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Junior forward Raneem Elgedawy (15) battles with Belmont senior forward Maddie Wright (55) during the Lady Toppers' game against Belmont in Diddle Arena on Wednesday, Nov. 13 in Bowling Green.

Raneem Elgedawy, Dee Givens fill stat sheet for Lady Toppers in 7th home win

Jesse Spencer
January 31, 2020
Sophomore guard Meral Abdelgawad (40) receives some feedback from WKU women's basketball head coach Greg Collins during the Lady Toppers' game against Belmont in Diddle Arena on Wednesday, Nov. 13 in Bowling Green.

Lady Toppers maintain good C-USA standing despite inconsistency over winter break

Jesse Spencer
January 28, 2020
Redshirt junior guard Dee Givens takes a shot during the Lady Toppers' 85-55 victory over Marshall at Diddle Arena on Saturday.

Lady Toppers complete late comeback, outscore Marshall 22-7 in final 6 minutes

Jesse Spencer
January 25, 2020
WKU forward Raneem Elgedawy (15) and guard Meral Abdelgawad (40) await their names to be called in player introductions. The Lady Toppers defeated the CMU Chippewas 93 - 58 in Diddle Arena on Sunday, November 17 2019.

Raneem Elgedawy, Meral Abdelgawad propel Lady Toppers to gritty road win at Charlotte

Jesse Spencer
January 18, 2020
Junior guard Whitney Creech drives the lane during the Lady Toppers' 74-60 win over Old Dominion in the quarterfinals of the Conference USA tournament in Frisco, Texas.

Lady Toppers open road trip with loss at Old Dominion, dip below .500 in league action

Jesse Spencer
January 17, 2020
WKU Ladytopper Raneem Elgedawy (15) drives through the key looking to put the ball into the hole past Middle Tennessee State University defender Alex Johnson at E.A. Diddle Arena March 7 in Bowling Green. Elgedawy helped the Ladytoppers best the Lady Raiders 67-56 with 14 points, 8 rebounds and 2 assists.

Lady Toppers conquer rival MTSU, move to .500 overall record in C-USA play

Jesse Spencer
January 11, 2020
WKU foward Dee Givens (4) use the screen from Fatou Pouye (12) to dribble toward the top of the key. The Lady Hilltoppers defeated Little Rock 77-58 on November 24, 2019 at E.A. Diddle Arena.

Lady Toppers snag 1st C-USA win, halt 3-game losing skid in triumphant return to Diddle Arena

Jesse Spencer
January 9, 2020
Sophomore guard Meral Abdelgawad (40) receives some feedback from WKU women's basketball head coach Greg Collins during the Lady Toppers' game against Belmont in Diddle Arena on Wednesday, Nov. 13 in Bowling Green.

Lady Toppers fall short at North Texas, open C-USA play with 2nd straight defeat

Jesse Spencer
January 3, 2020
WKU forward Raneem Elgedawy jumps for the tip to open the game. The Lady Toppers defeated the Chippewas 93 - 58 in Diddle Arena on Sunday, November 17 2019.

C-USA sets final conference games for Lady Toppers

Jesse Spencer
December 20, 2019
WKU senior guard Kenny Cooper looks toward the floor while his team warms up to play against the Cardinals. The Cardinals defeated the Hilltoppers 71-54 in Bridgestone Arena on Sunday, Nov. 17, 2019, in Nashville.

‘I had every expectation of playing this season’: Kenny Cooper addresses denial of NCAA eligibility waiver

Jesse Spencer
December 19, 2019
WKU Coach Greg Collins reacts to a call. The Lady Toppers defeated the Chippewas 93 - 58 in Diddle Arena on Sunday, November 17 2019.

Lady Toppers conclude non-conference play with blowout loss at Power 5 Purdue

Jesse Spencer
December 18, 2019
WKU Guard Whitney Creech (5) drives to basket while being guarded by Kentucky Wesleyan forward Keelie Lamb (14). The Lady Toppers defeated the Panthers 72-60 in Diddle Arena on Thursday October 31.

Whitney Creech scores career-high 26 points, paces Lady Toppers in road victory at Samford

Jesse Spencer
December 15, 2019
WKU redshirt senior forward Dee Givens (4) drives the ball down the floor with Chippewa junior forward Kyra Bussell (50) trailing her during the Lady Toppers' game against Central Michigan in Diddle Arena on Sunday, Nov. 17 in Bowling Green.

Dee Givens becomes 5th Lady Topper ever named to NCAA’s Weekly Starting Five

Jesse Spencer
December 12, 2019
WKU forward Sandra Skinner battles for the ball to gain possession and start the fast break. The Lady Toppers defeated Little Rock 77-58 on November 24, 2019 at E.A. Diddle Arena.

Lady Toppers set to face 5-game road trip after home matchup with Oklahoma

Jesse Spencer
December 3, 2019
Junior forward Raneem Elgedawy (15) attempts a free throw during the Lady Toppers' game against Belmont in Diddle Arena on Wednesday, Nov. 13 in Bowling Green.

Raneem Elgedawy named C-USA Player of the Week

Jesse Spencer
December 2, 2019
Junior forward Raneem Elgedawy (15) battles with Belmont senior forward Ellie Harmeyer (30) during the Lady Toppers' game against Belmont in Diddle Arena on Wednesday, Nov. 13 in Bowling Green.

Lady Toppers fall to Gaels in overtime, conclude play in Saint Mary’s Thanksgiving Classic

Jesse Spencer
December 1, 2019
Junior forward Raneem Elgedawy (15) battles with Belmont senior forward Maddie Wright (55) during the Lady Toppers' game against Belmont in Diddle Arena on Wednesday, Nov. 13 in Bowling Green.

Lady Toppers win 5th straight, defeat Tulsa in Saint Mary’s Thanksgiving Classic

Jesse Spencer
November 29, 2019
WKU junior forward Raneem Elgedawy (15) defends Little Rock junior guard Tori Lasker (5) during the Lady Toppers' game against Little Rock in Diddle Arena on Sunday, Nov. 24 in Bowling Green.

Lady Toppers play big against Little Rock, pick up 4th win over 2019 NCAA Tournament team

Jesse Spencer
November 24, 2019
WKU forward Dee Givens (4) shoots the ball over Central Michigan forward Gabrielle Bird (33). The Lady Toppers defeated the Chippewas 93 - 58 in Diddle Arena on Sunday, November 17 2019.

Whitney Creech, Sherry Porter guide Lady Toppers to 3-1 start

Jesse Spencer
November 19, 2019
WKU senior guard Whitney Creech (5) pulls up for a shot in a crowd of Chippewas during the Lady Toppers' game against Central Michigan in Diddle Arena on Sunday, Nov. 17 in Bowling Green.

Lady Toppers blast Central Michigan, cruise to 35-point home victory

Jesse Spencer
November 17, 2019
Redshirt senior forward Dee Givens (4) drives toward the basket during the Lady Toppers' game against Belmont in Diddle Arena on Wednesday, Nov. 13 in Bowling Green.

Lady Toppers dominate Belmont, claim first home win of regular season

Jesse Spencer
November 14, 2019
Lady Topper basketball coach Greg Collins takes a moment during the first USA conference WKU's 102-80 loss against Louisville on Tuesday Nov. 6, at E.A. Diddle Arena.

Lady Toppers address offensive struggles during early-season road trip

Jesse Spencer
November 12, 2019
WKU sophomore forward Raneem Elgedawy fades away her jumper over Old Dominion Maggie Robinson in day two of the C-USA Women's Tournament at the Ford Center at The Star March 14 in Frisco, Texas. Elgedawy crushed the boards with 15 rebounds and wiped the paint with 20 points in the 74-60 Hilltopper victory. [HERALD/ Joseph Barkoff]

Lady Toppers down Mercer for first win of season

Jesse Spencer
November 9, 2019
Lady topper sophomore Sherry Porter (25) attempts to shoot for two as she defended by Louisville forward Junior Kylee Shook (21) during the Lady Toppers' 102-80 loss in the first USA conference game against Louisville University on Tuesday Nov, 6, at the E.A. Diddle Arena.

Lady Toppers open regular season with loss at No. 9 Louisville

Jesse Spencer
November 6, 2019
Sophomore guard Meral Abdelgawad (40) awaits the helping hands of her teammate senior guard Whitney Creech (5) after getting fouled on a layup during the Lady Toppers' game against Kentucky Wesleyan in Diddle Arena on Thursday, Oct. 31 in Bowling Green.

Lady Toppers looking to correct mistakes before regular season

Jesse Spencer
November 5, 2019
Sophomore guard Meral Abdelgawad (40) awaits the helping hands of her teammate senior guard Whitney Creech (5) after getting fouled on a layup during the Lady Toppers' game against Kentucky Wesleyan in Diddle Arena on Thursday, Oct. 31 in Bowling Green.

Lady Toppers overcome sloppy start, defeat D-II opponent Kentucky Wesleyan in exhibition

Jesse Spencer
November 1, 2019
Sophomore Guard Meral Abdelgawad (40) dribbles up the court in response to a turnover by the white team during Hilltopper Hysteria on Oct. 17th, 2019 in Diddle Arena.

Hilltopper Hysteria: Lady Toppers showcase experienced group

Jesse Spencer
October 22, 2019
WKU forward Raneem Elgedawy puts up a shot against Middle Tennessee State's Alex Johnson at the Murphy Center on Thursday, during the Lady Toppers' 81-69 loss.

Lady Toppers picked 3rd in C-USA, two players named to all-preseason team

Jesse Spencer
October 16, 2019
Anthony Winchester

All-time greats: Former student-athletes to be inducted into WKU Athletic Hall of Fame

Jesse Spencer
October 15, 2019
WKU's wide receiver Taywan Taylor (2) tries to get around University of Miami (Ohio) defensive back Marshall Taylor (21) during the Hilltoppers' 56-14 win against the University of Miami (Ohio) on Sept. 26, 2015 at Smith Stadium. Harrison Hill/HERALD

7 former Hilltoppers make NFL rosters

Jesse Spencer
September 3, 2019
A vehicle pulls into the Pearce Ford Lot on April 9. Part of the budget council's recent recommendations could be driving up the price of parking passes next semester.

Parking and transportation changes for Thursday’s home football game

Jesse Spencer
August 28, 2019
WKU's sophomore center Raneem Elgedawy drives to the hoop with two Southern Mississippi defenders holding hands to block her attempt in Diddle Arena on Jan. 24.  HERALD/ Joseph Barkoff

Lady Toppers announce full 2019-20 schedule

Jesse Spencer
August 16, 2019
Big Red urges the crowd to rise to its feet in support of WKU during the second half of WKU's game vs MTSU in Diddle Arena. 

WKU athletics, PBS expand Hilltopper Sports Satellite Network coverage

Jesse Spencer
July 24, 2019
WKU guard Meral Abdelgawad (30) celebrates a three point shot in the first quarter during the Lady Toppers' game against Louisiana Tech on Saturday, January 26 at Diddle Arena. CHRIS KOHLEY/HERALD

Abdelgawad, Elgedawy guide Egypt to AfroBasket finals

Jesse Spencer
July 1, 2019
Redshirt senior men’s golfer Billy Tom Sargent admires his shot during the final round of the NCAA Division I Men’s Golf Championships in Fayetteville, Arkansas on May 28, 2019.

Billy Tom Sargent becomes first WKU golf All-American

Jesse Spencer
June 22, 2019
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