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VISUALS: Hilltopers defeat Aggies 93-70

Hallie Stafford, Staff Photographer
February 27, 2026
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Western Kentucky Hilltoppers guard L.J. Hackman (2) sits on the bench before being introduced in the starting lineup before WKU’s game against New Mexico State Aggies at E.A. Diddle Arena Thursday February 26, 2026. (Hallie Stafford)
New Mexico State Aggies forward Jae’Coby Osborne (4) shoots a free throw during WKU’s game at E.A. Diddle Arena Thursday February 26, 2026. (Hallie Stafford)
New Mexico State Aggies guard Gabe Pickens (1) strides towards the goal as Western Kentucky Hilltoppers guard Jack Edelen (5) guards him during WKU’s game at E.A. Diddle Arena Thursday February 26, 2026. (Hallie Stafford)
Western Kentucky Hilltoppers go up against New Mexico State Aggies at E.A. Diddle Arena Thursday February 26, 2026. (Hallie Stafford)
Western Kentucky Hilltoppers guard Teagan Moore (30) throws the ball into the game as New Mexico State Aggies Guard Jayland Randall (8) blocks him during WKU’s game at E.A. Diddle Arena Thursday February 26, 2026. (Hallie Stafford)
New Mexico State Aggies Guard Jayland Randall (8) holds the ball before he shoots a free throw during WKU’s game at E.A. Diddle Arena Thursday February 26, 2026. (Hallie Stafford)
New Mexico State Aggies forward Teysean Eaglestaff (7) grabs a hold of the ball during WKU’s game at E.A. Diddle Arena Thursday February 26, 2026. (Hallie Stafford)
New Mexico State’s Head Coach Jason Hooten yells at his team during WKU’s game at E.A. Diddle Arena on Thursday, February 26, 2026. (Hallie Stafford)
Western Kentucky Hilltopper guard Teagan Moore (30) goes for a layup against New Mexico State Aggies Center Augustine Ekwe (66) during WKU’s game at E.A.Diddle Arena on Thursday, February 26, 2026. (Hallie Stafford)
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Hallie Stafford
Hallie Stafford, Staff Photographer
Hallie Stafford is Assistant Visuals Editor for the WKU Herald. Stafford is in her final year, majoring in film and photojournalism. Originally from Nicholasville, Kentucky, this is her third semester on the Herald staff.