0 in 2023.

Before Harding, Middleton served as an assistant at Division I Louisiana Tech and Central Arkansas and Division II Arkansas-Monticello and Southern Arkansas. He has been an offensive coordinator, quarterbacks coach and assistant head coach at the collegiate level and was head coach at three high schools in Louisiana.

Middleton arrived in Salina earlier this month following Harding's quarterfinal playoff loss. He has been busy putting a staff together and recruiting a plethora of new players - this year's team had 33 seniors.

Middleton discussed why he pursued the position, his expectations and goals for the program and what he wants to accomplish this spring during a question-and-answer session.

Question: What attracted you to the KWU job?

Middleton: I went back 15 years and there's been a lot of winning at a high level and obviously that says commitment to win. That's one of the main things. Then obviously the backgrounds of Dr. (Matt) Thompson and Ken (Oliver) and Miguel (Paredes) and just looking at the other sports across the board and the success that they've had showed me it is a university that's committed to winning at the highest level.

Question: What do you bring to the football program?

Middleton: High energy, a passion to be the best and a staff that does things the right way. Our number goal is to honor God first, help create great husbands and dads and then win at a high level. That can be in life, it can be in football but the reality is you have to go compete every day. We want to have a great family atmosphere and relationships that last a lifetime.

Question: You've been at KWU a short time but what have you learned so far?

Middleton: I've seen the passion others have across campus. Whoever you interact with you see things are done at an extremely high level which is why Kansas Wesleyan has had success and has flourished for as long as it has.

Question: You've been an assistant coach at several locations and levels. What's the biggest thing you've learned?

Middleton: You learn something wherever you go and whoever you work for. I think you find yourself along the way and all the things you want to take with you. I've work for some good men. Hud Jackson (Southern Arkansas head coach) rubbed off on me as far as being a family man and those things. Working for Paul Simmons (Harding head coach) was a great example of 'we're not going to cut corners, we're going to build it the right way, we're going to honor God first. We're going to hire men to coach with high character, we're going to recruit student athletes with high character. We're going to do it the right way and build it from day one.' There is no instant success.

Question: How will your experiences as a high school head coach benefit you at the college level?

Middleton: The best thing that ever happened to me was being a head high school coach. Starting your career in college a lot of times you're able to recruit to fit a system. In high school you coach the personnel that you have and you have to adapt. Then also understanding and being more sympathetic and empathetic to young people. One thing about high school is you have no idea what somebody has gone through before they get on the bus or where they're at in their life and what their struggles are. It really showed me that each person has a different personality. Being able to deal with a younger personality and realizing that I coach a lot of kids that play for the love of the game. They aren't getting paid or getting a scholarship to do so.

Question: Harding utilizes the ground-heavy flexbone offense. You've said you won't employ it at KWU so what will the offense look like?

Middleton: We're going to play with a breakneck tempo, we're going to play extremely fast. We're going to be more of a power-spread offense. We will get under center some but the biggest thing is play with an all-gas, no-brakes mentality. Cause chaos for the opposing defense and always keep them on their heels. There might be games where you see us running 60 or 70 percent of the time then the next week it might be where we throw it more. You always attack what the defense gives you but you've got to be balanced and you've got to be able to adapt.

Question: What are your top priorities in the spring semester?

Middleton: Recruiting right now. Filling in the gaps of the seniors that we lost and the other people no longer in the program. Make sure they match our vision and what we're trying to do. Then have an extreme, intense offseason program of strength and conditioning and morning workouts to set the stage for what we do want to do in spring practice. I think the most exciting thing for me is to be able to get to spring practice and see what we have and see where we need help. Start building relationships from day one and earning trust. I've got to earn the players trust; they've got to earn mine. I think that's a form of building relationships, going through tough things together. We need to make sure that we have the right people in our program that are going to give us a chance to be successful. People who are great academic students and good football players too. We're not going to babysit anybody.

Question: You've hired new offensive and defensive coordinators. What do <a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/9a47d443-dd4b-40bd-9ce1-d9ba936f2758?elinkdata=16889">Boomer Cunningham</a> and <a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/4be9d5cd-88bd-4f05-9c19-4ee3181c4633?elinkdata=16889">Greg Parker</a> bring to the program?

<a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/11a32e5d-e3a5-4aeb-9376-631d834e12e6?elinkdata=16889">Matt Middleton</a> was named Kansas Wesleyan's football coach on November 25 following a national search that attracted more than 150 applicants.Middleton spent the past two seasons as quarterbacks and fullbacks coach at Division II powerhouse Harding (Searcy, Ark.). The Bisons won the 2023 national championship and were 27-2 with Middleton on the staff - 15-0 in 2023.Before Harding, Middleton served as an assistant at Division I Louisiana Tech and Central Arkansas and Division II Arkansas-Monticello and Southern Arkansas. He has been an offensive coordinator, quarterbacks coach and assistant head coach at the collegiate level and was head coach at three high schools in Louisiana.Middleton arrived in Salina earlier this month following Harding's quarterfinal playoff loss. He has been busy putting a staff together and recruiting a plethora of new players - this year's team had 33 seniors.Middleton discussed why he pursued the position, his expectations and goals for the program and what he wants to accomplish this spring during a question-and-answer session.Question: What attracted you to the KWU job?Middleton: I went back 15 years and there's been a lot of winning at a high level and obviously that says commitment to win. That's one of the main things. Then obviously the backgrounds of Dr. (Matt) Thompson and Ken (Oliver) and Miguel (Paredes) and just looking at the other sports across the board and the success that they've had showed me it is a university that's committed to winning at the highest level.Question: What do you bring to the football program?Middleton: High energy, a passion to be the best and a staff that does things the right way. Our number goal is to honor God first, help create great husbands and dads and then win at a high level. That can be in life, it can be in football but the reality is you have to go compete every day. We want to have a great family atmosphere and relationships that last a lifetime.Question: You've been at KWU a short time but what have you learned so far?Middleton: I've seen the passion others have across campus. Whoever you interact with you see things are done at an extremely high level which is why Kansas Wesleyan has had success and has flourished for as long as it has.Question: You've been an assistant coach at several locations and levels. What's the biggest thing you've learned?Middleton: You learn something wherever you go and whoever you work for. I think you find yourself along the way and all the things you want to take with you. I've work for some good men. Hud Jackson (Southern Arkansas head coach) rubbed off on me as far as being a family man and those things. Working for Paul Simmons (Harding head coach) was a great example of 'we're not going to cut corners, we're going to build it the right way, we're going to honor God first. We're going to hire men to coach with high character, we're going to recruit student athletes with high character. We're going to do it the right way and build it from day one.' There is no instant success.Question: How will your experiences as a high school head coach benefit you at the college level?Middleton: The best thing that ever happened to me was being a head high school coach. Starting your career in college a lot of times you're able to recruit to fit a system. In high school you coach the personnel that you have and you have to adapt. Then also understanding and being more sympathetic and empathetic to young people. One thing about high school is you have no idea what somebody has gone through before they get on the bus or where they're at in their life and what their struggles are. It really showed me that each person has a different personality. Being able to deal with a younger personality and realizing that I coach a lot of kids that play for the love of the game. They aren't getting paid or getting a scholarship to do so.Question: Harding utilizes the ground-heavy flexbone offense. You've said you won't employ it at KWU so what will the offense look like?Middleton: We're going to play with a breakneck tempo, we're going to play extremely fast. We're going to be more of a power-spread offense. We will get under center some but the biggest thing is play with an all-gas, no-brakes mentality. Cause chaos for the opposing defense and always keep them on their heels. There might be games where you see us running 60 or 70 percent of the time then the next week it might be where we throw it more. You always attack what the defense gives you but you've got to be balanced and you've got to be able to adapt.Question: What are your top priorities in the spring semester?Middleton: Recruiting right now. Filling in the gaps of the seniors that we lost and the other people no longer in the program. Make sure they match our vision and what we're trying to do. Then have an extreme, intense offseason program of strength and conditioning and morning workouts to set the stage for what we do want to do in spring practice. I think the most exciting thing for me is to be able to get to spring practice and see what we have and see where we need help. Start building relationships from day one and earning trust. I've got to earn the players trust; they've got to earn mine. I think that's a form of building relationships, going through tough things together. We need to make sure that we have the right people in our program that are going to give us a chance to be successful. People who are great academic students and good football players too. We're not going to babysit anybody.Question: You've hired new offensive and defensive coordinators. What do <a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/9a47d443-dd4b-40bd-9ce1-d9ba936f2758?elinkdata=16889">Boomer Cunningham</a> and <a href="http://kwucoyotes.com/services/go.ashx/4be9d5cd-88bd-4f05-9c19-4ee3181c4633?elinkdata=16889">Greg Parker</a> bring to the program?

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MANHATTAN, Kansas -&nbsp;(12/11) K-State (13-1, 1-0 Big 12) goes on the road to begin 2025, as the Wildcats visit Houston (4-8, 0-1) on Wednesday at 2 p.m.

• K-State has opened this season with a 13-1 record for the second straight season and the third time since 2008-09. With a win Wednesday, K-State would achieve the sixth 14-1 or better start to a season in school history and its second straight.

• Wednesday’s game will air on ESPN+, as Chelsea Reber (play-by-play), Austyn Iven (analyst) and Brooke Kirchhofer (sideline) will have the call.

Five names, numbers or storylines about K-State women’s basketball

• K-State registered a record of 27-8 (.771) during the 2024 calendar year. The 27 wins are the most in a calendar year under head coach Jeff Mittie and the most since the calendar year of 2008 (27 wins).

2. Glenn Closing in on 1K &amp; Rare Club

• With three points, senior guard Jaelyn Glenn would become the 46th player in program history to score 1,000 or more points during their time at K-State. In addition to the scoring milestone, Glenn would be the fifth player and first since 2009 (Shalee Lehning) to achieve 1,000 or more points, 500 or more rebounds, 250 or more assists and 225 or more steals.

3. Mittie Nearing a K-State Legend

• K-State head coach Jeff Mittie needs four wins (203-136, .598; 2014-present) to pass Judy Akers (206-94, .687; 1968-79) for second on the K-State career wins list.

• K-State leads the nation in field goal percentage (.511), assists per game (23.2) and assist/turnover ratio (1.96).

5. Poindexter With a Rare Performance

• With her 23 points on a 75.0 field goal percentage and four made 3-pointers against Cincinnati, Temira Poindexter was the first Wildcat since Mariah White to record 20 or more points on a .750 field goal percentage and four or more 3-pointers made in a Big 12 game.

• K-State registered a team season-high assisted shot rate of 93.1 percent during its win over Cincinnati in the Big 12 opener.

• The Wildcats reached an assisted shot rate of 93.1 percent by handing out 27 assists on 29 made field goals.

• The 93.1 assisted shot rate was the second-highest in the nation this season and the highest by a Big 12 this season.

• K-State’s 93.1 assisted shot rate was the highest for the program since at least the 2009-10 season.

2024-25 K-State Coach &amp; Player Milestones to Watch

• Needs four wins to move into second on the K-State Women’s Basketball wins list (Judy Akers, 206)

• Needs three double-doubles to move into second in Big 12 history for career double-doubles

• Needs 198 rebounds to move into second in Big 12 history for career rebounds

• Needs 26 made free throws to set the school record for career free throws made

• Needs 51 points to reach 1,500 career points

• Needs 3 points to reach 1,000 career points

• Needs 62 steals to move into third on K-State career steals list

• Needs one rebound for sole possession of 28th on the K-State career rebounds list

• Houston (4-8, 0-1 Big 12) begins the home portion of its Big 12 slate by hosting the Wildcats. The Cougars opened league action at Texas Tech on Dec. 22 with a 74-59 loss.

• On the sideline, the Cougars are led by 11th-year head coach Ronald Hughey. A 2006 graduate of Limestone College, Hughey owns a career record of 139-178 (.438) all at Houston.

• On the floor, Houston is led by Laila Blair and Gia Cooke.

• Blair, a graduate guard from Houston, is tied for the team lead in scoring with 11.8 per game. At Texas Tech, Blair tallied 11 points.

• Cooke, a redshirt sophomore guard from Upper Marlboro, Maryland, is tied for the team lead in scoring with 11.8 per game. Against the Lady Raiders, Cooke led the Cougars with 12 points.

• K-State remains ranked number 12 in the Associated Press (AP) top-25 poll in week nine.

• Since making its poll debut on Nov. 20, 2023, K-State has been ranked for 28 consecutive weeks. This is the longest consecutive streak for K-State since being ranked for 69 straight weeks from the end of the 2001-02 season to the end of the 2004-05 season.

• In its history, K-State has now been ranked for a total of 202 weeks in the AP poll, including 63 weeks as a top-10 team.

• As an AP ranked team, K-State owns a 261-96 (.731) record.

• Kansas State made its 2024-25 preseason debut at 13th in the AP top-25 poll. This was the fourth time in program history and the first time since the 2004-05 season that K-State appeared in the AP preseason poll. This was the program’s highest preseason ranking since 2003-04 when the Wildcats entered the season ranked fifth.

• During the 2023-24 season, the Wildcats achieved the program’s highest ranking in the Jeff Mittie era (2014-present), as the team was ranked 2nd on Jan. 29, 2024. It was the highest ranking for the program in the AP poll since Nov. 25, 2002 when K-State was ranked 2nd.

• According to Stats Perform, K-State was the first women’s program since the start of the AP poll in 1976 to go from unranked in the preseason to either No. 1 or No. 2 in the same season.

• The Wildcats remain ranked 12th in this week’s USA Today/WBCA Coaches Poll.

• The Wildcats have been ranked in 27 straight USA Today/WBCA Coaches Polls dating back to Nov. 20, 2023.

• K-State debuted in the Coaches poll in the 2024-25 preseason at 13th. This was the fourth time K-State has appeared in the preseason Coaches Poll and the first time since 2004-05. This was K-State’s highest preseason ranking in the poll since 2003-04 when the Wildcats entered the season ranked fifth.

MANHATTAN, Kansas -&nbsp;(12/11) K-State (13-1, 1-0 Big 12) goes on the road to begin 2025, as the Wildcats visit Houston (4-8, 0-1) on Wednesday at 2 p.m.• K-State has opened this season with a 13-1 record for the second straight season and the third time since 2008-09. With a win Wednesday, K-State would achieve the sixth 14-1 or better start to a season in school history and its second straight.• Wednesday’s game will air on ESPN+, as Chelsea Reber (play-by-play), Austyn Iven (analyst) and Brooke Kirchhofer (sideline) will have the call.Starting 5Five names, numbers or storylines about K-State women’s basketball1. A 2024 to Remember• K-State registered a record of 27-8 (.771) during the 2024 calendar year. The 27 wins are the most in a calendar year under head coach Jeff Mittie and the most since the calendar year of 2008 (27 wins).2. Glenn Closing in on 1K &amp; Rare Club• With three points, senior guard Jaelyn Glenn would become the 46th player in program history to score 1,000 or more points during their time at K-State. In addition to the scoring milestone, Glenn would be the fifth player and first since 2009 (Shalee Lehning) to achieve 1,000 or more points, 500 or more rebounds, 250 or more assists and 225 or more steals.3. Mittie Nearing a K-State Legend• K-State head coach Jeff Mittie needs four wins (203-136, .598; 2014-present) to pass Judy Akers (206-94, .687; 1968-79) for second on the K-State career wins list.4. Cats Pacing the Nation• K-State leads the nation in field goal percentage (.511), assists per game (23.2) and assist/turnover ratio (1.96).5. Poindexter With a Rare Performance• With her 23 points on a 75.0 field goal percentage and four made 3-pointers against Cincinnati, Temira Poindexter was the first Wildcat since Mariah White to record 20 or more points on a .750 field goal percentage and four or more 3-pointers made in a Big 12 game.Number to Know93.1• K-State registered a team season-high assisted shot rate of 93.1 percent during its win over Cincinnati in the Big 12 opener.• The Wildcats reached an assisted shot rate of 93.1 percent by handing out 27 assists on 29 made field goals.• The 93.1 assisted shot rate was the second-highest in the nation this season and the highest by a Big 12 this season.• K-State’s 93.1 assisted shot rate was the highest for the program since at least the 2009-10 season.2024-25 K-State Coach &amp; Player Milestones to WatchJeff Mittie• Needs four wins to move into second on the K-State Women’s Basketball wins list (Judy Akers, 206)Ayoka Lee• Needs three double-doubles to move into second in Big 12 history for career double-doubles• Needs 198 rebounds to move into second in Big 12 history for career rebounds• Needs 26 made free throws to set the school record for career free throws madeSerena Sundell• Needs 51 points to reach 1,500 career pointsJaelyn Glenn• Needs 3 points to reach 1,000 career points• Needs 62 steals to move into third on K-State career steals list• Needs one rebound for sole possession of 28th on the K-State career rebounds listAt a Glance: Houston• Houston (4-8, 0-1 Big 12) begins the home portion of its Big 12 slate by hosting the Wildcats. The Cougars opened league action at Texas Tech on Dec. 22 with a 74-59 loss.• On the sideline, the Cougars are led by 11th-year head coach Ronald Hughey. A 2006 graduate of Limestone College, Hughey owns a career record of 139-178 (.438) all at Houston.• On the floor, Houston is led by Laila Blair and Gia Cooke.• Blair, a graduate guard from Houston, is tied for the team lead in scoring with 11.8 per game. At Texas Tech, Blair tallied 11 points.• Cooke, a redshirt sophomore guard from Upper Marlboro, Maryland, is tied for the team lead in scoring with 11.8 per game. Against the Lady Raiders, Cooke led the Cougars with 12 points.K-State Among the Rankings• K-State remains ranked number 12 in the Associated Press (AP) top-25 poll in week nine.• Since making its poll debut on Nov. 20, 2023, K-State has been ranked for 28 consecutive weeks. This is the longest consecutive streak for K-State since being ranked for 69 straight weeks from the end of the 2001-02 season to the end of the 2004-05 season.• In its history, K-State has now been ranked for a total of 202 weeks in the AP poll, including 63 weeks as a top-10 team.• As an AP ranked team, K-State owns a 261-96 (.731) record.• Kansas State made its 2024-25 preseason debut at 13th in the AP top-25 poll. This was the fourth time in program history and the first time since the 2004-05 season that K-State appeared in the AP preseason poll. This was the program’s highest preseason ranking since 2003-04 when the Wildcats entered the season ranked fifth.• During the 2023-24 season, the Wildcats achieved the program’s highest ranking in the Jeff Mittie era (2014-present), as the team was ranked 2nd on Jan. 29, 2024. It was the highest ranking for the program in the AP poll since Nov. 25, 2002 when K-State was ranked 2nd.• According to Stats Perform, K-State was the first women’s program since the start of the AP poll in 1976 to go from unranked in the preseason to either No. 1 or No. 2 in the same season.• The Wildcats remain ranked 12th in this week’s USA Today/WBCA Coaches Poll.• The Wildcats have been ranked in 27 straight USA Today/WBCA Coaches Polls dating back to Nov. 20, 2023.• K-State debuted in the Coaches poll in the 2024-25 preseason at 13th. This was the fourth time K-State has appeared in the preseason Coaches Poll and the first time since 2004-05. This was K-State’s highest preseason ranking in the poll since 2003-04 when the Wildcats entered the season ranked fifth.• K-State reached a high of 2nd in the Coaches Poll for two straight weeks in the 2023-24 season, its highest Coaches Poll ranking since being ranked 2nd in the third poll of the 2002-03 season.1st Month the 1st to 250 Wins• January was the first month in the history of K-State women’s basketball to surpass the 250-win plateau and the Wildcats own an overall record in the month of 259-193 (.573) in the first month of the year.• Head coach Jeff Mittie is 39-41 (.488) in January with the Wildcats.• K-State has registered a .500 or better record in January 34 times in the history of the program.Wildcats on the Road• K-State has a 293-325 (.474) record in road games during the program’s 57-year history.• In his career in road games, head coach Jeff Mittie is 169-205 (.452) including a 44-68 (.393) mark during his time at K-State.• In the 2023-24 season, K-State was 6-4 (.600) in road games. The Wildcats opened the season with a five-game road winning streak, which was K-State’s longest since a five-game streak in the 2018-19 season.• Among its six road wins last season, the Wildcats collected two over AP top-25 opponents (at #2 Iowa; at #13 Baylor).• K-State’s six road wins were the most by the Wildcats since the 2019-20 season (7-5).• With its win at then second-ranked Iowa on Nov. 16, 2023, K-State secured its highest ranked road win in program history and ended a 14-game road losing streak against ranked opponents.Three is not a Crowd, It’s a Benefit• Since 2011-12, when three or more players reach double figures in scoring in the same game, K-State is 187-85 (.688) including an 12-1 record in the 2024-25 season.• The Wildcats had a season-high six players reach double figures against Milwaukee on Nov. 20.• The combination of Ayoka Lee and Serena Sundell have scored in double figures in 42 of 71 games played together since 2021-22.• Lee and Sundell combined to score 52 points in a win over New Mexico State on Dec. 18. This is the third time the duo has combined to score 50 or more points in the same game including the school record of 72 against Oklahoma on Jan. 23, 2022.Sharing is Caring• K-State remains unselfish in its play to open the 2024-25 season.• The Wildcats are averaging 23.2 assists per game and own an assist percentage of 70.8. K-State leads the nation for assists per game and assist/turnover ratio (1.96).• Since assists became an officially tracked stat in 1981-82, K-State has registered an assisted shot rate of 60.0 percent or higher at the end of a season 24 times in its history.• The Wildcats have handed out 20 or more assists in 11 games this season including a season-high 30 assists on 37 made field goals against DePaul on Nov. 27. The 30 assists were the most since carding 30 against UIW on Dec. 3, 2019.• Over the last 17 years, the Wildcats are 103-8 (.928) when handing out 20 or more assists.• K-State continued to share the ball in the 2023-24 season. The Wildcats handed out a school record 631 assists (18.6 apg) and owned an assist to turnover ratio of 1.31. K-State tallied an assisted shot rate of 68.2.• K-State was third in the Big 12 and 12th in the nation for assists per game and were second in the league and ranked sixth in the nation for assisted shot rate. K-State led the Big 12 and ranked 18th in the nation for assist to turnover ratio.• Serena Sundell (189) and Gabby Gregory (114) combined for 303 assists in the 2023-24 season, which was second in school history for combined assists by two K-State players in a season.Wildcats’ Defense Forges Identity• K-State continues to be a force on the defensive end during head coach Jeff Mittie’s 11 seasons on the bench.• This season, K-State is holding opponents to 49.9 points per game on a .313 field goal percentage. The Wildcats lead the Big 12 and are second in the nation in scoring defense and paces the Big 12 and ranks third in the nation in field goal percentage defense.• The Wildcats held USC Upstate on Dec. 5 to 24 points on a 21.4 field goal percentage. The 24 points were the fewest allowed in the Jeff Mittie era and the fewest since holding Dartmouth to 20 points on Nov. 12, 2011.• The 21.4 field goal percentage allowed was the lowest since holding Cincinnati to a 20.0 field goal percentage on Dec. 30, 2023.• The Wildcats have held 11 opponents to 60 points or less this season (11-0). Under Mittie, K-State is 137-15 (.901) when holding its foes to 60 points or less including a 57-3 (.950) record over the last four seasons.• During the last 21 seasons, K-State is 144-3 (.980) when holding an opponent to 49 points or less including a 63-0 mark in the Mittie era. During Mittie’s tenure K-State has held 21 opponents to 40 or fewer points.• In the 2023-24 season, K-State held opponents to 57.9 points per game and a field goal percentage of .362.• The Wildcats led the Big 12 and were 17th in the nation for field goal percentage defense, were third in the Big 12 and rank 40th in the nation for scoring defense and were second in the Big 12 and 12th in the nation for 3-point field goal percentage defense (.266).• K-State’s field goal percentage defense ranked third in program history since the 1981-82 season and fifth overall in program history.Poindexter Attacks from 3• Senior Temira Poindexter has sparked K-State from deep to open the 2024-25 season.• This season, Poindexter is 29-of-79 (.367) from 3-point range.• Against Belmont on Nov. 7, Poindexter made a season-high five 3-point field goals. This was the most 3-point field goals made by a Wildcat since Gabby Gregory made five at Washington on March 24, 2023.• In her collegiate career, Poindexter is 210-of-662 (.317) from distance. She owns 62 career games with two or more 3-point field goals made, including 18 career games with four or more 3-point field goals made.Glenn Nears 1K• Jaelyn Glenn is approaching an important career scoring milestone.• With three points, Glenn would become the 46th player in program history to score 1,000 or more points in her K-State career.• When she reaches the 1,000-point mark, Glenn will become the fifth player in program history and first since 2009 with 1,000 or more points, 500 or more rebounds, 250 or more assists and 225 or more steals.

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