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Lee Robertson having a word with former WKU golfer and current professional golfer Kenny Perry, who plays on the PGA Tour and the Champions Tour. Photo provided by Paul Just/WKU sports historian.

MR. WESTERN

Kyle Williams
May 15, 2019
WKU head coach Jeff Brohm hoists the championship trophy above his head following the Hilltoppers' 49-48 win over Central Michigan in the Popeyes Bahamas Bowl game in Nassau on Wednesday, Dec. 24, 2014.

WKU escapes Bahamas Bowl with hectic 49-48 victory over Central Michigan

Kyle Williams
December 24, 2014
WKU's Willie McNeal (10) brings in the game-winning catch in overtime to knock out No. 19 Marshall, 67-66 in Huntington, West Virginia. Nick Wagner/HERALD

Football Notebook: WKU rounding out its full week of bowl practice

Kyle Williams
December 18, 2014
Senior guard T.J. Price (52) dribbles out of the lane during the second half of WKU's game against Austin Peay on Saturday. Price led all scorers with 22 points and was a perfect 4-4 from three-point range as WKU defeated the Governors, 77-70. Brandon Carter/HERALD

Price propels WKU to 75-60 win over Chicago State

Kyle Williams
December 18, 2014
WKU's Brandon Doughty (12) releases the ball toward Tyler Higbee (82) during Friday's 67-66 overtime victory over No. 19 Marshall in Huntington, West Virginia. Higbee would catch the pass and score for a seven-yard touchdown. Nick Wagner/HERALD

Tops begin postseason practice; Doughty named Sammy Baugh Award winner

Kyle Williams
December 11, 2014
Hilltoppers head coach Jeff Brohm greets fans after Friday's game in Huntington, West Virginia. Nick Wagner/HERALD

WKU accepts bid to the Popeyes Bahamas Bowl

Kyle Williams
December 7, 2014
Senior guard Alexis Govan jumps for a rebound against two Ole Miss defenders during the second half of WKU's game against Ole Miss on Dec. 4. Govan led all scorers with 22 points as the Lady Toppers defeated the Rebels 98-69. Brandon Carter/HERALD

WKU wallops Ole Miss, 98-69, secures first win over SEC opponent in six years

Kyle Williams
December 5, 2014
Redshirt senior quarterback Brandon Doughty signals upward following WKU's 67-66 overtime win over No. 19 Marshall in Huntington, West Virginia. Doughty threw for 491 yards and eight touchdowns to five different receivers in the upset victory. The Hilltoppers' win spoiled the Thundering Herd's bid for an undefeated season. Nick Wagner/HERALD

Doughty enjoying another record-breaking season

Kyle Williams
December 4, 2014
WKU's Brandon Doughty (12) releases the ball toward Tyler Higbee (82) during Friday's 67-66 overtime victory over No. 19 Marshall in Huntington, West Virginia. Higbee would catch the pass and score for a seven-yard touchdown. Nick Wagner/HERALD

Tops’ two-point conversion shocks previously unbeaten Marshall in OT, 67-66

Kyle Williams
December 2, 2014
WKU quarterback Brandon Doughty (12) pumps his fist with teammate Willie McNeal (10) after the Hilltoppers upset No. 19 Marshall in Huntington, West Virginia, with an overtime victory, 67-66. Doughty connected with McNeal on a two-point conversion try to win the game. Nick Wagner/HERALD

Hilltoppers make history with 67-66 overtime win at No. 19 Marshall

Kyle Williams
November 29, 2014
Sophomore Guard Kendall Noble drives the ball to the basket against the University of Louisville at the Yum! Center, November 25, 2014. Justin Gilliland/HERALD November 25, 2014.

WKU drops 89-67 decision at No. 12 Louisville

Kyle Williams
November 26, 2014
Redshirt sophomore guard Kendall Noble (12) goes up for a shot against a Central Arkansas defender during the Lady Toppers' Nov. 14 game against Central Arkansas. Noble scored 17 points and snagged 12 rebounds in WKU's 93-57 victory over the Sugar Bears. Brandon Carter/HERALD

Lady Tops fall to Mississippi State in Preseason WNIT final, 88-77

Kyle Williams
November 23, 2014
Redshirt senior quarterback Brandon Doughty looks downfield during Saturday’s game at Houchens-Smith Stadium in Bowling Green, Ky. Nick Wagner/HERALD

WKU routs UTSA 45-7, becomes bowl-eligible for fourth-straight season

Kyle Williams
November 22, 2014
Freshman guard Tashia Brown (10) and sophomore center Bria Gaines (11) battle Central Arkansas guard Brianna Mulltins (10) for a rebound during the Lady Toppers' Nov. 14 game against the Sugar Bears. WKU defeated UCA 93-57 to advance in the Preseason Women's NIT. Nick Wagner/HERALD

WKU advances to Preseason WNIT Championship with 63-54 win over Albany

Kyle Williams
November 21, 2014
Redshirt junior wide receiver Jared Dangerfield (21) catches a six-yard touchdown pass from senior quarterback Brandon Doughty during the second half of WKU's game against Army on Nov. 15. Dangerfield caught seven passes for 73 yards and a touchdown in the Hilltoppers' 52-24 victory over the Black Knights. Brandon Carter/HERALD

Tops’ balanced offense set to match-up with experienced UTSA defense

Kyle Williams
November 20, 2014
A host of WKU defenders tackle Army running back Larry Dixon during the second half of WKU's Nov. 15 game against Army. The Hilltoppers' defense held the Black Knights to an average of 5.3 yards per carry, leading WKU to a 52-24 victory. Brandon Carter/HERALD

Hilltopper defense hitting its stride at the right time

Kyle Williams
November 20, 2014
Senior forward Chastity Gooch goes up for a shot during the first half of WKU's Nov. 14 game against Central Arkansas. Gooch scored 14 points in the Lady Toppers' 93-57 victory over the Sugar Bears in the first round of the Preseason Women's NIT. Brandon Carter/HERALD

Lady Tops to host Albany in Preseason WNIT semis tonight

Kyle Williams
November 20, 2014
Senior guard T.J. Price (52) dribbles out of the lane during the second half of WKU's game against Austin Peay on Saturday. Price led all scorers with 22 points and was a perfect 4-4 from three-point range as WKU defeated the Governors, 77-70. Brandon Carter/HERALD

Tops’ success hinges on their senior leaders

Kyle Williams
November 20, 2014
Senior guard Alexis Govan (21) and junior guard Micah Jones (5) celebrate after forcing a turnover during the first half of WKU's Nov. 14 game against Central Arkansas. The Lady Toppers forced 22 turnovers in their 93-57 victory over the Sugar Bears. Brandon Carter/HERALD

Lady Tops outlast Colorado in Preseason WNIT overtime thriller, 79-78

Kyle Williams
November 18, 2014
Junior running back Leon Allen (33) pushes through the line on a rush during the second half of the WKU-Army game on Nov. 15. Allen rushed 33 times for 345 yards and three touchdowns, breaking the Conference USA record for rushing yards in a single game. Brandon Carter/HERALD

Allen turns in 15th-best single-game rushing performance in NCAA history

Kyle Williams
November 18, 2014
WKU head coach Michelle Clark-Heard reacts after freshman forward Bria Gaines commits a foul during the first round of the 2014 NCAA Divison I Women's Basketball Championship at the Ferrell Center in Waco, Texas on Saturday March 22, 2014. (Jeff Brown/HERALD)

Lady Tops to face Colorado in second round of Preseason WNIT

Kyle Williams
November 17, 2014
Junior running back Leon Allen (33) pushes through the line on a rush during the second half of the WKU-Army game on Nov. 15. Allen rushed 33 times for 345 yards and three touchdowns, breaking the Conference USA record for rushing yards in a single game. Brandon Carter/HERALD

WKU ousts Army, 52-24, behind Allen’s historic performance

Kyle Williams
November 15, 2014
WKU junior Jared Dangerfield catches a long pass for a first down against UTEP. WKU won 35-27 against UTEP. Jeff Brown/HERALD

Tops lead Army, 24-10, at halftime

Kyle Williams
November 15, 2014
Senior guard Alexis Govan (21) and junior guard Micah Jones (5) celebrate after forcing a turnover during the first half of WKU's Nov. 14 game against Central Arkansas. The Lady Toppers forced 22 turnovers in their 93-57 victory over the Sugar Bears. Brandon Carter/HERALD

Lady Tops stifle Central Arkansas in 93-57 season-opening win

Kyle Williams
November 15, 2014
Redshirt sophomore defensive back Branden Leston (45) attempts to tackle UTEP senior running back Josh Bell. Mike Clark/HERALD

Timely Hilltopper defensive unit on the mend

Kyle Williams
November 14, 2014
 Redshirt senior wide receiver Joel German takes a 50-yard reception for a touchdown against the UTEP Miners during the Homecoming game on Nov. 8. Harrison Hill/HERALD

Tops looking to maintain momentum against Army

Kyle Williams
November 13, 2014
WKU's sophomore forward Jalynn McClain (33) shoots over ASU's forward Jane Morrill (11) during the first half of WKU's 61-60 victory Arkansas State in the championship game of the Sun Belt Tournament Saturday, March 15, 2014, at Lakefront Arena in New Orleans, La. The Lady Toppers secured a place in the NCAA tournament with their win. (Mike Clark/HERALD)

Lady Tops open season against Central Arkansas on Friday

Kyle Williams
November 12, 2014
Redshirt sophomore defensive back Branden Leston (45) attempts to tackle UTEP senior running back Josh Bell. Mike Clark/HERALD

WKU’s Homecoming win serves as timely confidence boost

Kyle Williams
November 11, 2014
Junior running back Leon Allen (33) celebrates with teammates. The Hilltoppers defeated the UTEP Miners 35-27. Mike Clark/HERALD

Football Notebook: WKU’s Homecoming win keeps its bowl hopes alive

Kyle Williams
November 9, 2014
WKU junior Jared Dangerfield catches a long pass for a first down against UTEP. WKU won 35-27 against UTEP. Jeff Brown/HERALD

WKU outlasts UTEP 35-27, secures first Homecoming win in three years

Kyle Williams
November 9, 2014
Redshirt junior wide receiver Jared Dangerfield (21) catches a pass for a touchdown during the first half of WKU's Oct. 25 game against Old Dominion. Dangerfield caught seven passes for 72 yards and a touchdown during the first half as WKU led 42-30. Brandon Carter/HERALD

PREVIEW: WKU vs. UTEP (Homecoming)

Kyle Williams
November 8, 2014
Redshirt junior defensive back Prince Charles Iworah (30) reaches to tackle Old Dominion's Melvin Vaughn during the first half of the Old Dominion game on Saturday. Brandon Carter/HERALD

WKU defense no stranger to adversity

Kyle Williams
November 7, 2014
Redshirt senior quarterback Brandon Doughty (12) drops back for a pass during the third quarter of WKU's Oct. 25 game against Old Dominion. Doughty went 23 of 26 for 371 yards and five touchdowns, leading WKU to a 66-51 victory over the Monarchs. Brandon Carter/HERALD

WKU itching to prove worth in Homecoming matchup with UTEP

Kyle Williams
November 6, 2014
Redshirt senior receiver Willie McNeal returns a kick against Louisiana Tech in WKU's 59-10 loss to the Bulldogs on Nov. 1.

LA Tech hands WKU its worst conference loss in program history

Kyle Williams
November 3, 2014
Junior running back Leon Allen (33) runs for a touchdown during the third quarter of WKU's Oct. 25 victory over Old Dominion. Allen rushed 32 times for 182 yards and two touchdowns as the Hilltoppers defeated the Monarchs 66-51. Brandon Carter/HERALD

Bayou Beatdown: LA Tech shuts down WKU in 59-10 win

Kyle Williams
November 1, 2014
The Lady Toppers bench cheers as WKU rallies in the final minutes of their 61-60 victory over Arkansas State in the championship game of the Sun Belt Tournament Saturday, March 15, 2014, at Lakefront Arena in New Orleans, La. The Lady Toppers secured a place in the NCAA tournament with their win. (Mike Clark/HERALD)

Williams: Basketball is near, so prepare accordingly

Kyle Williams
October 29, 2014
Junior running back Leon Allen (33) runs for a touchdown during the third quarter of WKU's Oct. 25 victory over Old Dominion. Allen rushed 32 times for 182 yards and two touchdowns as the Hilltoppers defeated the Monarchs 66-51. Brandon Carter/HERALD

Hilltopper offense, defense on different ends of the spectrum

Kyle Williams
October 27, 2014
Sophomore linebacker Drew Davis (34) is mobbed by teammates, including sophomore defensive back Marcus Ward (8), after making a huge hit on an Old Dominion kick returner during the second half of WKU's Oct. 25 game against the Monarchs. Davis had two tackles as the Hilltoppers defeated ODU 66-51. Brandon Carter/HERALD

WKU captures its first C-USA win in dramatic fashion over Old Dominion, 66-51

Kyle Williams
October 26, 2014
Senior wide receiver Willie McNeal (10) catches a contested grab in traffic during WKU's matchup against UAB on Saturday, October 4, 2014 at Smith Stadium. Luke Franke/HERALD

Band of Brothers: Hilltopper receiving core exemplifies ‘for each other’ mentality

Kyle Williams
October 23, 2014
Redshirt senior quarterback Brandon Doughty drops back to pass against Florida Atlantic in Boca Raton, Florida on Saturday. Max Jackson/UNIVERSITY PRESS

Tops look to reverse recent trends at home against Old Dominion on Saturday

Kyle Williams
October 22, 2014
Redshirt senior quarterback Brandon Doughty drops back to pass against Florida Atlantic in Boca Raton, Florida on Saturday. Max Jackson/UNIVERSITY PRESS

Lowly second-half performances continue to haunt the Hilltoppers

Kyle Williams
October 20, 2014
Redshirt senior quarterback Brandon Doughty drops back to pass against Florida Atlantic in Boca Raton, Florida on Saturday. Max Jackson/UNIVERSITY PRESS

Tops allow 31 second-half points, drop a 45-38 decision at FAU

Kyle Williams
October 18, 2014
Brandon Doughty calls plays to his team at the WKU vs Illinois game. WKU is leading at halftime 17-14 against Illinois on Saturday Sept. 06, 2014 at Memorial Stadium in Champaign, Ill. Jeff Brown/HERALD

Avoiding complacency key for Tops against FAU

Kyle Williams
October 15, 2014
WKU junior guard T.J. Price drives the ball pass ULL junior guard Kevin Brown during the 2014 Men's Sun Belt Tournament semifinal round at the Lakefront Arena in New Orleans, La. on Saturday Mar. 15, 2014. (Jeff Brown/HERALD)

Price, Fant named to Preseason All-Conference USA Team

Kyle Williams
October 7, 2014
WKU redshirt sophomore running back Anthony Wales (20) carries the ball against the Hilltopper's first Conference USA opponent University of Alabama-Birmingham (UAB) Saturday October 4, 2014 at Smith Stadium in Bowling Green, Ky. Luke Franke/HERALD

Blazers praise WKU’s high-powered offense

Kyle Williams
October 6, 2014
WKU redshirt sophomore running back Anthony Wales (20) makes a superman dive into the end zone during the first half against Conference USA opponent University of Alabama-Birmingham (UAB) Saturday October 4, 2014 at Smith Stadium in Bowling Green, Ky. Despite rushing for 138 yards and three scores Wales could not propel the Hilltoppers to victory in a disappointing 42-39 loss that saw the WKU defense allow 591 yards on offense, a season high. Luke Franke/HERALD

Tops searching for answers following 42-39 loss to UAB

Kyle Williams
October 6, 2014
Former WKU quarterback, head coach and athletic director Jimmy Feix. Feix passed away at age 83 on Sunday afternoon, Oct. 5, 2014.

Hilltopper coaching legend passes away

Kyle Williams
October 5, 2014
WKU redshirt sophomore running back Anthony Wales (20) carries the ball against the Hilltopper's first Conference USA opponent University of Alabama-Birmingham (UAB) Saturday October 4, 2014 at Smith Stadium in Bowling Green, Ky. Luke Franke/HERALD

Tops start strong, but can’t finish in 42-39 loss to UAB

Kyle Williams
October 5, 2014
Defensive coordinator Nick Holt yells during the WKU vs MTSU game on Sept. 13, 2014. Nick Wagner/HERALD

WKU defense cueing in on balanced UAB attack

Kyle Williams
October 3, 2014
Redshirt defensive lineman Tanner Reeves (59) tackles the Illini's running back Donovonn Young (5) during the second half of WKU's 34-42 loss against the University of Illinois Saturday, Sept. 6, 2014, at Memorial Stadium in Champaign, Ill. Mike Clark/HERALD

Topper defense comes up big when needed in 36-27 win at Navy

Kyle Williams
September 29, 2014
WKU senior linebacker Xavius Boyd pushes Navy's junior quarterback John Hendrick into the end-zone getting WKU a safety in the fourth quarter making the final score 19-7.

Terry’s “Wonderful” play seals WKU’s 36-27 win at Navy

Kyle Williams
September 27, 2014
WKU senior linebacker Xavius Boyd pushes Navy's junior quarterback John Hendrick into the end-zone getting WKU a safety in the fourth quarter making the final score 19-7.

Tops look to slow down Navy’s triple-option for second-straight season

Kyle Williams
September 24, 2014
Junior wide receiver Jared Dangerfield attempts a catch during the WKU vs MTSU game on Sept. 13, 2014. Alyssa Pointer/HERALD

WKU looking to right the ship during bye week

Kyle Williams
September 17, 2014
Redshirt senior quarterback Brandon Doughty passes the ball during the WKU vs Middle Tennessee State game in Murfreesboro on Sept. 13, 2014. Nick Wagner/HERALD

WKU, MTSU add another exciting installment to heated rivalry

Kyle Williams
September 15, 2014
Redshirt senior quarterback Brandon Doughty reset his own single-game WKU passing yards record with 593 yards during the WKU vs Middle Tennessee State University game at Johnny "Red" Floyd Stadium in Murfreesboro on Sept. 13, 2014. Alyssa Pointer/HERALD

WKU drops heartbreaker to rival MTSU in triple overtime, 50-47

Kyle Williams
September 14, 2014
Head Coach Jeff Brohm watches quarterback Brandon Doughty in warmups before the WKU vs Middle Tennessee State University game on Sept. 13, 2014. Nick Wagner/HERALD

WKU, MTSU knotted at 24-24 through two quarters

Kyle Williams
September 13, 2014
WKU gets ready for their game against the University of Illinois Saturday, Sept. 6, 2014, at Memorial Stadium in Champaign, Ill. Mike Clark/HERALD

WKU set to face rival MTSU in first-ever C-USA matchup

Kyle Williams
September 10, 2014

WKU altering safety precautions for Smith Stadium

Kyle Williams
September 9, 2014
Head coach Jeff Brohm after WKU's 34-42 loss against the University of Illinois Saturday, Sept. 6, 2014, at Memorial Stadium in Champaign, Ill. Mike Clark/HERALD

Tops confident despite loss at Illinois

Kyle Williams
September 9, 2014
Junior running back Leon Allen (33) hurdles Illinois's Taylor Barton on Saturday, Sept. 6, 2014 at Memorial Stadium in Champaign, Ill. Nick Wagner/HERALD

Miscues cost WKU historic victory against Fighting Illini

Kyle Williams
September 6, 2014
WKU gets ready for their game against the University of Illinois Saturday, Sept. 6, 2014, at Memorial Stadium in Champaign, Ill. Mike Clark/HERALD

Tops hold a 17-14 halftime lead at Illinois

Kyle Williams
September 6, 2014
Red shirt junior Tyler Higbee (82) congratulates junior running back Leon Allen (33) on a touchdown during the first half of WKU's game against Bowling Green State Friday, Aug. 29, 2014, at Houchens Industries - L.T. Smith Stadium in Bowling Green, Ky. Mike Clark/HERALD

Tops adjusting game plan for Illinois

Kyle Williams
September 3, 2014
Redshirt senior quarterback Brandon Doughty calls a play during the first half of WKU's game against Bowling Green State Friday, Aug. 29, 2014, at Houchens Industries - L.T. Smith Stadium in Bowling Green, Ky. Mike Clark/HERALD

Tops make statement in season-opening rout of BGSU

Kyle Williams
September 1, 2014
Redshirt senior quarterback Brandon Doughty passes the ball during the first half of WKU's game against Bowling Green State Friday, Aug. 29, 2014, at Houchens Industries - L.T. Smith Stadium in Bowling Green, Ky. Mike Clark/HERALD

Football Notebook: WKU quick, efficient in win over BGSU

Kyle Williams
August 30, 2014
Junior wide receiver Jared Dangerfield (21) catches a touchdown during the fourth quarter of WKU's August 29 game against Bowling Green State. Dangerfield finished the game with 10 receptions for 92 yards and two touchdowns in WKU's 59-31 victory over the Falcons. Brandon Carter/HERALD

WKU sets six program records en route to 59-31 win over BGSU

Kyle Williams
August 30, 2014
Running backs coach Greg Nord presides over the team during stretches. Nord has over 30 years of coaching experience to his name, including over 25 years in the state of Kentucky. Alyssa Pointer/HERALD

Topper coaches coupling youth with experience

Kyle Williams
August 28, 2014
Leon Allen, Brandon Doughty, Willie McNeal. JEFF BROWN/HERALD

Topper offense eyeing breakout 2014 season

Kyle Williams
August 28, 2014
Freshman linebacker Masai Whyte grabs a tackling dummy during football practice on Tuesday, Aug. 26 at Smith Stadium in Bowling Green. Mike Clark/HERALD

Tough task ahead of Toppers in season opener

Kyle Williams
August 27, 2014
Todd Stewart/WKUsports.com

Stewart: WKU in “great shape” entering Conference USA

Kyle Williams
August 27, 2014
Head Coach Jeff Brohm during the Red and White Spring Game on April 19 at Smith Stadium. (Mike Clark/HERALD)

Tops close camp, turn attention to Bowling Green State

Kyle Williams
August 25, 2014
Quarterback Brandon Doughty (12) passes through traffic during the first half of WKU’s 44-28 victory over Georgia State Saturday, Nov. 2, 2013, at the Georgia Dome in Atlanta, Ga.

Training Days: Offense looks sharp in second scrimmage

Kyle Williams
August 16, 2014
Wide receiver Taywan Taylor tries to outrun safety Mitch Lane (38) during the second half of the WKU vs. University of Louisiana Monroe game Thursday, Oct. 3, 2013, at Malone Stadium in Monroe, La.

Training Days: Hilltoppers relishing depth at wide receiver

Kyle Williams
August 14, 2014
WKU junior defensive back Cam Thomas intercepts the ball. WKU lost 52-20 against Tennessee in Knoxville, Tn on Saturday at Neyland Stadium.

Training Days: Secondary filled with familiar faces

Kyle Williams
August 14, 2014
Head Coach Jeff Brohm during the Red and White Spring Game on April 19 at Smith Stadium. (Mike Clark/HERALD)

Training Days: Brohm weighs in on first six days of fall camp

Kyle Williams
August 8, 2014
WKU sophomore defensive lineman Bryan Shorter(94), sophomore defensive lineman Gavin Rocker (88), and senior linebacker Bar'ee Boyd wrap up Louisiana-Monroe sophomore quarterback Brayle Brownduring the second half of their game at Malone Stadium in Monroe, Louisiana. The defensive shut-out ULM in the second half.

Training Days: WKU defensive line loaded with young options

Kyle Williams
August 7, 2014
WKU junior guard T.J. Price drives the ball pass ULL junior guard Kevin Brown during the 2014 Men's Sun Belt Tournament semifinal round at the Lakefront Arena in New Orleans, La. on Saturday Mar. 15, 2014. (Jeff Brown/HERALD)

WKU basketball announces 2014-2015 preliminary schedule

Kyle Williams
August 6, 2014
WKU junior forward Chastity Gooch shoots past Baylor freshman point guard Khadijiah Cave during the first round of the 2014 NCAA Divison I Women's Basketball Championship at the Ferrell Center in Waco, Texas on Saturday March 22, 2014. (Jeff Brown/HERALD)

Lady Toppers release inaugural Conference USA schedule

Kyle Williams
August 6, 2014
Running back Leon Allen (33) during the second half of WKU’s 44-28 victory over Georgia State Saturday, Nov. 2, 2013, at the Georgia Dome in Atlanta, Ga.

Training Days: Competition for backup running back heating up

Kyle Williams
August 6, 2014
Sophomore defender Alanna Clancy (22) celebrates with teammates after scoring a goal in the 84th minute to take a 2-1 lead over Lipscomb.

WKU soccer picked to finish ninth by coaches in C-USA preseason poll

Kyle Williams
August 5, 2014
Western Kentucky Hilltoppers tight end Mitchell Henry (80) is tackled by Arkansas State Red Wolves defensive back Sterling Young during the first half of Saturday's game against Arkansas State. Western Kentucky lead 20-14 at the half.

Training Days: Hilltoppers conclude first padded practice of fall camp

Kyle Williams
August 5, 2014
WKU quarterback Brandon Doughty looks for an open receiver during Saturday's game against Tennessee.

Experienced WKU offense set to turn heads in C-USA

Kyle Williams
August 2, 2014
Western Kentucky University's Brandon Doughty looks for a pass during their game at against Troy at WKU on Saturday, October 26, 2013.

Hilltoppers eager to open fall camp

Kyle Williams
August 2, 2014
Head coach Jeff Brohm reacts during the Red and White Spring Game Saturday, April 19, 2014, at Houchens Industries - L.T. Smith Stadium in Bowling Green, Ky. (Mike Clark/HERALD)

WKU football releases kickoff times and promotions for 2014 season

Kyle Williams
July 22, 2014
Head coach Travis Hudson yells encouragement during WKU’s 3-0 win against the University of Louisiana Lafayette Nov. 8, 2013, at E.A. Diddle Arena in Bowling Green, Ky.

WKU volleyball releases 2014 schedule

Kyle Williams
July 2, 2014
WKU senior jumper France Makabu competes in the long jump during Saturday at the Hilltopper Relays. Makabu would record a jump of 19-feet-2.75 inches. (Luke Franke/HERALD)

WKU sets program record with seven track and field First Team All-Americans

Kyle Williams
June 17, 2014
Head Coach Jeff Brohm during the Red and White Spring Game on April 19 at Smith Stadium. (Mike Clark/HERALD)

Toppers to play in 5 nationally televised games in first Conference USA season

Kyle Williams
May 29, 2014
Setter Melanie Stutsman, right, celebrates after the Lady Toppers make it match point during WKU's 3-0 victory over Georgia State Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2013, at E.A. Diddle Arena in Bowling Green, Ky.

All 19 WKU athletic teams exceed NCAA’s Academic Progress Rate

Kyle Williams
May 14, 2014
Junior Jonathan Dowling gets the crowd pumped up during the game. WKU won 34-31 against Arkansas State on Nov. 30, 2013 at Houchens-Smith Stadium. 

Former Toppers Jackson, Dowling selected in 2014 NFL Draft

Kyle Williams
May 10, 2014
Rolled up artificial turf sits on the field of Houchens Industries - L.T. Smith Stadium while the field is being resurfaced Tuesday, April 22, 2014, in Bowling Green, Ky. The turf replacement is expected to take six weeks to complete. (Mike Clark/Herald)

Turf replacement at Feix Field underway

Kyle Williams
April 24, 2014
Sophomore wide receiver Taywan Taylor (2) catches a pass through coverage by redshirt sophomore defensive back Branden Leston (45) during the Red and White Spring Game Saturday, April 19, 2014, at Houchens Industries - L.T. Smith Stadium in Bowling Green, Ky. (Mike Clark/HERALD)

Same team, new shine: Red Team rolls 58-10 in Red and White Game

Kyle Williams
April 22, 2014
Sophomore wide receiver Taywan Taylor (2) catches a pass for a touchdown during the Red and White Spring Game Saturday, April 19, 2014, at Houchens Industries - L.T. Smith Stadium in Bowling Green, Ky. (Mike Clark/HERALD)

Red handles White 58-10 in Spring Game

Kyle Williams
April 19, 2014
WKU football Head Coach, Jeff Brohm, watches the players stretch during spring practice Tuesday, March 1, at Smith Stadium. (Mike Clark/HERALD)

Toppers set to display improvements in annual Spring Game

Kyle Williams
April 19, 2014
Mike Clark/HERALD

Toppers head into final week of spring practice

Kyle Williams
April 12, 2014
WKU's redshirt senior wide receiver Willie McNeal (10) catches a pass during spring practice Tuesday, March 1, at Smith Stadium in Bowling Green. (Mike Clark/HERALD)

Wide receivers hopeful for break out year

Kyle Williams
April 8, 2014
WKU's redshirt senior offensive lineman Cameron Clemmons (52) stretches with the rest of the team during spring practice Tuesday at Smith Stadium. (Mike Clark/HERALD)

Toppers wrap second week of spring practice

Kyle Williams
April 5, 2014
Running back Leon Allen (33) during the second half of WKU’s 44-28 victory over Georgia State Saturday, Nov. 2, 2013, at the Georgia Dome in Atlanta, Ga.

Allen, Wales expecting more carries out of backfield this season

Kyle Williams
April 3, 2014
WKUÕs junior running back Leon Allen takes a handoff from redshirt senior quarterback Brandon Doughty during spring practice Friday at Smith Stadium. (Mike Clark/HERALD)

Doughty confident entering second season as starting quarterback

Kyle Williams
April 1, 2014
WKU's redshirt senior quarterback, Brandon Doughty, runs drills as backup quarterbacks watch during practice on Tuesday at Smith Stadium. (Mike Clark/HERALD)

New Toppers put first spring practice in the books

Kyle Williams
March 27, 2014
WKU senior guard Bianca McGee gets a hug from her sister Jonieka Martin after playing her final home game as a Lady Topper, an 80-71 victory over the University of Louisiana Lafayette Wednesday, March 5, 2014 at Diddle Arena in Bowling Green, Ky. Martin traveled from Indianapolis to watch her sisters final game. (Mike Clark/HERALD)

McGee sparks WKU to Sun Belt Conference championship

Kyle Williams
March 18, 2014
The Lady Toppers celebrate after WKU's 61-60 victory Arkansas State in the championship game of the Sun Belt Tournament Saturday, March 15, 2014, at Lakefront Arena in New Orleans, La. The Lady Toppers secured a place in the NCAA tournament with their win. (Mike Clark/HERALD)

Lady Tops draw 15-seed to play No. 2 Baylor in Waco in NCAA Tournament

Kyle Williams
March 18, 2014
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