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Jake Moore, Sports Editor for the Herald, is a junior from Louisville, Kentucky. He is majoring in journalism and minoring in broadcasting and sociology. He is a third-generation Cleveland Browns and Cincinnati Reds fan.

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WKU Hilltoppers senior middle hitter Katie Isenbarger (20) leaps for a block against MTSU Blue Raiders redshirt sophomore middle blocker Dasia Smith (8) Friday evening, Oct. 15 of 2021 during a match WKU won 3-0 in Diddle Arena.

Hilltoppers earn record 39th consecutive C-USA victory, 11th sweep in a row against Blue Raiders

October 16, 2021
The WKU Hilltoppers celebrate after a point against the MTSU Blue Raiders on Friday, Oct. 15 of 2021 during a match WKU won 3-0 in Diddle Arena.

Hilltoppers stave off MTSU’s third-set comeback, take 10th sweep in a row

October 15, 2021
WKU junior infielder TJ Webster encourages fifth-year pitcher Shelby Nunn during WKUs exhibition doubleheader against Austin Peay on Oct. 12, 2021.

WKU’s revamped softball roster looking ahead to 2022

October 15, 2021
WKU Golf junior Luke Fuller came home tied for 32nd place after competing in the Georgia State Invitational on Oct. 11-12.

Hilltoppers close Georgia State Invitational with 11th-place finish

October 13, 2021
WKU Golf junior Luke Fuller came home tied for 32nd place after competing in the Georgia State Invitational on Oct. 11-12.

Fuller shoots hole-in-one, WKU sits in 10th at Georgia State Invitational

October 12, 2021
Florida Atlantic players celebrate the Don Shula Award with their fans after defeating Florida International 58-21 in the Shula Bowl in Boca Raton on October 2, 2021.

Keeping up with C-USA: Owls take Shula Bowl, Roadrunners stay perfect

October 7, 2021
WKU middle hitter Lauren Matthews (5) celebrates with her teammates during WKUs victory over Notre Dame on Aug. 27, 2021. Matthews reached the 1,000 kills milestone during the match.

WKU earns seventh sweep in a row, Matthews dominates against FIU

October 1, 2021
WKU Hilltoppers senior middle hitter Katie Isenbarger (20) pauses for a moment at the net during the volleyball game against the Ole Miss Rebels on the evening of Sept. 10, 2021, at Diddle Arena.

‘We are anything but on vacation’- Hilltoppers fly to face FIU this weekend

September 30, 2021
WKU Golf junior Luke Fuller came home tied for 32nd place after competing in the Georgia State Invitational on Oct. 11-12.

WKU finishes Graeme McDowell Invitational in 11th place

September 29, 2021
Students tailgate in Topperville, the new student tailgating area, on WKUs campus before the first home football game on Saturday against Indiana University.

WKU vs Indiana: What students need to know for gameday

September 24, 2021
WKU freshman Dayvion McKnight makes his way over to the Hilltopper sideline during their game at MTSU on Jan. 24, 2021. McKnight was held scoreless in game two on Sunday. 

WKU’s non-conference slate announced, Hilltoppers to play record-tying 18 home games

September 23, 2021
Illustration by Alex Cox

Rushing the exit doors: Who is leaving C-USA?

September 20, 2021
WKU Tennis sophomore Samantha Martinez was a perfect 3-0 in singles play during the Butler Invitational in Indianapolis, Indiana on Oct. 2-3.

WKU Tennis starts year off strong at UC/Pam Whitehead Invitational

September 19, 2021
WKU senior Laura Bernardos went 6-7 in singles play and 6-8 in doubles across the 2020 tennis season.

WKU Tennis to return at UC/Pam Whitehead Invitational

September 16, 2021
Members of the 2001 WKU Football roster shared what they experienced as a team on 9/11.

20 years on: WKU Football alumni recall program’s response to tragedy

September 10, 2021
Fifth-year setter Nadia Dieudonne sets up an attack during WKUs match against Samford on Sept. 10, 2021.

Hilltoppers off to 7-0 start, sweep Samford in home opener

September 10, 2021
WKU defender Avery Jacobsen (12) chases after the ball during a home game against Southern Miss on Saturday, Sept. 21, 2019. The Lady Toppers won the game in a double-overtime thriller.

WKU Soccer off to best start in program history, shuts out Belmont 1-0 in Nashville

September 9, 2021
Vaccines are available throughout Bowling Green at different Walgreens locations, CVS Pharmacies, and the Medical Center at Bowling Green. Many places allow people to make appointments online.

Conference USA reveals COVID-19 forfeit policies

September 8, 2021
WKU senior Kenlie Barrett, a transfer from Sam Houston State, finished the Paladin Invitational tied for 27th place after shooting a 7-over 223.

WKU records pair of top-15 finishes at USA Intercollegiate

September 6, 2021
WKUs Dedrick Troxell placed 17th in the mens side of the Memphis Twilight Classic on Sept. 4, 2021.

Both WKU cross country programs earn top-10 finishes in Memphis Twilight Classic

September 5, 2021
WKU freshman Faith Martin sits in 49th place after two days of competition at the USA Intercollegiate.

WKU in 10th, Barrett one shot behind top ten after second day at USA Intercollegiate

September 5, 2021
Bowling Green Parks and Recreation and WKU Campus Recreation and Wellness are teaming up to bring adaptive sports to students.

Adaptive sports program to offer WKU students a unique athletic perspective

September 3, 2021
WKU sophomore wide receiver Stephon Brown dances in a circle of his teammates while celebrating WKU’s win over the Kentucky Wildcats at LP Field in Nashville, Tennessee.

Ranking the most important WKU football teams of all time

September 1, 2021
WKU middle hitter Lauren Matthews (5) celebrates with her teammates during WKUs victory over Notre Dame on Aug. 27, 2021. Matthews reached the 1,000 kills milestone during the match.

Share the love: appreciating other sports during football season

September 1, 2021
Vaccines are available throughout Bowling Green at different Walgreens locations, CVS Pharmacies, and the Medical Center at Bowling Green. Many places allow people to make appointments online.

75% of WKU student-athletes, 88% of Athletics staff vaccinated

August 31, 2021
Hilltoppers add veteran experience, sign Cincinnati guard Williams

Hilltoppers add veteran experience, sign Cincinnati guard Williams

August 25, 2021
WKU Volleyball fifth years Hallie Shelton (left) and Kayland Jackson (right) address the media during media day on Aug. 23, 2021.

Volleyball media day: Hilltoppers gear up for second season in same calendar year

August 23, 2021

What you missed: WKU Athletics’ busy summer, what you need to know for fall

August 23, 2021
Dr. Joseph Case is a sports psychologist and the director of TOPCARE, a program that provides WKU student-athletes with resources to help tackle mental health issues.

‘It’s OK right now to not be OK’ – A peek inside mental health care in the world of WKU Athletics

August 23, 2021
Junior forward Katie Erwin keeps the ball away from a defender during the Hilltoppers season opener against Austin Peay on Aug. 19, 2021. Erwin would score a goal and provide an assist during the match.

Lady Toppers open fall season with 2-0 shutout of Austin Peay

August 19, 2021
Western Kentucky head coach Rick Stansbury instructing Josh Anderson (4) against Louisville during their game at the KFC Yum! Center in Louisville, Ky. on Dec. 1, 2020.

WKU-South Carolina multi-year series pushed back

August 19, 2021
Head coach Travis Hudson talks with the WKU volleyball team during its intrasquad scrimmage on Aug. 14, 2021 at Diddle Arena.

Volleyball returns to the Hill with preseason scrimmage

August 14, 2021
WKU Volleyball team celebrates during their game against Evansville on Sunday, Jan. 31, 2021 in Diddle Arena.

WKU Volleyball to host free intrasquad scrimmage

August 12, 2021
WKU Baseball welcomes assistant coach Tim Donnelly

WKU Baseball welcomes assistant coach Tim Donnelly

August 9, 2021
WKU adds Georgia Tech transfer Oliver

WKU adds Georgia Tech transfer Oliver

August 6, 2021
WKU defensive end DeAngelo Malone (10) tackles Army quarterback Kelvin Hopkins Jr. after a gain of 5 yards on Armys 33 yard line. The Hilltoppers defeated the Black knights 17-8 at Houchens-Smith Stadium on October 12, 2019.

WKU’s Zappe, Malone tabbed for preseason award watch lists

August 5, 2021
The WKU womens tennis team practices on the newly constructed tennis courts at South Campus. The courts are intended for use by the WKU tennis team and intramural sports.

WKU Tennis schedule set, features three tournaments

August 5, 2021
WKU’s head coach Rick Stansbury yells during the Charlotte v WKU basketball game on Feb 22, 2020 in Diddle Arena. The Hilltoppers were defeated 72-20.

Hilltoppers to play in inaugural Asheville Championship

August 4, 2021
Offensive lineman Mason Brooks (left), offensive coordinator Zach Kittley (center) and quarterback Bailey Zappe (right) field questions from reporters during WKUs media day.

WKU Football media day recap: Zappe to start, team anticipates exciting schedule

August 3, 2021
WKU sophomore center guard Charles Bassey smiles during the exhibition basketball game between Kentucky State and WKU in Diddle Arena on November 2, 2019. WKU won 85-45.

Former Hilltopper Bassey selected by Philadelphia 76ers in 2021 NBA Draft

July 29, 2021
Both Hilltopper track and field teams earn USTFCCCA All-Academic honors

Both Hilltopper track and field teams earn USTFCCCA All-Academic honors

July 29, 2021
Redshirt sophomore kicker Brayden Narveson celebrates a field goal at Florida Atlantic. The Hilltoppers fell to the Owls 10-6 in Boca Raton, Florida on Nov. 7, 2020. 

Narveson, Haggerty III both land on award watch lists

July 28, 2021
Two-time FCS All-American WR Wilson transfers home

Two-time FCS All-American WR Wilson transfers home

July 27, 2021
Softball Canada, former Hilltopper Franklin earn bronze at Tokyo Olympics

Softball Canada, former Hilltopper Franklin earn bronze at Tokyo Olympics

July 27, 2021
Hilltoppers welcome Bowling Green native Bush to softball roster

Hilltoppers welcome Bowling Green native Bush to softball roster

July 21, 2021
The WKU volleyball team after arriving back on campus on April 4, 2021 from the C-USA Championship match against Rice.

WKU Volleyball earns USMC/AVCA Team Academic Award for 15th consecutive year

July 20, 2021
WKU pitcher, Kennedy Sullivan (4) hits a walk off hit in the 9th inning during the game against Kentucky on Wednesday, March 24, 2021.

2021 C-USA Softball Championship MVP Sullivan to transfer to UK

July 15, 2021
Senior punter John Haggerty punting during spring practice on April 6, 2021. 

WKU Football’s Jones, Haggerty III become CoSIDA Academic All-Americans

July 12, 2021
WKU mourns loss of All-American David Carter

WKU mourns loss of All-American David Carter

July 11, 2021
Former Hilltopper Franklin to represent WKU Softball at 2020 Tokyo Olympics

Former Hilltopper Franklin to represent WKU Softball at 2020 Tokyo Olympics

July 8, 2021
Sioux Falls, SD - Nov. 25: Dayvion Mcknight #20 of the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers brings the ball up court against the Northern Iowa Panthers during the Bad Boy Mowers Crossover Classic at the Sanford Pentagon.

WKU to face Memphis, Alabama State in 2021-22 non-conference play

July 8, 2021
Three more former Hilltoppers headed to 2020 Tokyo Olympics

Three more former Hilltoppers headed to 2020 Tokyo Olympics

July 6, 2021
WKU guard Josh Anderson (4) celebrates after making a basket at the Charlotte v WKU basketball game on Feb 22, 2020 in Diddle Arena. The Hilltoppers were defeated 72-20.

WKU’s 2021-22 C-USA schedule released

July 2, 2021
Three-star 2022 QB Veltkamp commits to WKU

Three-star 2022 QB Veltkamp commits to WKU

July 1, 2021
WKU outfielder, Paige Carter (26) led the game off with a homerun during the game against Kentucky on Wednesday, March 24, 2021.

WKU Softball’s Carter named to 2021 CoSIDA Academic All-District II Team

July 1, 2021
Hilltoppers to play in 2021 Holiday Hoopsgiving at State Farm Arena

Hilltoppers to play in 2021 Holiday Hoopsgiving at State Farm Arena

July 1, 2021
The WKU womens tennis team practices on the newly constructed tennis courts at South Campus. The courts are intended for use by the WKU tennis team and intramural sports.

WKU Tennis announces five signings for upcoming season

June 30, 2021
WKU Athletics unveils CLIMB program to help student-athletes build NIL brands

WKU Athletics unveils ‘CLIMB’ program to help student-athletes build NIL brands

June 29, 2021
Former Hilltopper Jessica Ramsey headed to Tokyo Olympics

Former Hilltopper Jessica Ramsey headed to Tokyo Olympics

June 25, 2021
Beshear executive order requires Kentucky colleges to allow athletes to profit off of name, image, likeness

Beshear executive order requires Kentucky colleges to allow athletes to profit off of name, image, likeness

June 24, 2021
WKU Softball signs Louisiana transfer Bailey Curry

WKU Softball signs Louisiana transfer Bailey Curry

June 18, 2021
Zach Kittley was introduced as WKUs new offensive coordinator on Dec. 14, 2020 following the end of the regular season. Kittley most recently coached at Houston Baptist and Texas Tech. 

WKU OC Zach Kittley and the road that led him to the Hill

June 17, 2021
WKU Football signs JUCO transfer offensive tackle Michael Ondelacey

WKU Football signs JUCO transfer offensive tackle Michael Ondelacey

June 16, 2021
WKU Lady topper forward Ansley Cate (20) advance towards the box while being defended by Louisiana Tech Forward Kaylee Zettler (22) during the game at the WKU Soccer Complex on Sunday Sept. 29, 2019.

Lady Topper Cate earns C-USA 2021 Spring Spirit of Service Award

June 15, 2021
The WKU Soccer team huddled up before the game against Marshall Thursday, March 18, 2021 at the WKU Soccer Complex. 

Trio of Hilltoppers earns USC Player of Distinction awards

June 14, 2021
The Lady Toppers celebrate a point scored by freshman Paige Briggs (1) during Sunday’s game in Diddle Arena. Briggs had a total of 10 kills, five blocks, five digs, one ace and ended the game with a .320 hitting percentage.

Briggs named to 2021 CoSIDA Academic All-District II Team

June 10, 2021
Senior punter John Haggerty punting during spring practice on April 6, 2021. 

Haggerty III, Jones named to 2021 CoSIDA Academic All-District II Team

June 10, 2021
Hilltoppers sign JUCO transfer Darrius Miles

Hilltoppers sign JUCO transfer Darrius Miles

June 10, 2021
Lady Toppers to join 2021 Preseason WNIT

Lady Toppers to join 2021 Preseason WNIT

June 10, 2021
WKU President Timothy Caboni held a press conference on May 28, where he outlined how the fall 2020 semester will look with the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.

WKU President Caboni named Vice Chair of C-USA Executive Committee

June 9, 2021
C-USA Volleyball Player of the Year Award renamed to honor late Alyssa Cavanaugh

C-USA Volleyball Player of the Year Award renamed to honor late Alyssa Cavanaugh

June 9, 2021
WKU officially announces signing of Maryland transfer Jairus Hamilton

WKU officially announces signing of Maryland transfer Jairus Hamilton

June 7, 2021
Jaylen Butz

DePaul transfer Jaylen Butz commits to WKU

June 4, 2021
WKU Hilltopper Josh Anderson (4) checks the instant replay after a foul call during their game against Old Dominion on March 5, 2021.

WKU Basketball’s Josh Anderson returns to the Hill for 2021-22

June 3, 2021
Western Kentucky head coach Rick Stansbury instructing Josh Anderson (4) against Louisville during their game at the KFC Yum! Center in Louisville, Ky. on Dec. 1, 2020.

WKU Basketball to begin multi-year series with South Carolina

June 2, 2021
WKU Track & Field at C-USA Outdoor Championships

WKU Track & Field season ends, Mosley, Williams narrowly miss spot in NCAA Championships

May 27, 2021
WKU outfielder, Taylor Davis (6) celebrates after making a diving catch during the game against Kentucky on Wednesday, March 24, 2021.

A look back at WKU Softball’s triumphant 2021 season

May 26, 2021
Start times for WKU Footballs CBS games announced

Start times for WKU Football’s CBS games announced

May 26, 2021
WKU midfielder Ambere Barnett (15) dribbles the ball upfield agents Belmont during the season opener at the WKU Soccer Complex on Thursday, Aug. 22, 2019.

Barnett named to United Soccer Coaches Scholar All-America Team

May 26, 2021
Grays bat, outfield defense earn All-Conference Second Team nod

Gray’s bat, outfield defense earn All-Conference Second Team nod

May 25, 2021
Graduates wave their red towels near the end of the Potter College of Arts & Letters and University College commencement ceremony Saturday at Diddle Arena.

WKU student-athletes set new cumulative GPA record, succeeding both on and off the field

May 24, 2021
WKUs season comes to an end after 12-inning bout with Duke

WKU’s season comes to an end after 12-inning bout with Duke

May 22, 2021
WKU Softball falls to Georgia 11-3 in run-rule defeat, enters Athens Regional consolation bracket

WKU Softball falls to Georgia 11-3 in run-rule defeat, enters Athens Regional consolation bracket

May 21, 2021
WKU’s head coach Rick Stansbury yells during the Charlotte v WKU basketball game on Feb 22, 2020 in Diddle Arena. The Hilltoppers were defeated 72-20.

Maryland transfer Jairus Hamilton commits to WKU

May 21, 2021
WKU outfielders Paige Carter (26) and Kennedy Sullivan (4) high five after they made two consecutive runs together in one play during the WKU v MTSU softball game on Mar. 6, 2020 at the WKU Softball Complex. The Hilltoppers won 3-1.

Carter, Sullivan earn NFCA All-Region honors

May 20, 2021
Senior Marlowe Mosley running in the 2020 Conference USA Indoor Track and Field Championships on Feb. 22, 2020 at the Birmingham Crossplex.

Williams and Mosely qualify for NCAA East Preliminary, Mosley and Barton earn All-Conference honors

May 20, 2021
Freshman Nicole Ogorek attempts a pole vault at the Hilltopper Relays on April 6 at the Ruter Track and Field Complex. Ogorek placed 8th.

WKU Track & Field’s Ogorek earns C-USA All-Academic Team honors

May 19, 2021
Amy Tudor (Provided)

Tudor, Nunn preview upcoming Athens Regional

May 18, 2021
Graduate Marlowe Mosley running on Feb. 7, 2021 at the Jaguar Invitational. Mosley claimed the 400-meter title in the third event of the spring. 

WKU Track & Field ends C-USA Championships with pair of podiums

May 16, 2021
WKU draws no. 13 Duke, Georgia, UNC Greensboro in 2021 NCAA Softball Tournament regional

WKU draws no. 13 Duke, Georgia, UNC Greensboro in 2021 NCAA Softball Tournament regional

May 16, 2021
WKU defeats UAB 13-4 to win 2021 Conference USA Softball Championship

WKU defeats UAB 13-4 to win 2021 Conference USA Softball Championship

May 15, 2021
WKU advances to Conference USA Softball Championship title game

WKU advances to Conference USA Softball Championship title game

May 14, 2021
WKU Track & Fields (left) Alexis Williams, (middle) Brett Bannon, and (right) Grace Turner earned individual event titles on Saturday at the Samford Invitational at the Birmingham Crossplex.

WKU Track & Field turns attention to Outdoor Championships

May 13, 2021
WKU midfielder, Ambere Barnett (15) during the game against Louisville on Saturday, March 27, 2021

Barnett becomes first All-American in Lady Topper Soccer history

May 13, 2021
WKU falls to no. 1 seed North Texas 4-1, enters consolation bracket

WKU falls to no. 1 seed North Texas 4-1, enters consolation bracket

May 13, 2021
New graduates wave their red towels after receiving their diplomas during the commencement ceremony for WKUs University College and Potter College of Arts and Letters Saturday May 16, 2015, at E.A. Diddle Arena in Bowling Green, Ky.

66 Hilltoppers earn C-USA Commissioner’s Academic Medal, new program best

May 13, 2021
WKU softball players stand on the foul line during the national anthem before the game against UAB Saturday, March 20, 2021.

WKU downs UTSA 3-2, advances to play no. 1 seed North Texas

May 12, 2021
WKU women’s soccer player Katie Erwin (13) celebrates with her teammate Ambere Barnett (15) after a big goal to put Western up two goals against their opponent FIU after their game on March 4, 2021.

Four Lady Toppers earn United Soccer Coaches All-Regional Team honors, a program record

May 12, 2021
Graduates wave their red towels near the end of the Potter College of Arts & Letters and University College commencement ceremony Saturday at Diddle Arena.

208 Hilltoppers named to C-USA Commissioner’s Honor Roll, new program record

May 12, 2021
The WKU softball team cheers from the dugout after a successful bunt from Kennedy Sullivan against North Texas on Sunday. The Hilltoppers went on to win 8-0, advancing their conference record to 12-3.

Six Hilltoppers named to Conference USA Softball All-Conference Second Team

May 11, 2021
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