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Eli Randolph is a staff photographer for the Herald for Spring 2024.

Eli Randolph, Photo Editor

Eli Randolph is the Photo Editor for the Herald. Randolph is in his fourth year on the hill and is majoring in Photojournalism with a minor in entrepreneurship. Bowling Green and the Herald quickly became a second home for him after moving from Murfreesboro, Tennessee and this is his second semester on the Herald staff.

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Naiah Rolle attempts to clear the bar during the Brent Chumbley Memorial Hilltopper Relays at the WKU Track and Field Complex in Bowling Green, Ky. on Saturday, March 29, 2025.

WKU hosts Brent Chumbley Memorial Hilltopper Relays

Eli Randolph, Photo Editor
March 29, 2025
Hilltopper pole vaulter Sophia Roskoski warms up on the track ahead of her event during the Brent Chumbley Memorial Hilltopper Relays at the WKU Track and Field Complex in Bowling Green, Ky. on Thursday, March 28, 2024.

Natalie Papes clears the pole during the Brent Chumbley Memorial Hilltopper Relays at the WKU Track and Field Complex in Bowling Green, Ky. on Saturday, March 29, 2025.

Madison Rabe leads the Women's 100 meter hurdles during the Brent Chumbley Memorial Hilltopper Relays at the WKU Track and Field Complex in Bowling Green, Ky. on Saturday, March 29, 2025.

JonJon Hunter lands his jump during the Brent Chumbley Memorial Hilltopper Relays at the WKU Track and Field Complex in Bowling Green, Ky. on Saturday, March 29, 2025.

JonJon Hunter leaps in the three step jump during the Brent Chumbley Memorial Hilltopper Relays at the WKU Track and Field Complex in Bowling Green, Ky. on Saturday, March 29, 2025.

Blake Foster throws the discus during the Brent Chumbley Memorial Hilltopper Relays at the WKU Track and Field Complex in Bowling Green, Ky. on Saturday, March 29, 2025.

A runner for the Belmont Bruins races out of the blocks at the start of the Men's 400 meter race during the Brent Chumbley Memorial Hilltopper Relays at the WKU Track and Field Complex in Bowling Green, Ky. on Saturday, March 29, 2025.

Kennedy Coradini winds up to throw the discus during the Brent Chumbley Memorial Hilltopper Relays at the WKU Track and Field Complex in Bowling Green, Ky. on Saturday, March 29, 2025.

Wade Balcom finishes his first lap of the Men's 800 meter race during the Brent Chumbley Memorial Hilltopper Relays at the WKU Track and Field Complex in Bowling Green, Ky. on Thursday, March 28, 2024.

[Photo] WKU has strong performance in Brent Chumbley Hilltopper Memorial Relays

March 29, 2025
Elizabeth Gold winds up to throw the discus during the Brent Chumbley Memorial Hilltopper Relays at the WKU Track and Field Complex in Bowling Green, Ky. on Thursday, March 28, 2024.

WKU utility player Macy Gregor (5) misses the ball during WKU Softball’s game against the University of Louisville Cardinals in Bowling Green, Ky. on Tuesday, March 25, 2025.

WKU right handed pitcher Rylan Smith (17) pitches the ball during WKU Softball’s game against the University of Louisville Cardinals in Bowling Green, Ky. on Tuesday, March 25, 2025.

[Photo] WKU Softball falls to Louisville in low-scoring battle

March 26, 2025
WKU right handed pitcher Rylan Smith (17) celebrates a no hit inning during WKU Softball’s game against the University of Louisville Cardinals in Bowling Green, Ky. on Tuesday, March 25, 2025.

[Photo] WKU Softball takes series against LA Tech

March 30, 2025
WKU outfielder Kendle White (21) slides into home to score during WKU Softball’s game against the University of Louisville Cardinals in Bowling Green, Ky. on Tuesday, March 25, 2025.

[Photo] WKU Softball searching for first CUSA series win against Louisiana Tech

March 27, 2025
WKU infielder Morgan Sharpe (6) bunts the ball during WKU Softball’s game against the University of Louisville Cardinals in Bowling Green, Ky. on Tuesday, March 25, 2025.

[Photo] WKU Softball wins 2 games at Kennesaw State

April 6, 2025
WKU right handed pitcher Rylan Smith (17) pitches the ball during WKU Softball’s game against the University of Louisville Cardinals in Bowling Green, Ky. on Tuesday, March 25, 2025.

[Photo] WKU Softball takes momentum to Lipscomb

March 31, 2025
WKU right handed pitcher Rylan Smith (17) pitches the ball during WKU Softball’s game against the University of Louisville Cardinals in Bowling Green, Ky. on Tuesday, March 25, 2025.

Western Kentucky University students wearing shirts that spell “I (heart) DON” in support of Western Kentucky Hilltoppers guard Don McHenry (2) meet with McHenry after the Toppers basketball game vs. the Florida International University Panthers at E.A. Diddle Arena on March, 6, 2025. WKU won 76-67.

Photos: Hilltoppers beat FIU 76-67

Eli Randolph and Ian Pitchford
March 6, 2025
Western Kentucky Hilltoppers forward Tyrone Marshall Jr. (24) smiles after the buzzer goes off to end the game during the Hilltopper's game against the FIU Panthers in Bowling Green, Ky. on Thursday, March 6, 2025.

Western Kentucky Hilltoppers forward Leeroy Odiahi (21) and guard Jack Edelen (15) swipe at the ball during the Hilltopper's game against the FIU Panthers in Bowling Green, Ky. on Thursday, March 6, 2025.

A group of WKU students celebrate a play by the Hilltoppers during the Hilltopper's game against the FIU Panthers in Bowling Green, Ky. on Thursday, March 6, 2025.

Western Kentucky Head Coach Hank Plona speaks with his team during a time out during the Hilltopper's game against the FIU Panthers in Bowling Green, Ky. on Thursday, March 6, 2025.

[Photo] OPINION: WKU Men's Basketball postseason report

March 30, 2025
Western Kentucky Hilltoppers guard Don McHenry (2) greets the opposing team after the Hilltopper's game against the FIU Panthers in Bowling Green, Ky. on Thursday, March 6, 2025.

[Photo] 4 Hilltoppers honored with CUSA post-season awards

March 10, 2025
Florida International center Vianney Salatchoum (23) lays on the ground injured during the Hilltopper's game against the FIU Panthers in Bowling Green, Ky. on Thursday, March 6, 2025.

Western Kentucky Hilltoppers forward Leeroy Odiahi (21) dunks the ball during the Hilltopper's game against the FIU Panthers in Bowling Green, Ky. on Thursday, March 6, 2025.

Western Kentucky Hilltoppers forward Leeroy Odiahi (21) makes a layup during the Hilltopper's game against the FIU Panthers in Bowling Green, Ky. on Thursday, March 6, 2025.

[Photo] Hilltoppers open final home stand with win against FIU

March 6, 2025
Western Kentucky Hilltoppers guard Jalen Jackson (3) dives for a ball during the Hilltopper's game against the FIU Panthers in Bowling Green, Ky. on Thursday, March 6, 2025.

Florida International guard Jayden Brewer (11) is blocked by the Hilltoppers during the Hilltopper's game against the FIU Panthers in Bowling Green, Ky. on Thursday, March 6, 2025.

Florida International forward Jonathan Aybar (21) drives the ball against Western Kentucky Hilltoppers guard Enoch Kalambay (23) during the Hilltopper's game against the FIU Panthers in Bowling Green, Ky. on Thursday, March 6, 2025.

Florida International center Vianney Salatchoum (23) shoots the ball over Western Kentucky Hilltoppers forward Leeroy Odiahi (21) during the Hilltopper's game against the FIU Panthers in Bowling Green, Ky. on Thursday, March 6, 2025.

The Florida International Panthers speak to each other after a timeout during the Hilltopper's game against the FIU Panthers in Bowling Green, Ky. on Thursday, March 6, 2025.

Florida International guard Asim Jones (2) drives the ball against Western Kentucky Hilltoppers guard Don McHenry (2) during the Hilltopper's game against the FIU Panthers in Bowling Green, Ky. on Thursday, March 6, 2025.

Florida International guard Dashon Gittens (1) rebounds the ball during the Hilltopper's game against the FIU Panthers in Bowling Green, Ky. on Thursday, March 6, 2025.

Western Kentucky Hilltoppers guard Jack Edelen (15) blocks a shot by Florida International guard Kole Williams (25)during the Hilltopper's game against the FIU Panthers in Bowling Green, Ky. on Thursday, March 6, 2025.

Florida International forward Dante Wilcox (12) shoots the ball during the Hilltopper's game against the FIU Panthers in Bowling Green, Ky. on Thursday, March 6, 2025.

Florida International guard Dashon Gittens (1) Makes a layup during the Hilltopper's game against the FIU Panthers in Bowling Green, Ky. on Thursday, March 6, 2025.

Florida International guard Jayden Brewer (11) shoots the ball during the Hilltopper's game against the FIU Panthers in Bowling Green, Ky. on Thursday, March 6, 2025.

Western Kentucky Head Coach Hank Plona speaks with his team before the Hilltopper's game against the FIU Panthers in Bowling Green, Ky. on Thursday, March 6, 2025.

Noah Lanford jabs at Sigma Chi boxer Dat Nguyen during the fourth fight of of the Sigma Chi Fight Night event in Bowling Green, Ky., on Friday, Feb. 28, 2025.

Photos: Sigma Chi hosts Fight Night at Lampkin Park

Eli Randolph and Adin Parks
March 1, 2025
Carlos Diaz, left, takes a shot at Antonio Music during their matchup at Sigma Chi Fight Night in Bowling Green, Ky. on Wednesday, Feb. 28, 2024.

Skylar Sosa delivers a blow during round 1 of his matchup at Sigma Chi Fight Night in Bowling Green, Ky. on Wednesday, Feb. 28, 2024.

Carlos Diaz, right, takes a blow from Antonio Music during their matchup at Sigma Chi Fight Night in Bowling Green, Ky. on Friday, Feb. 28, 2025.

Skylar Sosa wraps his hands before his matchup at Sigma Chi Fight Night in Bowling Green, Ky. on Friday, Feb. 28, 2025.

Chritos Zenios, left, and Andrew Zinati trade blows during the 8th bout of Sigma Chi Fight Night in Bowling Green, Ky. on Friday, Feb. 28, 2025.

Chritos Zenios prepares for his fight in the 8th bout of Sigma Chi Fight Night in Bowling Green, Ky. on Friday, Feb. 28, 2025.

Members of Kappa Alpha celebrate their fighters win over a Sigma Chi fighter at Sigma Chi Fight Night in Bowling Green, Ky. on Friday, Feb. 28, 2025.

Spectators crowded the barricades around the ring at Sigma Chi Fight Night in Bowling Green, Ky. on Friday, Feb. 28, 2025.

Beer cans covered the ground with a wet glaze as onlookers drank and watched the fights at Sigma Chi Fight Night in Bowling Green, Ky. on Friday, Feb. 28, 2025.

Sigma Chi boxer Dat Nguyen celebrates his victory in the 7th bout of Sigma Chi Fight Night in Bowling Green, Ky. on Friday, Feb. 28, 2025. Nguyen won by forfeit.

Sigma Chi boxer Dat Nguyen celebrates his victory in the 7th bout of Sigma Chi Fight Night in Bowling Green, Ky. on Friday, Feb. 28, 2025. Nguyen won by forfeit.

Sigma Chi boxer Dat Nguyen throws a punch during the 7th bout of Sigma Chi Fight Night in Bowling Green, Ky. on Friday, Feb. 28, 2025.

Sigma Chi boxer Dat Nguyen takes a hit during the 7th bout of Sigma Chi Fight Night in Bowling Green, Ky. on Friday, Feb. 28, 2025.

Sigma Chi boxer Dat Nguyen waits to see the doctor ahead of the Sigma Chi Fight Night in Bowling Green, Ky. on Friday, Feb. 28, 2025.

Western Kentucky guard Destiny Salary (1) celebrates a play during the Lady Toppers game against the University of Texas at El Paso Miners in Bowling Green, Ky. on Thursday, Feb. 27, 2025.

Photos: Lady Toppers dominate UTEP Miners 81-58

Anna Bell Lee and Eli Randolph
February 27, 2025
Western Kentucky guard Josie Gilvin (33) and UTEP Miners forward Dunja Zecevic (8) wrestle for the ball during the Lady Toppers game against the University of Texas at El Paso Miners in Bowling Green, Ky. on Thursday, Feb. 27, 2025.

Western Kentucky forward Mariama Sow (6) and guard Josie Gilvin (33) look to a loose ball during the Lady Toppers game against the University of Texas at El Paso Miners in Bowling Green, Ky. on Thursday, Feb. 27, 2025.

Western Kentucky guard Tia Shelling (15) makes a layup during the Lady Toppers game against the University of Texas at El Paso Miners in Bowling Green, Ky. on Thursday, Feb. 27, 2025.

Western Kentucky guard Alexis Mead (3) and guard Acacia Hayes (10) go for the ball during the Lady Toppers game against the University of Texas at El Paso Miners in Bowling Green, Ky. on Thursday, Feb. 27, 2025.

The Lady toppers bench reacts to seeing themselves on the big screen during the Lady Toppers game against the University of Texas at El Paso Miners in Bowling Green, Ky. on Wednesday, March 26, 2025.

WKU mascot Big Red dances during the Lady Toppers game against the University of Texas at El Paso Miners in Bowling Green, Ky. on Wednesday, March 26, 2025.

Western Kentucky forward Mariama Sow (6) embraces assistant coach Tara Arnold-Johns during the Lady Toppers game against the University of Texas at El Paso Miners in Bowling Green, Ky. on Wednesday, March 26, 2025.

UTEP Miners forward Ndack Mbengue (13) defends against Western Kentucky guard Alexis Mead (3) during the Lady Toppers game against the University of Texas at El Paso Miners in Bowling Green, Ky. on Wednesday, March 26, 2025.

Lady Toppers Head Coach Greg Collins speaks to Western Kentucky forward Mya Pratcher (5) and forward Mariama Sow (6) during the Lady Toppers game against the University of Texas at El Paso Miners in Bowling Green, Ky. on Wednesday, March 26, 2025.

[Photo] OPINION: WKU Women's Basketball postseason report

March 30, 2025
UTEP Miners forward Luisa Vydrova (23) makes a layup during the Lady Toppers game against the University of Texas at El Paso Miners in Bowling Green, Ky. on Thursday, Feb. 27, 2025.

Western Kentucky forward Mya Pratcher (5) and forward Mariama Sow (6) play defense during the Lady Toppers game against the University of Texas at El Paso Miners in Bowling Green, Ky. on Thursday, Feb. 27, 2025.

Western Kentucky guard Destiny Salary (1) celebrates a play during the Lady Toppers game against the University of Texas at El Paso Miners in Bowling Green, Ky. on Thursday, Feb. 27, 2025.

[Photo] Lady Toppers roll UTEP in scoring showcase

February 27, 2025
Lady Toppers Head Coach Greg Collins speaks to his team ahead of the Lady Toppers game against the University of Texas at El Paso Miners in Bowling Green, Ky. on Thursday, Feb. 27, 2025.

Veronica Butler, freshman triple major, gives a speech of affirmation during the Student Government Association’s meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 25, 2025.

Kiersten Washington, author of resolution 2-25-S, fields questions about the resolution during the Student Government Association’s meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 25, 2025.

[Photo] SGA passes resolution to support Gordon Wilson Hall elevator installation

February 25, 2025
Vice President Donte Reed gives a report during the Student Government Association’s meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 25, 2025.

Chef Financial Officer Ethan Taylor gives his report during the Student Government Association’s meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 25, 2025.

Student Body President Sam Kurtz delivers his report during the Student Government Association’s meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 25, 2025.

Senator Ryan Dilts asks a question during the Student Government Association’s meeting on Monday, March 24, 2025.

Senator Maggie Yelton proposes bill 6-25-S during the Student Government Association’s meeting on Monday, March 24, 2025.

Senator Maggie Yelton asks a question during the Student Government Association’s meeting on Monday, March 24, 2025.

Kiersten Washington, author of resolution 2-25-S, fields questions about the resolution during the Student Government Association’s meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 25, 2025.

[Photo] SGA passes resolution to support Gordon Wilson Hall elevator installation

Anna Bell Lee, Staff Photographer
February 25, 2025
Student Body President Sam Kurtz delivers his report describing the number of voters in SGA elections during the Student Government Association’s meeting on Monday, March 24, 2025.

Senator Savannah Kurts fixes her pink wig ahead of the Student Government Association’s meeting on Monday, March 24, 2025.

Western Kentucky Hilltoppers guard Don McHenry (2) loses the ball from his hands during the Hilltoppers game against the Sam Houston Bearkats in Bowling Green, Ky. On Friday, Feb. 21, 2025

Photos: Hilltoppers lose to Sam Houston

Hallie Stafford and Eli Randolph
February 21, 2025
Western Kentucky Hilltoppers guard Don McHenry (2) attempts a layup during the Hilltoppers game against the Sam Houston Bearkats in Bowling Green, Ky. on Wednesday, March 19, 2025.

Western Kentucky Hilltoppers guard Enoch Kalambay (23) goes for loose ball during the Hilltoppers game against the Sam Houston Bearkats in Bowling Green, Ky. on Wednesday, March 19, 2025.

A ref speaks with Sam Houston guard Erik Taylor (12) about his behavior during the Hilltoppers game against the Sam Houston Bearkats in Bowling Green, Ky. on Thursday, Feb. 20, 2025.

Sam Houston guard Brennen Burns (0) battles for the ball during the Hilltoppers game against the Sam Houston Bearkats in Bowling Green, Ky. on Thursday, Feb. 20, 2025.

Western Kentucky Hilltoppers guard Don McHenry (2) dives for a loose ball during the Hilltoppers game against the Sam Houston Bearkats in Bowling Green, Ky. on Thursday, Feb. 20, 2025.

Western Kentucky Hilltoppers forward Tyrone Marshall Jr. (24) battles a Sam Houston defender during the Hilltoppers game against the Sam Houston Bearkats in Bowling Green, Ky. on Thursday, Feb. 20, 2025.

Western Kentucky Hilltoppers guard Braxton Bayless (0) attempts a layup during the Hilltoppers game against the Sam Houston Bearkats in Bowling Green, Ky. on Thursday, Feb. 20, 2025.

Sam Houston forward Cheikh Ndiaye (23) scores over Western Kentucky Hilltoppers guard Enoch Kalambay (23) during the Hilltoppers game against the Sam Houston Bearkats in Bowling Green, Ky. on Thursday, Feb. 20, 2025.

Sam Houston guard Marcus Boykin (5) attempts a layup during the Hilltoppers game against the Sam Houston Bearkats in Bowling Green, Ky. on Thursday, Feb. 20, 2025.

Sam Houston guard Marcus Boykin (5) drives the lane against Western Kentucky Hilltoppers guard Don McHenry (2) during the Hilltoppers game against the Sam Houston Bearkats in Bowling Green, Ky. on Thursday, Feb. 20, 2025.

Western Kentucky Hilltoppers guard Enoch Kalambay (23) and Sam Houston forward Kalifa Sakho (34) battle for a rebound during the Hilltoppers game against the Sam Houston Bearkats in Bowling Green, Ky. on Thursday, Feb. 20, 2025.

Sam Houston guard Marcus Boykin (5) takes a shot at the basket during the Hilltoppers game against the Sam Houston Bearkats in Bowling Green, Ky. on Thursday, Feb. 20, 2025.

Sam Houston forward Cameron Hunter (25) attempts to rebound the ball during the Hilltoppers game against the Sam Houston Bearkats in Bowling Green, Ky. on Thursday, Feb. 20, 2025.

WKU head coach Hank Plona speaks to his team ahead of the Hilltoppers game against the Sam Houston Bearkats in Bowling Green, Ky. on Thursday, Feb. 20, 2025.

[Photo] A look inside WKU Men's Basketball's 4-game losing streak

February 22, 2025
Classes are canceled on Wednesday Feb. 20, due to snow starting on Tuesday, Feb. 18, 2025.

[Photo] All campuses closed, classes canceled again

February 19, 2025
Senator Kaison barton speaks on bill 1-25-f during the Student Government Association’s weekly meeting in the senate chambers on Tuesday, Feb. 18, 2025. The bill aims to create a memorial scholarship in honor of the late Director of Track and Field, Steven ‘Brent’ Chumbley.

[Photo] SGA allocates funds to scholarship honoring the late Brent Chumbley

February 19, 2025
Classes are canceled on Wednesday Feb. 19, due to snow starting on Tuesday, Feb. 18, 2025.

[Photo] All campuses closed, classes canceled Wednesday due to winter weather

February 18, 2025
Student Body President Sam Kurtz delivers his report during the Student Government Association’s weekly meeting in the senate chambers on Tuesday, Feb. 18, 2025.

Senator Kaison barton speaks on bill 1-25-f during the Student Government Association’s weekly meeting in the senate chambers on Tuesday, Feb. 18, 2025. The bill aims to create a memorial scholarship in honor of the late Director of Track and Field, Steven ‘Brent’ Chumbley.

[Photo] SGA allocates funds to scholarship honoring the late Brent Chumbley

Anna Bell Lee, Staff Photographer
February 19, 2025
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