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Wyatt Sparkman, Sports Reporter

Wyatt Sparkman is a sports reporter covering both baseball and football. He’s a junior from Louisville, Kentucky.

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‘I just thought this was divine intervention': Harbaugh reflects 20 years after title

‘I just thought this was divine intervention’: Harbaugh reflects 20 years after title

Wyatt Sparkman, News reporter
September 13, 2022
Sophomore Cedric Johnson competes in triple-jump during day two of the Hilltopper Relays Saturday, April 2, 2022 at the Charles M. Ruter Track and Field Complex in Bowling Green, Kentucky on the Western Kentucky University campus.

WKU wins five events and earns 25 top-five finishes in Hilltopper Relays

Wyatt Sparkman, Sports Editor
April 4, 2022
WKU head coach Tyson Helton speaks with the team during the game against the Arkansas Razorbacks at Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 9, 2019. WKU defeated Arkansas 45-19.

WKU concludes first week of spring practice

Wyatt Sparkman, Sports Editor
March 26, 2022
Western Kentucky University football team steps onto Feix Field in Houchens-Smith Stadium before the 2021 homecoming game against the Charlotte 49ers on Oct. 30.

WKU finishes second practice of spring ball

Wyatt Sparkman, Sports Editor
March 24, 2022
WKU Volleyball's Briggs named to 2022 Women's Collegiate National Team

WKU Volleyball’s Briggs named to 2022 Women’s Collegiate National Team

Wyatt Sparkman, Sports Editor
March 22, 2022
Hilltoppers Softball’s senior outfielder Taylor Davis (6) slides home avoiding the tag of the University of Arkansas Softball’s catcher to put a run on the board during their matchup on March 21st at the WKU Softball Complex.

WKU Softball drops first home game of the season against No. 10 Arkansas

Wyatt Sparkman, Sports Editor
March 21, 2022
WKU Softball's 5th year pitcher Shelby Nunn (10) makes a pitch to home plate during their matchup with the Bellarmine University Softball team on Feb. 18 at the WKU Softball Complex.

WKU sweeps season series with UTEP after run-rule win

Wyatt Sparkman, Sports Editor
March 20, 2022
WKU players celebrates after WKU infielder, Taylor Sanders (15) hit a homerun during the game against UAB Saturday, March 20, 2021. 

WKU wins nailbiter against UTEP in walk-off fashion

Wyatt Sparkman, Sports Editor
March 19, 2022
WKU Softball's 5th year pitcher Shelby Nunn (10) makes a pitch to home plate during their matchup with the Bellarmine University Softball team on Feb. 18 at the WKU Softball Complex.

Nunn pitches career-high in strikeouts in shutout win over UTEP

Wyatt Sparkman, Sports Editor
March 18, 2022
WKU quarterback Bailey Zappe unleashes a pass during the Hilltoppers' spring game back in April.

WKU Football announces 2022 Spring Game

Wyatt Sparkman, Sports Editor
March 17, 2022
WKU junior infielder TJ Webster encourages fifth-year pitcher Shelby Nunn during WKU's exhibition doubleheader against Austin Peay on Oct. 12, 2021.

Nunn pitches shutout against Saint Louis in WKU’s final game of Ole Miss Classic

Wyatt Sparkman, Sports Editor
March 6, 2022
WKU head coach Tyson Helton speaks with the team during the game against the Arkansas Razorbacks at Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 9, 2019. WKU defeated Arkansas 45-19.

Helton promotes Tyson Summers to defensive coordinator

Wyatt Sparkman, Sports Editor
February 23, 2022
WKU Hilltoppers defensive coordinator Maurice Crum during day 10 fall camp at Houchens Industries-L.T. Smith Stadium on August 13, 2021 in Bowling Green, KY

WKU’s Crum to become Ole Miss’ co-defensive coordinator, linebacker coach

Wyatt Sparkman, Sports Editor
February 22, 2022
WKU Lady Topper senior guard Meral Abdelgawad (4) shoots for two Saturday afternoon, Jan. 22 of 2022 during a match against the FIU Panthers in Diddle Arena. FIU lost 87-66.

Abdelgawad’s 28 points help lead Lady Toppers to 10th C-USA win

Wyatt Sparkman, Sports Editor
February 13, 2022
Western Kentucky Hilltoppers outfielder Brylee Hage (11) Green Bay vs WKU February 23, 2020 at WKU Softball Complex

WKU Softball bounces back with first run-rule win to end its final day at the Aggie Classic

Wyatt Sparkman, Sports Editor
February 13, 2022
Lady Topper Kelsey Aikey (12) pitching against Illinois State on March 1, 2020 at the WKU Softball Complex

Gardner shines as WKU gets shutout in second day of Aggie Classic

Wyatt Sparkman, Sports Editor
February 12, 2022
WKU quarterback Bailey Zappe (4) went 46-of-64 for 488 yards and three touchdowns but the Hilltoppers fell to No. 17 Michigan State 48-31 on Oct. 2, 2021 in East Lansing, Michigan.

Zappe and Malone have a stellar day at the Reese’s Senior Bowl

Wyatt Sparkman, Sports Editor
February 6, 2022
WKU Hilltoppers’ fifth-year Savannah Heckman (8) competes in the mile at the Lenny Lyles Invitational track and field meet Saturday, Jan. 28 of 2022 at the Norton Healthcare Sports and Learning Center in Louisville, Kentucky.

Track and Field takes home trio of top finishes, 15 top fives in Bellarmine Classic

Wyatt Sparkman, Sports Editor
February 5, 2022
WKU freshman guard Alexis Mead goes up for a layup and gets fouled in a 79-74 lost to Charlotte on Feb. 3 inside Diddle Arena.

Lady Toppers allow 11-point comeback to Charlotte, losing third straight game

Wyatt Sparkman, Sports Editor
February 3, 2022
Former WKU Football player that was reported missing is found safe

Former WKU Football player that was reported missing is found safe

Wyatt Sparkman, Sports Editor
January 27, 2022
Western Kentucky University head coach Tyson Helton roams the sidelines at Cardinal Stadium on Sept. 12, 2020. 

Helton brings Tyson Summers and Enrique Davis onto his staff

Wyatt Sparkman, Sports Editor
January 21, 2022
WKU head coach Tyson Helton leads his squad on to the field to play in-state adversary, the Louisville Cardinals on September 14, 2019 at Nissan Stadium. Louisville won 38-21.

Andy LaRussa promoted to assistant head coach for WKU Football

Wyatt Sparkman, Sports Editor
January 20, 2022
The Lady Toppers took on the KSU Thorobrettes in a regular season matchup on Nov. 21, 2021 at Diddle Arena.

Lady Toppers get a time change for Thursday’s game against FAU

Wyatt Sparkman, Sports Editor
January 20, 2022
WKU senior Laura Bernardos went 6-7 in singles play and 6-8 in doubles across the 2020 tennis season.

Lady Toppers open their 2022 season with a win over Bellarmine

Wyatt Sparkman, Sports Editor
January 18, 2022
Rick Stansbury, head coach of the WKU Hilltoppers basketball team, helps clear brush on Craig Street near WKU’s campus. Stansbury cleared debris with members of the team, who cleaned up in place of practice. “We will get more out of this than from having practice,” Stansbury said.

WKU Athletics provides needed escape for fans

Wyatt Sparkman, Sports Editor
January 18, 2022
WKU grabs two MAC wideouts in the transfer portal

WKU grabs two MAC wideouts in the transfer portal

Wyatt Sparkman, Sports Editor
January 17, 2022
WKU Football lands Mountaineer quarterback Doege

WKU Football lands Mountaineer quarterback Doege

Wyatt Sparkman, Sports Editor
January 16, 2022
WKU quarterback Bailey Zappe (4) went 46-of-64 for 488 yards and three touchdowns but the Hilltoppers fell to No. 17 Michigan State 48-31 on Oct. 2, 2021 in East Lansing, Michigan.

Zappe wins the Earl Campbell Tyler Rose Award

Wyatt Sparkman, Sports Editor
January 13, 2022
WKU Lady Hilltoppers’ freshman guard Mya Meredith (5) attempts a layup against the Purdue Boilermakers in Diddle Arena during their opening conference match on Wednesday evening, Nov. 10 of 2021. Western lost the match 79-69.

Meredith wins C-USA Freshman of the Week for the second week in a row

Wyatt Sparkman, Sports Editor
January 10, 2022
WKU Lady Topper freshman guard Mya Meredith (5) drives to the rim through the West Virginia State University Yellow Jackets defense.

Shorthanded Lady Toppers improve to 3-0 in C-USA play

Wyatt Sparkman, Sports Editor
January 8, 2022
WKU junior defensive lineman Deangelo Malone (10) celebrates making a stop during the game against MTSU in L.T. Smith Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2019.

WKU sack leader Malone to join Zappe at NFL Combine

Wyatt Sparkman, Sports Editor
January 8, 2022
WKU quarterback Bailey Zappe (4) went 46-of-64 for 488 yards and three touchdowns but the Hilltoppers fell to No. 17 Michigan State 48-31 on Oct. 2, 2021 in East Lansing, Michigan.

Zappe invited to 2022 NFL Combine

Wyatt Sparkman, Sports Editor
January 7, 2022
WKU wide receiver Jerreth Sterns (8) celebrates after scoring a touchdown during the Hilltoppers' season-opening 59-21 win over UT Martin on Sept. 2, 2021.

Jerreth Sterns named to All-Bowl Team

Wyatt Sparkman, Sports Editor
January 6, 2022
WKU Lady Hilltoppers’ freshman guard Mya Meredith (5) attempts a layup against the Purdue Boilermakers in Diddle Arena during their opening conference match on Wednesday evening, Nov. 10 of 2021. Western lost the match 79-69.

Abdelgawad and Meredith win both C-USA Player of the Week Awards

Wyatt Sparkman, Sports Editor
January 3, 2022
Running backs coach Carlos Locklyn talking to graduate running back Adam Cofield during WKU's second spring practice on March 18, 2021. 

Cofield enters the NFL Draft

Wyatt Sparkman, Sports Editor
December 24, 2021
WKU wide receiver Jerreth Sterns (8) celebrates after scoring a touchdown during the Hilltoppers' season-opening 59-21 win over UT Martin on Sept. 2, 2021.

Jerreth Sterns Declares for the NFL Draft

Wyatt Sparkman, Sports Editor
December 19, 2021
WKU quarterback Bailey Zappe unleashes a pass during the Hilltoppers' spring game back in April.

WKU dominates App State 59-31 in the Boca Raton Bowl, Zappe sets two FBS records in final game as a Hilltopper

Wyatt Sparkman, Sports Editor
December 18, 2021
WKU Hilltoppers quarterback Bailey Zappe (4) warms up before the game November 6, 2021.

WKU vs App State: Different styles clash, Zappe and Kittley prepare for final game together

Wyatt Sparkman, Sports Editor
December 16, 2021
WKU head coach Tyson Helton on the sidelines during the game against the Arkansas Razorbacks at Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 9, 2019. WKU defeated Arkansas 45-19.

Helton announces promotions, expects Kittley back for bowl game

Wyatt Sparkman, Sports Reporter
December 9, 2021
Love and basketball: Camron and Kaylee Justice juggle marriage and hoops

Love and basketball: Camron and Kaylee Justice juggle marriage and hoops

Wyatt Sparkman, Sports reporter
December 8, 2021
WKU quarterback Bailey Zappe (4) stands in the pocket during the Hilltoppers' season-opening 59-21 win over UT Martin on Sept. 2, 2021. Zappe threw seven touchdowns, setting the single-game record for touchdown passes at Houchens-Smith Stadium.

Zappe, Sterns, Malone honored with Conference USA superlatives

Wyatt Sparkman, Football reporter
December 8, 2021
Zach Kittley was introduced as WKU's new offensive coordinator on Dec. 14, 2020 following the end of the regular season. Kittley most recently coached at Houston Baptist and Texas Tech. 

Kittley takes offensive coordinator position at Texas Tech

Wyatt Sparkman, Football reporter
December 6, 2021
Western Kentucky University defensive back Antwon Kincade (1) tackles 49ers running back Calvin Camp (5) during the 2021 homecoming game on Oct. 30.

Kincade declares for draft, Zappe and Sterns continue to garner attention

Wyatt Sparkman, Football reporter
December 6, 2021
WKU freshman running back Kye Robichaux is hounded by UTSA's defense during the Hilltoppers' 52-46 loss to the Roadrunners at Houchens-Smith Stadium on Oct. 9, 2021.

WKU’s C-USA Championship comeback falls short, UTSA holds on to win rematch

Wyatt Sparkman, Football reporter
December 3, 2021
WKU redshirt freshman wide receiver Dalvin Smith (17) evades UTSA redshirt sophomore cornerback Ken Robinson (21) during WKU's game at Houchens-Smith Stadium on Oct. 9, 2021. UTSA won 52-46.

WKU vs UTSA: Hilltoppers have a chance to showcase improvement in second meeting with Roadrunners

Wyatt Sparkman, Football reporter
December 2, 2021
Hilltoppers’ defense carries a FAU player before dropping him to end the play during their matchup.

Sparky Notes: Ground game hitting its stride ahead of UTSA rematch, defense has fully matured

Wyatt Sparkman, Football reporter
December 1, 2021
Hilltopper wideout Daewood Davis celebrates with the WKU crowd at Joan C. Edwards Stadium following a successful touchdown play during WKU's 53-21 win over Marshall on Nov. 27, 2021.

Hilltoppers roll Herd to clinch C-USA championship berth, Zappe breaks single-season TD record

Wyatt Sparkman, Football reporter
November 27, 2021
Hilltoppers’ freshman wide receiver Malachi Corley runs through the FAU Owls’ defense during their matchup on Nov. 20, 2021 at Houchens-Smith Stadium.

WKU vs Marshall: Division title on the line in Huntington

Wyatt Sparkman, Football reporter
November 26, 2021
Hilltoppers’ graduate student Bailey Zappe (4) shares a moment with his father during their senior day celebration.

Sparky Notes: Zappe on track to shatter records, offensive line deserves more credit

Wyatt Sparkman, Football reporter
November 24, 2021
Hilltoppers’ junior wide receiver Daewood Davis (18) attempts a touchdown catch as FAU Owls’ freshman cornerback Jayden Williams (22) interferes with the play during their matchup on Nov. 20, 2021.

Hilltoppers blow out FAU 52-17 on senior day for sixth consecutive win 

Wyatt Sparkman, Football reporter
November 20, 2021
WKU Hilltoppers sophomore defensive backs Kahlef Hailassie (12) and Beanie Bishop (21) celebrate after returning it to the house during the MTSU game.

WKU vs FAU: Taggart returns to town, WKU looks for 11th straight senior day victory

Wyatt Sparkman, Football reporter
November 19, 2021
A group of WKU fans cheer on the Hilltoppers during the game against MTSU at Feix Field.

Sparky Notes: WKU is bowl-bound. Which bowl would be the most fun?

Wyatt Sparkman, Football reporter
November 17, 2021
C.J. Marria begins his weekly meal prep Thursday night, Nov. 11, 2021. Marria was gifted a cutting board (right) from his mom inscribed with with title, Chef C. He uses it as decoration and a way to plate the food he cooks.

WKU defensive end tackles culinary arts

Wyatt Sparkman, Football reporter
November 15, 2021
WKU Hilltoppers freshman wide receiver Josh Sterns (9) nearly catches a touchdown pass during the Saturday game against MTSU at Feix Field on November 6, 2021.

WKU clinches bowl berth, extends winning streak with 42-21 blowout of Rice

Wyatt Sparkman, Football reporter
November 13, 2021

WKU vs Rice: Don’t overlook the Owls

Wyatt Sparkman, Football reporter
November 12, 2021

Keeping up with C-USA: UTSA stays perfect, Monarchs stomp Panthers

Wyatt Sparkman, Football reporter
November 10, 2021
WKU Hilltoppers sophomore defensive backs Kahlef Hailassie (12) and Beanie Bishop (21) celebrate after returning it to the house during the MTSU game.

Sparky Notes: Defense building incredible story arc, Zappe and Sterns still best in the nation

Wyatt Sparkman, Football reporter
November 9, 2021
WKU Hilltoppers junior wide receiver Mitchell Tinsley (5) runs in for a touchdown during the game against MTSU at Houchens-Smith Stadium on November 6, 2021.

WKU breaks interception record, smothers MTSU with seven turnovers in 48-21 win

Wyatt Sparkman, Football reporter
November 6, 2021
University of the Cumberlands Patriots’ junior guard Isaiah Payton (10) leaps for a two-pointer in Diddle Arena on Nov. 5, 2021, in WKU’s final pre-season exhibition match. The Hilltoppers beat the Patriots out 88-59.

WKU finishes exhibition schedule with 88-59 win over Patriots

Wyatt Sparkman, Football reporter
November 5, 2021
The last time WKU and MTSU met, the Hilltoppers held on for a 20-17 victory. Another chapter of the famed 100 Miles of Hate rivalry will be written on Saturday.

WKU vs MTSU: Blue Raiders bringing staunch defense into rivalry matchup

Wyatt Sparkman, Football reporter
November 5, 2021
WKU defensive back Dominique Bradshaw (9) and A.J. Braithwaite, Jr. tackle a Charlotte 49ers players during the game at L.T. Smith Stadium on Oct. 30, 2021.

Sparky Notes: This team has hit its stride

Wyatt Sparkman, Football reporter
November 3, 2021
WKU freshman wide receiver Dakota Thomas (15) celebrates after freshman running back Noah Whittington (20) scores during WKU's 45-13 win over the Charlotte 49ers at Houchens-Smith Stadium on Oct. 30, 2021

Hilltoppers defeat 49ers 45-13 in rainy homecoming blowout

Wyatt Sparkman, Football reporter
October 30, 2021
The WKU Hilltoppers celebrate after a point against the MTSU Blue Raiders on Friday, Oct. 15 of 2021 during a match WKU won 3-0 in Diddle Arena.

WKU clinches east division championship on senior night, completes weekend sweep of ODU

Wyatt Sparkman, Football reporter
October 29, 2021

WKU looking for third straight victory in homecoming matchup with Charlotte

Wyatt Sparkman, Football Reporter
October 29, 2021

Keeping up with C-USA: Rice upsets Blazers, UTSA bowls over Bulldogs to stay perfect

Wyatt Sparkman, Football reporter
October 27, 2021
WKU redshirt linebacker Will Ignont (23), freshman running back Noah Whittington (20) and redshirt junior wide receiver Daewood Davis (18) stand at the ready on the sidelines during WKU's 34-19 victory over FIU in Miami, Florida on Oct. 23, 2021.

Sparky Notes: Defense showing improvement, offense still needs time to warm up

Wyatt Sparkman, Football reporter
October 26, 2021
WKU redshirt linebacker Will Ignont (23), freshman running back Noah Whittington (20) and redshirt junior wide receiver Daewood Davis (18) stand at the ready on the sidelines during WKU's 34-19 victory over FIU in Miami, Florida on Oct. 23, 2021.

Hilltoppers claim second consecutive C-USA road win, defense racks up seven sacks against FIU

Wyatt Sparkman, Football reporter
October 23, 2021

WKU vs FIU: Potential for offensive shootout in Miami

Wyatt Sparkman, Football reporter
October 22, 2021
WKU freshman wide receiver Dakota Thomas (15) celebrates in the end zone after catching his first-ever collegiate touchdown against the ODU Monarchs on Oct. 16, 2021. WKU went on to win 43-20.

Sparky Notes: The defense clocks in

Wyatt Sparkman, Football reporter
October 19, 2021
WKU wide receiver Jerreth Sterns (8) celebrates after scoring a touchdown during the Hilltoppers' season-opening 59-21 win over UT Martin on Sept. 2, 2021.

Sterns named WKU’s first AP Midseason All-American in FBS era

Wyatt Sparkman, Football reporter
October 19, 2021
WKU wide receiver Jerreth Sterns (8) celebrates after scoring a touchdown during the Hilltoppers' season-opening 59-21 win over UT Martin on Sept. 2, 2021.

C-USA award round-up: Sterns named offensive player of the week, more awards for WKU Volleyball

Wyatt Sparkman, Football reporter
October 18, 2021
WKU freshman wide receiver Dakota Thomas (15) celebrates in the end zone after catching his first-ever collegiate touchdown against the ODU Monarchs on Oct. 16, 2021. WKU went on to win 43-20.

‘We got the monkey off our back’ – WKU snaps losing streak, defeats ODU 43-20

Wyatt Sparkman, Football reporter
October 16, 2021
ODU redshirt sophomore running back Blake Watson will be a threat to WKU's rush defense when the two programs clash on Saturday, Oct. 16.

Hilltoppers looking to spoil Monarchs’ homecoming, snap four-game losing streak

Wyatt Sparkman, Football reporter
October 15, 2021

Keeping up with C-USA: Herd pull off OT win over Monarchs, Charlotte out front in the east

Wyatt Sparkman, Football reporter
October 14, 2021
WKU freshman running back Kye Robichaux is hounded by UTSA's defense during the Hilltoppers' 52-46 loss to the Roadrunners at Houchens-Smith Stadium on Oct. 9, 2021.

Sparky Notes: Where oh where has the defense gone?

Wyatt Sparkman, Football reporter
October 12, 2021
WKU redshirt freshman wide receiver Dalvin Smith (17) evades UTSA redshirt sophomore cornerback Ken Robinson (21) during WKU's game at Houchens-Smith Stadium on Oct. 9, 2021. UTSA won 52-46.

WKU’s comeback ends with an interception, Hilltoppers fall 52-46 to UTSA

Wyatt Sparkman, Football reporter
October 9, 2021

WKU to begin conference play against UTSA: What to expect from the Roadrunners

Wyatt Sparkman, Football reporter
October 8, 2021
Western Kentucky University senior running back Adam Cofield (7) is tackled at the one yard line during Saturday night’s game against the Indiana Hoosiers in Houchens-Smith Stadium. The Hoosiers won 33-31.

Sparky Notes: Slow starts and spotty rush defense sink Hilltoppers against Spartans

Wyatt Sparkman, Football reporter
October 5, 2021
WKU quarterback Bailey Zappe unleashes a pass during the Hilltoppers' spring game back in April.

Zappe named C-USA offensive player of the week following stellar performance against MSU

Wyatt Sparkman, Football reporter
October 4, 2021
Alcon State's Tristin Garcia (21) transferred to the Hill for the 2022 baseball season. Garcia attended Male High School in Louisville and had the third-best batting average in the nation this year (.445).

Louisville’s own Tristin Garcia brings consistent bat back to his home state

Wyatt Sparkman, Football reporter
October 3, 2021
WKU quarterback Bailey Zappe (4) went 46-of-64 for 488 yards and three touchdowns but the Hilltoppers fell to No. 17 Michigan State 48-31 on Oct. 2, 2021 in East Lansing, Michigan.

Hilltoppers unable to stop Spartan offense in loss to No. 17 Michigan State

Wyatt Sparkman, Football reporter
October 2, 2021
WKU wide receiver Malachi Corley (11) celebrates scoring a touchdown during the Hilltoppers' season-opening 59-21 win over UT Martin on Sept. 2, 2021.

WKU seeking first Big Ten win against No. 17 Michigan State

Wyatt Sparkman, Football reporter
October 1, 2021

Keeping up with C-USA: Roadrunners earn national attention, Rice breaks through for first victory

Wyatt Sparkman, Football reporter
September 30, 2021
Western Kentucky University senior running back Adam Cofield (7) is tackled at the one yard line during Saturday night’s game against the Indiana Hoosiers in Houchens-Smith Stadium. The Hoosiers won 33-31.

Sparky Notes: Hilltoppers beat themselves against Hoosiers

Wyatt Sparkman, Football reporter
September 28, 2021
WKU outside hitter Paige Briggs (1) spiking over opponents in a volleyball game against Ole Miss at Diddle Arena on the evening of Sept. 10, 2021.

C-USA award round-up: Briggs, Dieudonne, Brathwaite earn weekly award hardware

Wyatt Sparkman, Football reporter
September 27, 2021
Western Kentucky University senior running back Adam Cofield (7) is tackled at the one yard line during Saturday night’s game against the Indiana Hoosiers in Houchens-Smith Stadium. The Hoosiers won 33-31.

WKU comes up short against Hoosiers in front of record crowd

Wyatt Sparkman, Football reporter
September 25, 2021
WKU wide receiver Craig Burt Jr. (2) celebrates after scoring a touchdown during the Hilltoppers' season-opener. The Hilltoppers defeated The Skyhawks 59-21 on Sept. 2, 2021 at Houchens-Smith Stadium.

WKU set to host Indiana: What to expect from the Hoosiers

Wyatt Sparkman, Football reporter
September 24, 2021

Keeping up with C-USA: UAB steamrolls Mean Green, Bulldogs drop heartbreaker to SMU

Wyatt Sparkman, Football reporter
September 23, 2021

Keeping up with C-USA: FAU Owls fly, MTSU brings fight to the Hokies

Wyatt Sparkman, Football reporter
September 15, 2021
WKU wide receiver Ben Ratzlaff (22) makes the catch to put the Hilltoppers in the redzone. The Hilltoppers defeated the Skyhawks to open up their season 59-24 on September 2, 2021 at Houchens-Smith Stadium.

Sparky Notes: What could have been

Wyatt Sparkman, Football reporter
September 14, 2021
WKU quarterback Bailey Zappe (4) stands in the pocket during the Hilltoppers' season-opening 59-21 win over UT Martin on Sept. 2, 2021. Zappe threw seven touchdowns, setting the single-game record for touchdown passes at Houchens-Smith Stadium.

Zappe named C-USA Co-Offensive Player of the Week

Wyatt Sparkman, Football reporter
September 13, 2021
WKU fell just short of defeating Army on September 11, 2021 at Michie Stadium in West Point, New York.

WKU’s fourth-quarter comeback attempt falls short at Army

Wyatt Sparkman, Football reporter
September 11, 2021
WKU linebacker Will Ignont (23) signals the defense during the Hilltoppers' season-opening 59-21 win over UT Martin on Sept. 2, 2021 at Houchens-Smith Stadium.

WKU looks to slow down tempo in clash with Army on 9/11 anniversary

Wyatt Sparkman, Football reporter
September 10, 2021

Keeping up with C-USA: Charlotte, UTSA steal Power Five wins

Wyatt Sparkman, Football reporter
September 7, 2021
WKU head coach Tyson Helton addressed the media on Monday, Sept. 6 2021.

WKU Football’s Helton talks Army, offensive tempo in media availability

Wyatt Sparkman, Football reporter
September 6, 2021
WKU wide receiver Malachi Corley (11) attempts to score during the Hilltoppers' season-opening 59-21 win over UT Martin on Sept. 2, 2021.

Sparky Notes: passing game goes nuclear, run defense falters in season opener

Wyatt Sparkman, Football reporter
September 4, 2021
WKU quarterback Bailey Zappe (4) stands in the pocket during the Hilltoppers' season-opening 59-21 win over UT Martin on Sept. 2, 2021. Zappe threw seven touchdowns, setting the single-game record for touchdown passes at Houchens-Smith Stadium.

Zappe slings record-setting seven TDs in home opener blowout of UT Martin

Wyatt Sparkman, Football reporter
September 2, 2021
WKU sophomore wide receiver Stephon Brown dances in a circle of his teammates while celebrating WKU’s win over the Kentucky Wildcats at LP Field in Nashville, Tennessee.

Ranking the most important WKU football teams of all time

Jake Moore and Wyatt Sparkman
September 1, 2021
WKU quarterback Bailey Zappe unleashes a pass during the Hilltoppers' spring game back in April.

WKU to face UT Martin in opening-week showdown, Hilltoppers to debut new offense

Wyatt Sparkman, Football reporter
September 1, 2021
Punter John Haggerty III lines up a kick during a WKU practice.

A busy man: WKU’s punter from down under juggles family and football

Wyatt Sparkman, Football reporter
August 30, 2021
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