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Jake McMahon is the sports editor of the Herald. McMahon is in his fifth semester on the Hill, as well as his fifth semester as a member of the Herald staff. He is a journalism major with a minor in broadcasting from Louisville.

Jake McMahon, Sports Editor

Jake McMahon is the sports editor of the Herald. McMahon is in his fifth semester on the Hill, as well as his fifth semester as a member of the Herald staff. He is a journalism major with a minor in broadcasting from Louisville.

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WKU linebacker Sebastian Benjamin (9) sacks LA Tech quarterback Evan Bullock (7) during the WKU Homecoming football game in the L.T. Smith Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 16, 2024.

WKU Football accepts Boca Raton Bowl invitation

Jake McMahon, Sports Editor
December 7, 2024
Photo submitted by WKU Athletics

‘Lucas the Leg’: Carneiro earns conference recognition for four field goal game

Jake McMahon, Sports Editor
December 5, 2024
WKU guard Jack Edelen (15) motions to his teammates as he brings the ball up the court in the first half of the game against Marshall in E.A. Diddle Arena in Bowling Green, Ky., on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024.

Second half surge leads WKU over Marshall

Jake McMahon, Sports Editor
November 30, 2024
UK forward Andrew Carr (7) pushes back against WKU defense during the basketball game in Rupp Arena in Lexington, Ky., on Tuesday, Nov. 26, 2024.

WKU Men’s Basketball falls at Kentucky

Jake McMahon, Sports Editor
November 26, 2024
Guard Julius Thedford (13) reaches for a field goal during the match against Jackson State University at E.A. Diddle Arena on Nov. 20, 2024. The Hilltoppers won 79-62.

‘Quite a test and challenge for us’: WKU Men’s Basketball looks to upset Kentucky

Jake McMahon, Sports Editor
November 25, 2024
WKU wide receiver Dalvin Smith (17) slides into the endzone during an incomplete catch during the WKU Homecoming football game in the L.T. Smith Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 16, 2024.

Pardon my Jake: Liberty loss takes destiny out of Hilltopper’s hands

Jake McMahon, Sports Editor
November 24, 2024
WKU’s football team takes the field during the WKU Homecoming game against Louisiana Tech University at L.T. Smith Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 16, 2024.

The Other Side: A look at Liberty Football with the Lynchburg News and Advance

Jake McMahon, Sports Editor
November 22, 2024
Toppers quarterback Kawaun Jakes (6) is congratulated by his teammate  defensive lineman Jamarcus Allen (43) after winning the game after the WKU vs. Kentucky Wildcats football game in Lexington on Saturday, Sept. 15. The Toppers won in overtime 32-31. 

Through the Vault: Seminole

Jake McMahon, Sports Editor
November 22, 2024
WKU guard Khristian Lander (4) is fouled by Lipscomb’s Miles White (5) on a run to the basket during WKU’s win against Lipscomb on Sunday, Nov. 17, 2024 in E.A. Diddle Arena.

Hilltoppers prepare for Jackson State

Jake McMahon, Sports Editor
November 19, 2024
Western students react after the Hilltoppers lost possession in the 3rd quarter during the WKU Homecoming game against Louisiana Tech in L.T. Smith Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 16, 2024.

Pardon my Jake: Mistake-ridden football has WKU’s C-USA title hopes in jeopardy

Jake McMahon, Sports Editor
November 17, 2024
Western Kentucky University volleyball Head Coach Travis Hudson talks to defensive specialist Abby Schaefer (15) during a match against Middle Tennessee State University at Diddle Arena on Sunday, Oct. 8, 2024.

3 Hilltoppers inducted into WKU Athletic Hall of Fame

Jake McMahon, Sports reporter
November 16, 2024
WKU head coach Travis Hudson shakes hands with FIU head coach Cristina Robertson ahead of the match in E.A. Diddle Arena on WKU Campus in Bowling Green, Ky. on Friday, Sept. 30, 2022. WKU won 3-0.

Hudson to receive statue in 2025

Jake McMahon, Sports Editor
November 16, 2024
Western Kentucky Hilltoppers quarterback Caden Veltkamp (10) pushes through the Kennesaw State defensive line in the L.T. Smith Stadium on Wednesday, Oct. 30, 2024.

The Other Side: A look at Louisiana Tech football with the Ruston Leader

Jake McMahon, Sports Editor
November 15, 2024
The Western Kentucky Hilltoppers women’s volleyball team celebrates after being awarded the conference champions trophy following their win against Liberty University at Diddle Arena on Nov. 14, 2024. WKU won 3-0, and is 17-0 in conference play.

WKU Volleyball claims sole possession of C-USA regular season title

Jake McMahon, Sports Editor
November 14, 2024
Western Kentucky Hilltoppers Elijah Young (3) looses his shoe in a tackle during the matchup against the University of Texas at El Paso at Houchens Industries L. T. Smith Stadium in Bowling Green on Thursday, October 10, 2024. WKU won 44-17.

Pardon My Jake: A messy defensive performance is cause for concern

Jake McMahon, Sports Editor
November 10, 2024
Western Kentucky Hilltoppers kicker Riley Stephens (47) kicks off the ball to the Kennesaw State Owls in the L.T. Smith Stadium on Wednesday, Oct. 30, 2024.

The Other Side: A look at NMSU Football with the Las Cruces Sun-News

Jake McMahon, Sports Editor
November 9, 2024
Western Kentucky Hilltoppers running back Elijah Young (3) is pulled down by Kennesaw State Owls defensive back Tyler Hallum (20) in the L.T. Smith Stadium on Wednesday, Oct. 30, 2024.

Pardon My Jake: Balanced offense has WKU rolling

Jake McMahon, Sports Editor
October 31, 2024
C-USA commissioner speaks on current state of league, WKU's place in conference

C-USA commissioner speaks on current state of league, WKU’s place in conference

Jake McMahon, Spots Editor
October 30, 2024
Western Kentucky Hilltoppers quarterback Caden Veltkamp (10) throws a pass during a game against the University of Toledo at L.T. Smith Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 21, 2024.

The Other Side: A look at Kennesaw State Football with the KSU Sentinel

Jake McMahon, Sports Editor
October 30, 2024
WKU volleyball head coach Travis Hudson prepares for a time out during WKU’s 3-0 sweep of Louisiana Tech on Saturday, Oct. 19, 2024 in Diddle Arena.

Hudson, Bere to have surgery Wednesday for lower leg injuries

Jake McMahon, Sports Editor
October 28, 2024
Western Kentucky University volleyball Head Coach Travis Hudson talks to defensive specialist Abby Schaefer (15) during a match against Middle Tennessee State University at Diddle Arena on Sunday, Oct. 8, 2024.

WKU volleyball to play weekend without Hudson, Bere

Jake McMahon, Sports Editor
October 25, 2024
Gregory Collins is the women’s basketball head coach at WKU and makes $207,076.32 a year, which is $106.19 an hour.

Lady Topper basketball hosts preseason press conference

Jake McMahon, Sports Editor
October 23, 2024
Hank Plona thanks the members of the basketball team and others during his opening remarks during a press conference on Wednesday, April 3, 2024.

Hilltopper basketball hosts preseason press conference

Jake McMahon, Sports Editor
October 23, 2024
Western Kentucky Hilltoppers quarterback Kaden Veltkamp (10) celebrates with fans after a touchdown during the matchup against the University of Texas at El Paso at Houchens Industries L. T. Smith Stadium in Bowling Green on Thursday, October 10, 2024.

Pardon my Jake: WKU pulls away at Sam Houston

Jake McMahon, Sports Editor
October 20, 2024
Western Kentucky Hilltoppers tight end Trevor Borland (86) celebrates with his teammates during WKU’s game against The University of Texas at El Paso in Bowing Green, Ky. on Thursday, Oct. 10, 2024.

The Other Side: A look at Sam Houston football with The Item

Jake McMahon, Sports Editor
October 15, 2024
Western Kentucky Hilltoppers linebacker Nathan Griffin (45) and offensive lineman Blake Austin (79) celebrate their win after WKU’s game against The University of Texas at El Paso in Bowing Green, Ky. on Thursday, Oct. 10, 2024.

Pardon my Jake: WKU’s big win against UTEP

Jake McMahon, Sports Editor
October 11, 2024
WKU guard Don McHenry (2) drives the lane against Marquette’s Stevie Mitchell (4) during the March Madness Round of 64 at the Gainbridge Field house in Indianapolis on Friday, March 22, 2024.

C-USA announces preseason basketball predictions

Jake McMahon, Sports Editor
October 10, 2024
Western Kentucky Hilltoppers running back George Hart III (9) rushes with the ball during a game against the University of Toledo at L.T. Smith Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 21, 2024.

The Other Side: A look into UTEP football with The Prospector

Jake McMahon, Sports editor
October 9, 2024
WKU releases new helmets for UTEP game

WKU releases new helmets for UTEP game

Jake McMahon, Sports editor
October 3, 2024
UTEP to leave Conference USA in 2026

UTEP to leave Conference USA in 2026

Jake McMahon, Sports editor
October 1, 2024
A WKU cheerleader puts his hands on his head after a fumble on the 19 yard line was ruled in favor of the University of Toledo with seconds left of a game at L.T. Smith Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 21, 2024.

Pardon my Jake: WKU football falls short at Boston College

Jake McMahon, Sports editor
September 29, 2024
Boston College quarterback Thomas Castellanos ruled out against WKU

Boston College quarterback Thomas Castellanos ruled out against WKU

Jake McMahon, Sports editor
September 27, 2024
A Western Kentucky Cheerleader celebrates after a touchdown during a game against University of Toledo at L.T. Smith Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 21, 2024.

The Other Side: A look at Boston College football with BC Heights

Jake McMahon, Sports editor
September 26, 2024
Western Kentucky University football players celebrate their win after the game against University of Toledo at L.T. Smith Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 21, 2024.

Pardon my Jake: WKU’s comeback win against Toledo

Jake McMahon, Sports editor
September 22, 2024
WKU to host Flo Rida for pregame concert

WKU to host Flo Rida for pregame concert

Jake McMahon, Sports editor
September 21, 2024
Western Kentucky Hilltoppers wide receiver Moussa Barry (18) rushes with the ball during a game against Eastern Kentucky University at L.T. Smith Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024.

The Other Side: A look at Toledo football with The Blade

Jake McMahon, Sports editor
September 19, 2024
Provided by WKU Athletics.

Board of Regents announces name of WKU Football Complex in special called meeting

Ali Costellow and Jake McMahon
September 18, 2024
Western Kentucky Hilltoppers quarterback Caden Veltkamp (10) attempts to throw a pass during a game against the University of Alabama at Bryant Denning Stadium in Tuscaloosa, Ala. on Saturday, Aug. 31, 2024.

Helton announces Veltkamp as starter against Toledo

Jake McMahon, Sports editor
September 16, 2024
Western Kentucky Hilltoppers wide receiver Kisean Johnson (0) runs the ball during WKU's game against Eastern Kentucky University in Bowling Green on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024.

Pardon my Jake: WKU’s dominant win at MTSU

Jake McMahon, Sports editor
September 15, 2024
Western Kentucky Hilltoppers wide receiver Koy Moore (11) and Western Kentucky Hilltoppers tight end River Helms (87) celebrate a touchdown that was later overturned during a game against Eastern Kentucky University at L.T. Smith Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024.

The Other Side: A look into MTSU football with MTSU Sidelines

Jake McMahon, Sports editor
September 12, 2024
Western Kentucky Hilltoppers wide receiver Easton Messer (8) rushes with the ball during a game against the University of Alabama at Bryant Denning Stadium in Tuscaloosa, Ala. on Saturday, Aug. 31, 2024.

WKU football looks to bounce back against EKU

Michael Givner Jr. and Jake McMahon
September 5, 2024
Western Kentucky Hilltoppers wide receiver Jax Cooper (23) takes the field after a timeout during a game against the University of Alabama at Bryant Denning Stadium in Tuscaloosa, Ala. on Saturday, Aug. 31, 2024.

The Other Side: A look into EKU football with the Eastern Progress

Jake McMahon, Sports editor
September 5, 2024
WKU’s Big Red throws his hands up after the University of Alabama scored a touchdown in the first half of a game against the University of Alabama at Bryant Denning Stadium in Tuscaloosa, Ala. on Saturday, Aug. 31, 2024.

Pardon My Jake: WKU’s blowout loss at Alabama

Jake McMahon, Sports editor
September 1, 2024
TJ Finley to start at Alabama

TJ Finley to start at Alabama

Jake McMahon, Sports editor
August 26, 2024
“I’ve been voting here [W.R. McNeill Elementary School] for probably 45 years, both of my daughters went here," Bobby Rascoe said. Rascoe is a former WKU student services employee and basketball player, ”[College Students] just need to be apart of the future of voting, and expressing their feelings and so forth” Rascoe said.

WKU basketball great passes away at 84

Jake McMahon, Sports editor
August 26, 2024
WKU guard Christian Lander (4) competes for a rebound with NMSU guard Jaden Harris (13) in WKU’s Senior Night game in the Diddle Arena on Feb 17.

WKU men’s basketball announces non-conference schedule

Jake McMahon, Sports editor
August 19, 2024
WKU #25 Lily Rummo celebrates with teammates #13 Katie Erwin and #9 Sydney Ernst after scoring the only goal of the night. The Hilltoppers upset the University of Texas at El Paso 1-0.

WKU Soccer set to kickoff season at Austin Peay

Jake McMahon, Sports editor
August 15, 2024
Senior Katie Isenbarger competes in high-jump during day one of Western Kentucky University’s Hilltopper Relays Friday, April 1, 2022 at the Charles M. Ruter Track and Field Complex in Bowling Green, Kentucky.

Isenbarger set to represent WKU at NCAA Outdoor Championships

Jake McMahon, Sports editor
June 7, 2024
The WKU Hilltoppers football team heads on to Feix Field ahead of their match with Troy on Saturday, Oct. 1, 2022 in Bowling Green, Ky. WKU lost 34-27.

WKU football scheduled to kick-off season on ESPN

Jake McMahon, Sports editor
May 14, 2024
The WKU softball team gathers together before the start of the game against the University of Akron at the WKU Softball Complex on March 5, 2023. WKU won 5-0.

WKU softball’s season ends in walk off fashion

Jake McMahon, Sports editor
May 11, 2024
WKU Softball junior Randi Drinnon (7), swings at a pitch during WKU’s matchup against Northern Illinois University on Sunday, March 3, 2024 at the WKU Softball Complex. WKU won 11-2.

WKU Softball advances to C-USA championship game

Jake McMahon, Sports reporter
May 10, 2024
Conference-USA set to add Missouri State in 2025

Conference-USA set to add Missouri State in 2025

Jake McMahon, Sports editor
May 10, 2024
WKU utility player Brady Browning (15) is forced into a chase down by University of Louisville catcher Matt Klein (25) during a game on Tuesday, April 9, 2024.

WKU drops two games at UNC Asheville

Jake McMahon, Sports editor
May 6, 2024
WKU guard Brandon Newman (10) goes up for a field goal during a game in the Round of 64 against Marquette at the Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis on Friday, March 22, 2024.

Brandon Newman enters the transfer portal

Jake McMahon, Sports editor
April 16, 2024
WKU guard Dontaie Allen (11) drives the lane during a game in the Round of 64 against Marquette at the Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis on Friday, March 22, 2024

Dontaie Allen enters the transfer portal

Jake McMahon, Sports editor
April 11, 2024
Hank Plona (middle) accepts his jersey on Wednesday, April 3, 2024. Plona, former assistant coach of Hilltopper basketball, was announced as the new head coach of the WKU basketball program.

‘I look forward to being a steward of this program’: WKU hosts introductory press conference for new head coach Hank Plona

Jake McMahon, Sports editor
April 3, 2024
WKU mens basketball hires Hank Plona as next head coach

WKU mens basketball hires Hank Plona as next head coach

Jake McMahon, Sports editor
April 2, 2024
WKU head coach Steve Lutz yells out to his players during a game against NMSU held in the Diddle Arena on Feb. 17.

Steve Lutz rumored as candidate for Oklahoma State head coaching job

Jake McMahon, Sports editor
March 28, 2024
Western Kentucky University football team steps onto Feix Field in Houchens-Smith Stadium before the 2021 homecoming game against the Charlotte 49ers on Oct. 30.

‘I’m just excited to be in the game’: WKU football players speak on EA College Football 25

Jake McMahon, Sports editor
March 10, 2024
‘I think it’s money well spent’: WKU Director of Athletics Todd Stewart, President Caboni defend WKU Athletics spending

‘I think it’s money well spent’: WKU Director of Athletics Todd Stewart, President Caboni defend WKU Athletics spending

Jake McMahon and Ali Costellow
March 2, 2024
WKU subsidy of athletics tops $25 million in 2022-23, report says

WKU subsidy of athletics tops $25 million in 2022-23, report says

Jake McMahon, Sports editor
February 29, 2024
Junior guard Enoch Kalambay driving into the lane in WKU's 72-58 win against New Mexico State.

WKU mens basketball extends win streak to five

Jake McMahon, Sports editor
February 17, 2024
WKU mens basketball looks to extend win streak to five

WKU mens basketball looks to extend win streak to five

Jake McMahon, Sports editor
February 17, 2024
WKU head coach Steve Lutz ahead of a home game against Sam Houston University in the Diddle arena on Thursday, Feb. 1.

WKU mens basketball looks to stretch their win steak to three

Jake McMahon, Sports editor
February 10, 2024
WKU senior guard, Aaliyah Pitts, catches a pass during the game against UTEP in E.A. Diddle Arena on Saturday, Jan. 20, 2024. WKU won 66-65.

Lady Toppers lose at MTSU

Jake McMahon, Sports editor
February 3, 2024
Senior guard Khristian Lander (4) drives the ball past

Lander propels WKU over Abilene Christian with last second bucket

Jake McMahon, Sports Editor
December 30, 2023
Outside hitter Paige Briggs spikes the ball during the WKU Volleyball match against University of Arkansas at the E.A Diddle Arena in Bowling Green on Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2023.

Briggs headlines WKU’s AVCA honors

Jake McMahon, Sports editor
December 5, 2023
University of Delaware set to join Conference USA in 2025-26 season

University of Delaware set to join Conference USA in 2025-26 season

Jake McMahon, Sports Reporter
November 27, 2023
Sophomore guard Alexis Mead (3) attempts a two-point shot during the matchup with Charlotte on Thursday, Feb. 16, 2023, in E.A. Diddle Arena. WKU won 75-73.

WKU Women’s Basketball falls to Purdue Fort Wayne 90-77 in Gulf Case Showcase

Jake McMahon, Sports Reporter
November 26, 2023
Running back L.T. Sanders (7), left, and Easton Messer (8) pray before their game against Sam Houston State University at L.T Smith Stadium in Bowling Green on Saturday, Nov. 18, 2023.

WKU Football prepares for regular season finale against FIU

Jake McMahon, Sports Reporter
November 24, 2023
Defensive backs Talique Allen (11), left, and Anthony Johnson, Jr. (4) tackle running back Adrian Murdaugh during a game against Sam Houston State University at L.T Smith Stadium in Bowling Green on Saturday, Nov. 18, 2023.

WKU defeats Sam Houston to clinch bowl eligibility

Jake McMahon
November 18, 2023
A cheerleader runs with a WKU flag after the first touch down during a game against the University of South Florida at Smith Stadium in Bowling Green on Saturday, Sept. 2.

Home field advantage: WKU’s struggle to ‘pack the Houch’

Luke Edmonds and Jake McMahon
November 17, 2023
Quarterback Austin reed (16) middle celebrates his touchdown with wide receiver Dalvin Smith (17) during WKU’s homecoming game against New Mexico State University at L.T Smith Stadium in Bowling Green on Saturday, Nov. 11, 2023.

WKU Football prepares for Senior Day contest against Sam Houston State

Jake McMahon, Football Reporter
November 16, 2023
Guard Karris Allen (32) drives the lane during a game against the Mercer Bears in the Diddle arena on Monday, Nov. 6, 2023.

WKU Women’s Basketball moves to 2-0 on season

Jake McMahon, Sports Reporter
November 10, 2023
Under the dog pile, quarterback Austin Reed scores a touchdown during a game against Middle Tennessee State University at L.T Smith Stadium in Bowling Green on Thursday, Sept. 28, 2023.

WKU Football looks to bounce back at UTEP Saturday

Jake McMahon, Sports Reporter
November 3, 2023
Sophomore guard Alexis Mead (3) drives into the paint under heavy defense from UTEP during their matchup in E.A. Diddle Arena on Thursday, March 2, 2023. WKU won 62-59.

WKU Women’s Basketball opens 2023-2024 season with exhibition win

Jake McMahon, Sports Reporter
October 31, 2023
WKU head coach Greg Collins rallies the Lady Toppers ahead of their matchup with Charlotte in E.A. Diddle Arena on Thursday, Feb. 16, 2023. WKU won 75-73.

WKU Women’s Basketball prepares to open 2023-2024 season

Jake McMahon, Sports Reporter
October 31, 2023
Quarterback Austin Reed throws a pass during a game against Middle Tennesee State University at L.T Smith Stadium in Bowling Green on Thursday, Sept. 28, 2023.

WKU Football loss at Jacksonville State: A Breakdown

Jake McMahon, Football Reporter
October 19, 2023
Offensive line Vincent Murphy (64) snaps a ball to quarterback Austin Reed (16) on Sept. 28, 2023, at L.T. Smith Stadium during the matchup with MTSU.

WKU Football loses to Jacksonville State on last-second field goal

Jake McMahon, Football Reporter
October 17, 2023
WKU linebackers Bryson Washington (20) and Devon Lynch (51) celebrate during the game against MTSU on Sept. 28, 2023 at L.T. Smith Stadium.

WKU Football prepares for Tuesday contest at Jacksonville State

Jake McMahon, Football Reporter
October 15, 2023
Wide Receiver Malachi Corley attempts to dodge two MTSU defenders during a home game at L.T Smith Stadium in Bowling Green on Thursday, Sept. 28, 2023.

Malachi Corley takes home multiple honors with strong performance at LaTech

Jake McMahon, Football Reporter
October 9, 2023
Running back Elijah Young #3 jumps over MTSU safety Tra Fluellen to score a touchdown during a game at L.T Smith Stadium in Bowling Green on Thursday, Sept. 28, 2023. WKU won 31-10.

WKU Football defeats MTSU 31-10

Jake McMahon, Football Reporter
September 28, 2023
Sophomore wide receiver Jimmy Holiday (6) and junior offensive lineman Mark Goode (76) celebrate after a touchdown during WKU’s game against Houston Christian on Saturday, Sept. 9, 2023. WKU won 52-22.

WKU Football looks to bounce back against MTSU after two straight losses

Jake McMahon, Football Reporter
September 26, 2023
Redshirt senior running back Davion Ervin-Poindexter (2) carries the ball under defense during the game between WKU and Houston Christian on Saturday, Sept. 9, 2023. WKU won 52-22.

WKU Football prepares to head to Troy

Jake McMahon, Football Reporter
September 20, 2023
Junior wide receiver Denzil Alleyne (82) catches a pass in the end zone and scores a touchdown during a game against Houston Christian on Sept. 9, 2023.

WKU Football at no. 6 Ohio St: A Breakdown

Jake McMahon, Football Reporter
September 18, 2023
Junior wide receiver Dalvin Smith (17) runs the ball down the field during a game against Houston Christian on Sept. 9, 2023.

WKU Football falls to Ohio St 63-10

Jake McMahon, Football Reporter
September 16, 2023
Head coach Greg Collins calls to his players during the women's basketball game against Marshall on Thursday, Feb. 20, 2021. The Lady Toppers defeated the Thundering Herd 79-65.

WKU Women’s Basketball announces 2023-2024 non-conference schedule

Jake McMahon, Sports Reporter
September 15, 2023
Redshirt senior quarterback Austin Reed throws the ball during WKU’s game against Houston Christian on Saturday, Sept. 9, 2023. WKU won 52-22.

WKU Football Prepares for battle against no. 6 Ohio State

Jake McMahon, Football Reporter
September 14, 2023
Cheerleaders wave red towels and cheer during a game against University of South Florida at Smith Stadium in Bowling Green, Ky. on Saturday, Sept. 2, 2023.

WKU Football prepares for guarantee games

Jake McMahon, Football Reporter
September 9, 2023
Junior linebacker JaQues Evans (3) celebrates after a touchdown during the contest against South Florida at L.T. Smith Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 2, 2023. WKU won against South Florida 41-24.

Tyson Helton, Hilltoppers pleased with 1-0 start

Jake McMahon, Football Reporter
September 4, 2023
Wide receiver Moussa Barry falls into the end zone for a touchdown against University of South Florida at Smith Stadium in Bowling Green, Ky. on Saturday, Sept. 2, 2023.

WKU Football defeats USF 41-24 in season opener

Jake McMahon, Football Reporter
September 2, 2023
WKU Soccer celebrates a goal against the University of Texas at El Paso in a 1-0 win. Sept. 22, 2022.

WKU Soccer draws with North Alabama

Jake McMahon, Sports Reporter
September 1, 2023
Head Coach Tyson Helton on the field for the first day of camp at Houchens-Smith Stadium in 2020.

WKU Football prepares for opening contest against USF

Jake McMahon, Football Reporter
August 30, 2023
The WKU Hilltoppers football team heads on to Feix Field ahead of their match with Troy on Saturday, Oct. 1, 2022 in Bowling Green, Ky. WKU lost 34-27.

WKU Football supporting officer injured on duty

Jake McMahon, Football Reporter
August 29, 2023
Western Kentucky University Hilltoppers women’s soccer team celebrates a 1-0 victory against the University of Kentucky Wildcats Wednesday evening, Sept. 1, 2022, at the WKU Soccer Complex in Bowling Green, Ky.

WKU Soccer begins 2023 season with a win and two draws

Jake McMahon, Sports Reporter
August 25, 2023
President Timothy Caboni, Steve Lutz, the new head coach of the men’s basketball team and Director of Athletics Todd Stewart in the Jack and Jackie Harbaugh Stadium Club building on Monday, March 20, 2023. Lutz made the move to WKU from Texas A&M Corpus Christi.

Lutz fills out WKU Men’s Basketball staff with two new hires

Jake McMahon, Sports Reporter
August 23, 2023
Western Kentucky University Hilltoppers quarterback Austin Reed (16) celebrates a touchdown with his teammates during their match against the Troy University Trojans Saturday evening, Oct. 1, 2022 on Jimmy Feix Field on the WKU campus in Bowling Green, Ky. Hilltoppers fell to the Trojans 34-27.

Austin Reed leads Tops into season with high expectations

Jake McMahon, Football reporter
August 23, 2023
WKU redshirt junior outfielder Ty Crittenberger (3) makes a swing during the first round of a double-header against the NIU Huskies Saturday, March. 4, 2023 at Nick Denes Field. WKU won the first match 9-8.

WKU Baseball mounts comeback to advance in C-USA Tournament

Jake McMahon
May 26, 2023
Senior Katie Isenbarger competes in high-jump during day one of Western Kentucky University’s Hilltopper Relays Friday, April 1, 2022 at the Charles M. Ruter Track and Field Complex in Bowling Green, Kentucky.

Isenbarger claims gold at C-USA Championship

Jake McMahon
May 15, 2023
The WKU softball team gathers together before the start of the game against the University of Akron at the WKU Softball Complex on March 5, 2023. WKU won 5-0.

WKU Softball ends season at C-USA Championship

Jake McMahon
May 12, 2023
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