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Junior Pitcher Kelsey Aikey pitches during WKU's game against Charlotte at the WKU Softball Complex beginning March 23 in Bowling Green.

[Photo] WKU softball racks up 43-run outburst, coasts to perfect 5-0 weekend at Chatt Challenge

Kaden Gaylord
February 18, 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.

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

Jesse Spencer
January 11, 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.

[Photo] Lady Toppers address offensive struggles during early-season road trip

Jesse Spencer
November 12, 2019
WKU's Isidora Pekez (6) wins a head-ball over Rice's Erin Van Dolder October 14 in Bowling Green. 

[Photo] WKU soccer secures first C-USA Tournament bid since 2016

Nick Kieser
November 5, 2019
Safety Malik Gant(22) defends WKU's Lucky Jackson(11) from receiving a little air mail in the battle of Bowling Greens on "WKU's Parent's Weekend" at Houchens Stadium September 29 in Bowling Green. HERALD/ Joseph Barkoff

[Photo] Hilltoppers not dwelling on chance to reach bowl eligibility with win against rival Marshall

Alec Jessie
October 25, 2019
WKU's new head coach Tyson Helton (left) shares a smile with WKU athletic director Todd Stewart (right) during Helton's first press conference as the new head coach of the Hilltoppers at the Harbaugh Club in Houchens-Smith Stadium Nov. 27 in Bowling Green. "It's not about making championships," Helton said. "Its about making champions." Helton comes to WKU after working for Tennessee and Southern California.

[Photo] Tyson Helton’s total pay package ranks 7th in C-USA, 92nd nationally

Drake Kizer
October 22, 2019
WKU's new head coach Tyson Helton (left) shares a smile with WKU athletic director Todd Stewart (right) during Helton's first press conference as the new head coach of the Hilltoppers at the Harbaugh Club in Houchens-Smith Stadium Nov. 27 in Bowling Green. "It's not about making championships," Helton said. "Its about making champions." Helton comes to WKU after working for Tennessee and Southern California.

[Photo] WKU football adds game at Ohio State in 2023

Alec Jessie
August 22, 2019
WKU's new head coach Tyson Helton (left) shares a smile with WKU athletic director Todd Stewart (right) during Helton's first press conference as the new head coach of the Hilltoppers at the Harbaugh Club in Houchens-Smith Stadium Nov. 27 in Bowling Green. "It's not about making championships," Helton said. "Its about making champions." Helton comes to WKU after working for Tennessee and Southern California.

[Photo] WKU football adds future games against Georgia, EKU

Alec Jessie
August 13, 2019
Junior Pitcher Kelsey Aikey pitches during WKU's game against Charlotte at the WKU Softball Complex beginning March 23 in Bowling Green. Aikey was just named Conference USA Pitcher of the Week

[Photo] WKU softball looks ahead after record-breaking season

Sophie Austin
May 10, 2019
WKU basketball coach Rick Stansbury leads the team to victory during the game against UTSA. WKU men’s basketball defeats UTSA with a score of 96-88.

[Photo] Hilltoppers turn attention to recruiting

Alec Jessie
April 23, 2019
Kirk Atkinson faculty senate chair speaks during the monthly faculty senate meeting at the Faculty House Feb. 21, in Bowling Green.

[Photo] Faculty responds to final CAPE recommendations

Rebekah Alvey
April 16, 2019
Junior Pitcher Kelsey Aikey pitches during WKU's game against Charlotte at the WKU Softball Complex beginning March 23 in Bowling Green. Aikey was just named Conference USA Pitcher of the Week

[Photo] Aikey and Vorbrink collect C-USA weekly honors

Sophie Austin
April 1, 2019
Junior Pitcher Kelsey Aikey pitches during WKU's game against Charlotte at the WKU Softball Complex beginning March 23 in Bowling Green. Aikey was just named Conference USA Pitcher of the Week

[Photo] Hilltoppers sweep FAU in doubleheader to stay undefeated in C-USA

Sophie Austin
March 30, 2019
WKU senior shortstop Rebekah Engelhardt prepares to throw to first after catching an infield grounder from Charlotte at the WKU Softball Complex March 23, in Bowling Green. Behind Engelhardt, junior third base Morgan McElroy yells the whereabouts of the baserunner advancing from second to third. Engelhardt cranked in 2 runs and 3 RBIs going 2-3 at the dish in the WKU 11-2 victory.

[Photo] Hilltoppers record sweep to remain perfect in C-USA play

Sophie Austin
March 26, 2019
Junior Pitcher Kelsey Aikey pitches during WKU's game against Charlotte at the WKU Softball Complex beginning March 23 in Bowling Green. Aikey was just named Conference USA Pitcher of the Week

[Photo] Aikey named C-USA Pitcher of the Week following Charlotte series

Sophie Austin
March 25, 2019
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Joseph Barkoff
March 18, 2019
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Joseph Barkoff
March 18, 2019
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Joseph Barkoff
March 18, 2019
WKU's Isidora Pekez (6) wins a head-ball over Rice's Erin Van Dolder October 14 in Bowling Green. 

[Photo] Lady Toppers announce new staff members for 2019 season

Sophie Austin
March 12, 2019
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.

[Photo] Lady Toppers look to make run after getting first-round bye in C-USA Tournament

Drake Kizer
March 12, 2019
WKU's new head coach Tyson Helton (left) shares a smile with WKU athletic director Todd Stewart (right) during Helton's first press conference as the new head coach of the Hilltoppers at the Harbaugh Club in Houchens-Smith Stadium Nov. 27 in Bowling Green. "It's not about making championships," Helton said. "Its about making champions." Helton comes to WKU after working for Tennessee and Southern California.

[Photo] Tyson Helton’s contract approved by Board of Regents

Matt Stahl
March 1, 2019
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Joseph Barkoff
February 25, 2019
Kirk Atkinson faculty senate chair speaks during the monthly faculty senate meeting at the Faculty House Feb. 21, in Bowling Green.

[Photo] University senate discusses WKU’s budget, expected enrollment decline

Nicole Ziege
February 22, 2019
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GALLERY: 100 years of ROTC

Joseph Barkoff
February 19, 2019
WKU's new head coach Tyson Helton (left) shares a smile with WKU athletic director Todd Stewart (right) during Helton's first press conference as the new head coach of the Hilltoppers at the Harbaugh Club in Houchens-Smith Stadium Nov. 27 in Bowling Green. "It's not about making championships," Helton said. "Its about making champions." Helton comes to WKU after working for Tennessee and Southern California.

[Photo] Helton already inspiring confidence for Hilltoppers to bounce back

Matt Stahl
January 22, 2019
WKU's new head coach Tyson Helton (left) shares a smile with WKU athletic director Todd Stewart (right) during Helton's first press conference as the new head coach of the Hilltoppers at the Harbaugh Club in Houchens-Smith Stadium Nov. 27 in Bowling Green. "It's not about making championships," Helton said. "Its about making champions." Helton comes to WKU after working for Tennessee and Southern California.

[Photo] Hilltoppers’ finalized 2019 schedule features six home games, two Power 5 opponents

Matt Stahl
January 10, 2019
WKU's new head coach Tyson Helton (left) shares a smile with WKU athletic director Todd Stewart (right) during Helton's first press conference as the new head coach of the Hilltoppers at the Harbaugh Club in Houchens-Smith Stadium Nov. 27 in Bowling Green. "It's not about making championships," Helton said. "Its about making champions." Helton comes to WKU after working for Tennessee and Southern California.

[Photo] WKU confirms hire of Bryan Ellis as offensive coordinator

Jeremy Chisenhall
December 4, 2018
WKU's new head coach Tyson Helton (left) shares a smile with WKU athletic director Todd Stewart (right) during Helton's first press conference as the new head coach of the Hilltoppers at the Harbaugh Club in Houchens-Smith Stadium Nov. 27 in Bowling Green. "It's not about making championships," Helton said. "Its about making champions." Helton comes to WKU after working for Tennessee and Southern California.

[Photo] Letter to the Editor: WKU should part ways with Todd Stewart

November 29, 2018
WKU's new head coach Tyson Helton (left) shares a smile with WKU athletic director Todd Stewart (right) during Helton's first press conference as the new head coach of the Hilltoppers at the Harbaugh Club in Houchens-Smith Stadium Nov. 27 in Bowling Green. "It's not about making championships," Helton said. "Its about making champions." Helton comes to WKU after working for Tennessee and Southern California.

[Photo] Helton hopes to bring exciting offense with him in return to the Hill

Matt Stahl
November 27, 2018
Ben Lawson hugs his wife, Mollie, as he waits for the results of the mid term elections at Blue Holler Brewery Nov. 6 in Bowling Green, Kentucky. 

[Photo] Minter Defeats Lawson, securing Kentucky State House seat

Nicole Ziege and Matt Stahl
November 7, 2018
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Joseph Barkoff
October 29, 2018
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Joseph Barkoff
October 29, 2018
Hilltopper alumni Mary Lou and Chuck Doblestein begin their anniversary day where they met 50 years ago at EA Diddle Arena September 6 in Bowling Green. Mary Lou needed one more credit to graduate in 1968 and Chuck had to put his college career on hold because his Draft number came up shortly after their elope. Eight members of their family have attended or are currently attending WKU.

[Photo] Cupid’s Arrow: WKU alumni celebrate 50th wedding anniversary

Julie Sisler
October 23, 2018
Redshirt senior defensive team standouts DeAndre Farris (22) and Masai Whyte (25) pose October 16 in Bowling Green. Farris and Whyte, defensive back and linebacker, respectively, are both from Shelbyville, Kentucky and led their high school to the 4A State Championship in 2013.

[Photo] Whyte, Farris in their final stretch as teammates

Matt Stahl
October 23, 2018
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Joseph Barkoff
October 22, 2018
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Joseph Barkoff
October 22, 2018
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Joseph Barkoff
October 22, 2018
WKU's Isidora Pekez (6) wins a head-ball over Rice's Erin Van Dolder October 14 in Bowling Green. 

[Photo] WKU soccer team rallying for spot in conference tournament

Tyler Eaton
October 15, 2018
Safety Malik Gant(22) defends WKU's Lucky Jackson(11) from receiving a little air mail in the battle of Bowling Greens on "WKU's Parent's Weekend" at Houchens Stadium September 29 in Bowling Green. HERALD/ Joseph Barkoff

[Photo] Hilltoppers force and concede season-high turnovers in loss

Matt Stahl
October 1, 2018
Jouana Cueas, 14 of Bowling Green holds up the tray of sweet breads she and her mother are purchasing from the bakery at Mercadito Hispano Feb. 13 in Bowling Green. "I only know the name of the churros," Cueas said. "This pan [bread] is for home. My mother knows all the names." Mercadito Hispano, along with the restaurant and market, offers services as a bakery and butcher shop as well. Joseph Barkoff/HERALD

WKU student’s family shares culture in community

Joseph Barkoff
February 18, 2016
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