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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
Florida International University guard Ashton Williamson (3) attempts a layup during the Toppers basketball game vs. the Florida International University Panthers at E.A. Diddle Arena on March, 6, 2025. WKU won 76-67.

Florida International University forward Jonathan Aybar (21) has a layup attempt knocked loose during the Toppers basketball game vs. the Florida International University Panthers at E.A. Diddle Arena on March, 6, 2025. WKU won 76-67.

Florida International University guard Kole Williams (25) drives the lane during the Toppers basketball game vs. the Florida International University Panthers at E.A. Diddle Arena on March, 6, 2025. WKU won 76-67.

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

Florida International University center Vianney Salatchoum (23) drives the lane during the Toppers basketball game vs. the Florida International University Panthers at E.A. Diddle Arena on March, 6, 2025. WKU won 76-67.

Western Kentucky Hilltoppers guard Don McHenry (2) makes a pass to the paint during the Toppers basketball game vs. the Florida International University Panthers at E.A. Diddle Arena on March, 6, 2025. WKU won 76-67.

Western Kentucky Hilltoppers forward Tyrone Marshall Jr. (24) throws down a slam dunk during the Toppers basketball game vs. the Florida International University Panthers at E.A. Diddle Arena on March, 6, 2025. WKU won 76-67.

[Photo] Hilltoppers host Liberty for regular season finale

March 8, 2025
Florida International. University guard Dashon Gittens (1) attempts a layup during the Toppers basketball game vs. the Florida International University Panthers at E.A. Diddle Arena on March, 6, 2025. WKU won 76-67.

Western Kentucky Hilltoppers basketball head coach Hank Plona talks with his starting lineup prior to the Toppers basketball game vs. the Florida International University Panthers at E.A. Diddle Arena on March, 6, 2025. WKU won 76-67.

[Photo] CUSA chaos: How does WKU clinch conference 6 seed?

March 7, 2025
Western Kentucky forward Blaise Keita (1) attempts to rebound the ball during the Hiltopper's game against the FIU Panthers in Bowling Green Ky. on Thursday, March 6, 2025.

Western Kentucky Lady Toppers guard Destiny Salary (1) opens her arms in gratitude to the fans during the senior day recognition following the Lady Toppers basketball game vs. the New Mexico State University Aggies at E.A. Diddle Arena on March, 1, 2025. WKU won 85-68.

Photos: Lady Toppers win on senior day

Ian Pitchford, Staff Photographer
March 1, 2025
Western Kentucky Lady Toppers guard Alexis Mead (3) signs autographs for a sea of young fans during the senior day recognition following the Lady Toppers basketball game vs. the New Mexico State University Aggies at E.A. Diddle Arena on March, 1, 2025. WKU won 85-68.

Western Kentucky Lady Toppers pose at center court for a photo during the senior day recognition following the Lady Toppers basketball game vs. the New Mexico State University Aggies at E.A. Diddle Arena on March, 1, 2025. WKU won 85-68.

Western Kentucky Lady Toppers guard Alexis Mead (3) and head coach Greg Collins embrace each other during the senior day recognition following the Lady Toppers basketball game vs. the New Mexico State University Aggies at E.A. Diddle Arena on March, 1, 2025. WKU won 85-68.

Western Kentucky Lady Toppers guard Mackenzie Chatfield (0) attempts a midrange shot during the Lady Toppers basketball game vs. the New Mexico State University Aggies at E.A. Diddle Arena on March, 1, 2025. WKU won 85-68.

[Photo] Lady Toppers start final roadtrip at FIU

March 5, 2025
Western Kentucky Lady Toppers guard Josie Gilvin (33) makes a layup during the Lady Toppers basketball game vs. the New Mexico State University Aggies at E.A. Diddle Arena on March, 1, 2025. WKU won 85-68.

Western Kentucky Lady Toppers guard Josie Gilvin (33) attempts a layup during the Lady Toppers basketball game vs. the New Mexico State University Aggies at E.A. Diddle Arena on March, 1, 2025. WKU won 85-68.

Western Kentucky Lady Toppers guard Alexis Mead (3) attempts a three-point field goal over New Mexico State Aggie guard Loes Rozing during the Lady Toppers basketball game vs. the New Mexico State University Aggies at E.A. Diddle Arena on March, 1, 2025. WKU won 85-68.

[Photo] Lady Toppers secure senior day win

March 1, 2025
Western Kentucky Lady Toppers guard Alexis Mead (3) attempts a layup during the Lady Toppers basketball game vs. the New Mexico State University Aggies at E.A. Diddle Arena on March, 1, 2025. WKU won 85-68.

Western Kentucky Lady Toppers guard Alexis Mead (3) looses possession while attempting a layup during the Lady Toppers basketball game vs. the New Mexico State University Aggies at E.A. Diddle Arena on March, 1, 2025. WKU won 85-68.

[Photo] Lady Toppers look for CUSA tournament win against FIU

March 12, 2025
Western Kentucky Lady Toppers forward Zsofia Telegdy (23) juggles basketballs at half court prior to the Lady Toppers basketball game vs. the New Mexico State University Aggies at E.A. Diddle Arena on March, 1, 2025. WKU won 85-68.

Eden Pendley, a senior history and social studies major (left) and Elena Carder, senior history major (right), look over the rules of The Bride Game before playing in Cherry Hall on Monday, Feb. 10, 2025.

[Photo] Students turn back the clock at Vintage Board Game Night

Anthony Clauson, News Reporter
February 11, 2025
A selection of board games from the 1960s and 1970s were available to be played in Cherry Hall on Monday, Feb. 10, 2025. Most games having to do with fashion, popularity or success.

Western Kentucky Lady Toppers forward Zsofia Telegdy (23) catches the ball from a pass in the E.A Diddle Arena on Saturday, Feb. 8, 2025.

Photos: Lady Toppers beat Jacksonville State 68-64

Adin Parks and Ian Pitchford
February 8, 2025
Jacksonville State forward Bre’Anna Rhodes (10) attempts a layup over Western Kentucky Lady Toppers forward Zsofia Telegdy (23) during the matchup against Jacksonville State University at E.A Diddle Arena on Saturday, Feb. 8, 2025.

Western Kentucky Lady Toppers guard Alexis Mead (3) attempts a layup during the matchup against Jacksonville State University at E.A Diddle Arena on Saturday, Feb. 8, 2025.

Western Kentucky Lady Toppers guard Acacia Hayes (10) drives the ball through traffic during the matchup against Jacksonville State University at E.A Diddle Arena on Saturday, Feb. 8., 2025.

[Photo] Lady Toppers lock up 3 seed in CUSA tournament

March 7, 2025
Western Kentucky Lady Toppers guard Alexis Mead (3) attempts a contested layup during the matchup against Jacksonville State University in E.A Diddle Arena on Saturday, Feb. 8, 2025.

Jacksonville State head coach Rick Pietri yells to his team on a defensive play during the matchup between Western Kentucky and Jacksonville State in E.A Diddle Arena on Saturday, Feb. 8, 2025.

Western Kentucky Lady Toppers guard Josie Gilvin (33) attempts a layup during the matchup against Jacksonville State University at E.A Diddle Arena on Saturday, Feb. 8, 2025.

[Photo] Lady Toppers end road trip with comeback victory

February 22, 2025
Western Kentucky Lady Toppers guard Alexis Mead (3) draws a foul during the matchup against Jacksonville State University in E.A Diddle Arena onSaturday, Feb. 8, 2025.

[Photo] Lady Toppers prepare for rematch with rival MTSU

February 13, 2025
Western Kentucky Lady Toppers guard Alexis Mead (3) inbounds the ball to Western Kentucky Lady Toppers guard Destiny Salary (1) during the matchup against Jacksonville State University in E.A Diddle Arena on Saturday, Feb. 8, 2025.

[Photo] Lady Toppers to host UTEP

February 26, 2025
Western Kentucky Lady Toppers guard Destiny Salary (1) attempts a layup during the matchup against Jacksonville State University in E.A Diddle Arena on Saturday, Feb. 8, 2025.

[Photo] Lady Toppers fall at MTSU, split season series with Blue Raiders

February 15, 2025
Western Kentucky Lady Toppers guard Alexis Mead (3) drives the lane during the matchup against Jacksonville State University in E.A Diddle Arena on Saturday, Feb. 8, 2025.

The WKU Lady Toppers basketball team breaks the huddle before their game against Jacksonville State University in E.A Diddle Arena on Saturday, Feb. 8, 2025.

Western Kentucky Hilltoppers linebacker Nathan Griffin (45)and defensive lineman Brandon Tobias (96) celebrate winning over JSU after WKU's game against Jacksonville State University in Bowing Green, Ky. on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. This win clinched a spot in the C-USA championship.

Photos: WKU wins over Jacksonville State 19-17

Ian Pitchford, Jacob Sebastian, and Eli Randolph
November 30, 2024
Western Kentucky wide receiver Kisean Johnson (0) gains yards during WKU’s game against Jacksonville State in L.T. Smith Stadium in on Saturday Nov. 30, 2024. WKU won 19-17.

[Photo] Hilltoppers prepare for Boca Raton Bowl

December 17, 2024
Western Kentucky running back Elijah Young (3) breaks a tackle during WKU’s game against Jacksonville State in L.T. Smith Stadium in on Saturday Nov. 30, 2024. WKU won 19-17.

Western Kentucky running back Elijah Young (3) hops over a defender during WKU’s game against Jacksonville State in L.T. Smith Stadium in on Saturday Nov. 30, 2024. WKU won 19-17.

Western Kentucky quarterback Caden Veltkamp (10) looks for an opportunity during WKU’s game against Jacksonville State in L.T. Smith Stadium in on Saturday Nov. 30, 2024. WKU won 19-17.

Western Kentucky wide receiver Kisean Johnson (0) and Jacksonville State cornerback Fred Davis II (10) go head to head after a play during WKU’s game against Jacksonville State in L.T. Smith Stadium in on Saturday Nov. 30, 2024. WKU won 19-17.

Western Kentucky wide receiver Kisean Johnson (0) looks into the stands after an incomplete touchdown pass during WKU’s game against Jacksonville State in L.T. Smith Stadium in on Saturday Nov. 30, 2024.

[Photo] WKU held to 3 points in second half, drops Boca Raton Bowl

December 18, 2024
Western Kentucky running back Elijah Young (3) is tackled during a run by Jacksonville State safety Fred Perry (6) during WKU’s game against Jacksonville State in L.T. Smith Stadium in on Saturday Nov. 30, 2024. WKU won 19-17.

The Western Kentucky cheerleaders face the crowd during the senior night recognition before WKU’s game against Jacksonville State in L.T. Smith Stadium in on Saturday Nov. 30, 2024. WKU won 19-17.

The Western Kentucky Hilltoppers women’s volleyball team celebrates after being awarded the conference champions trophy following their win against Liberty University at Diddle Arena on Nov. 14, 2024. WKU won 3-0, and is 17-0 in conference play.

[Photo] WKU Volleyball claims sole possession of C-USA regular season title

Jake McMahon, Sports Editor
November 14, 2024
The Western Kentucky Hilltoppers women’s volleyball team celebrates after being awarded the conference champions trophy following their win against Liberty University at Diddle Arena on Nov. 14, 2024. WKU won 3-0, and is 17-0 in conference play.

[Photo] WKU Volleyball looks for back-to-back C-USA tournament titles

November 21, 2024
Telia Butler, Downtown Development Coordinator for the city of Bowling Green (right), and Dr. Martha Sales, Dean of Students and Vice President of Student Experience (left), talk about free parking in downtown Bowling Green. Photographed on Wednesday, October 17, 202 at Fountain Square Park.

[Photo] IN PRINT: ‘I became a person at WKU that I fell in love with’: Martha Sales reflects on life, leadership and growth

Price Wilborn, Editor-in-Chief
November 14, 2024
Western Kentucky forward, Tyrone Marshall Jr. (24), attempts a layup during a matchup against Campbellsville university at Diddle Arena on Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2024. WKU won 104-76.

Photos: WKU basketball tops Campbellsville 104-76

Ian Pitchford, Staff Photographer
November 13, 2024
Bennett Gatewood, 76, and his sister, Patricia Tillman, 74, step out of their car and walk toward the Living Hope Baptist Church polling location on Election Day on Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2024.

Photos: LIVE GALLERY: Election Day 2024 around Bowling Green

Dominic Di Palermo, Anna Bell Lee, Gabriel Milby, Adin Parks, and Ian Pitchford
November 5, 2024
A voter casts their vote at State Street Baptist Church in Bowling Green on Election Day 2024.

Flo Rida brings WKU students on stage to sing with him during his performance on South Lawn prior to the WKU and Kennesaw State University football game on Wednesday, Oct. 30, 2024.

Photos: ‘It’s going down for real’: Flo Rida performs on South Lawn

Ian Pitchford, Staff Photographer
October 30, 2024
The Hilltoppers and the Miners lineup during WKU’s game against The University of Texas at El Paso in Bowing Green, Ky. on Thursday, Oct. 10, 2024.

Photos: WKU Football wins against UTEP 44-17

Eli Randolph, Hallie Stafford, and Ian Pitchford
October 11, 2024
Western Kentucky Hilltoppers Elijah Young (3) looses his shoe in a tackle during the matchup against the University of Texas at El Paso at Houchens Industries L. T. Smith Stadium in Bowling Green on Thursday, October 10, 2024. WKU won 44-17.

[Photo] Pardon My Jake: A messy defensive performance is cause for concern

November 10, 2024
Western Kentucky Hilltoppers quarterback Caden Veltkamp (10) makes an attempt to gain yards during the matchup against the University of Texas at El Paso at Houchens Industries L. T. Smith Stadium in Bowling Green on Thursday, October 10, 2024. Veltkamp recorded three touchdowns and threw for 264 yards.

Chauncey Freeman smashes the car during the tailgate on south lawn before the Western Kentucky football game against the University Texas at El Paso on Thursday, October 10, 2024. WKU won 44-17

Western Kentucky Hilltoppers wide receiver Michael Mathison (4) flips the ball after a touchdown during the matchup against the University of Texas at El Paso at Houchens Industries L. T. Smith Stadium in Bowling Green on Thursday, October 10, 2024. Mathison recorded two receiving touchdowns. WKU won 44-17.

Western Kentucky Hilltoppers quarterback Kaden Veltkamp (10) celebrates with fans after a touchdown during the matchup against the University of Texas at El Paso at Houchens Industries L. T. Smith Stadium in Bowling Green on Thursday, October 10, 2024.

[Photo] Pardon my Jake: WKU pulls away at Sam Houston

October 20, 2024
Western Kentucky Hilltoppers quarterback Caden Veltkamp (10) fights into the end zone for a touchdown during the matchup against the University of Texas at El Paso at Houchens Industries L. T. Smith Stadium in Bowling Green on Thursday, October 10, 2024. Veltkamp recorded three touchdowns and threw for 264 yards.

[Photo] WKU uses fourth quarter surge to take down Sam Houston

October 16, 2024
Western Kentucky Hilltoppers line backer Sebastian Benjamin (9) sacks the University of Texas at El Paso quarter back Skyler Locklear (9) during their matchup at Houchens Industries L. T. Smith Stadium in Bowling Green on Thursday, October 10, 2024.

Western Kentucky Hilltoppers wide receiver Dalvin Smith (17) celebrates with his team after scoring a touchdown during a game against the University of Texas at El Paso at Houchens Industries L. T. Smith Stadium in Bowling Green on Thursday, October 10, 2024. Smith had one touchdown and 39 receiving yards. WKU won 44-17.

[Photo] WKU Football looks to stay atop C-USA

October 29, 2024
Brady Johnson, a senior finance major and member of Phi Delta Theta fraternity, plays corn hole during the tailgate on south lawn before the Western Kentucky football game against the University Texas at El Paso on Thursday, October 10, 2024. WKU won 44-17

Andrew Swanson, owner of Forerunner and Q&A MC (left), and Tom O’Connell, stunt double, actor and producer (right), answer questions during the Q&A at This Is The Way Stagecraft, Stunts & Fighting On Screen at the WKU Innovation Campus on Friday, September 27, 2024.

[Photo] Darth Vader stunt double Tom O’Connell talks life, respect and kindness at Innovation Campus

September 28, 2024
Andrew Swanson, owner of Forerunner and Q&A MC (left), and Tom O’Connell, stunt double, actor and producer (right), answer questions during the Q&A at This Is The Way Stagecraft, Stunts & Fighting On Screen at the WKU Innovation Campus on Friday, September 27, 2024.

[Photo] Darth Vader stunt double Tom O’Connell talks life, respect and kindness at Innovation Campus

Anthony Clauson, News Reporter
September 28, 2024
Outside hitter Kaylee Cox (8) successfully hits the ball past University of Dayton defense at Diddle Arena on Friday, Sept. 13, 2024.

Photos: Women’s Volleyball falls behind 3-0 at the Hyatt Place Invitational

Gabriel Milby, Ian Pitchford, Jacob Sebastian, and Hallie Stafford
September 15, 2024
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