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Freshman outside hitter and middle blocker Alexis Conaway spikes the ball past the Kansas State Wildcats. The ISU volleyball team won all three sets against Kansas State on Nov. 5 at Hilton Coliseum. The final scores were 25-23, 25-23 and 25-22.

ISU volleyball loses element of surprise against Kansas State

Garrett Kroeger
October 7, 2015
Freshman Zack Johnson spots the puck between two defensemen during a game against the Southern Illinois-Edwardsville Cougars on Sep. 19. The Cyclones would go on to win 11-1.

Cyclone Hockey takes first game against defending champions

Ben Visser
October 3, 2015
Junior Alex Stephens beats a Cougar to the puck during a game against the Southern Illinois-Edwardsville Cougars on Sep. 19. The Cyclones would go on to win 11-1.

Cyclone Hockey takes on defending national champions

Ben Visser
October 2, 2015
Defensive specialist and libero Ashley Mass celebrates a point against Texas A&M during the game on Saturday, Oct. 16, at Ames High School. Mass broke the Big 12 record for digs with 2,041, passing Kansas States Angie Lastra, who had 2,032.

The legacy, future of Iowa State’s libero success

Garrett Kroeger
October 1, 2015
Members of the ISU defense chase down Kansas wide receiver Nigel King on Nov. 8 at Lawrence, Kan. Iowa State fell to the Jayhawks 34-14.

Gridiron: Kansas Bad Cop

Garrett Kroeger
September 29, 2015
Sophomore Monique Harris (8) sets the ball for redshirt senior Tory Knuth (12) during their match against North Dakota on Wednesday, Aug. 29 at Hilton Coliseum. The Cyclones defeated the Fighting Sioux, 3-1.

Athletics are in Tory Knuth’s genes

Garrett Kroeger
September 29, 2015
The Cyclone Hockey team watches the game Friday evening. Iowa State hosted the Southern Illinois-Edwardsville Cougars, where they won 9-0.

Fairman rants after Missouri State series

Ben Visser
September 27, 2015
Iowa States Tony Uglem, freshman, manuevers around Southern Illinois-Edwardsvilles Ian Veizer. The Cyclones won 9-0.

Cyclone Hockey overcomes penalties en route to series sweep against Missouri State

Ben Visser
September 27, 2015
Freshman outside hitter Ciara Capezio prepares to serve during Iowa States 3-2 victory over Texas Tech on Oct. 30 at Hilton Coliseum.

Balanced, aggressive attack leads Cyclones past Red Raiders

Garrett Kroeger
September 26, 2015
Freshman Zack Johnson (8) takes a shot and scores during a game against the Southern Illinois-Edwardsville Cougars on Sep. 19. The Cyclones would go on to win 11-1.

Physical first game sees Cyclone Hockey come out on top

Ben Visser
September 25, 2015
The Cyclone Hockey team waits for introductions before their game against the Southern Illinois-Edwardsville Cougars Friday evening. The Cyclones won 9-0.

Cyclones control possession in rout of Cougars

Ben Visser
September 20, 2015
Junior Ciara Capezio serves agaisnt Northern Iowa. The Cyclones beat the Panther 3-0 on Wednesday.

No. 4 Cornhuskers defeat Cyclones

Garrett Kroeger
September 19, 2015
Freshman forward Joey DeLuca celebrates a goal with his teammates at the Cyclone hockey match against Midland University on Feb. 28, 2014. 

Freshmen lift Cyclones past Cougars in game one of weekend series

Ben Visser
September 18, 2015
Sophomore left defenseman Cory Sellers fights to get the puck from two Beavers players on Friday, Nov. 15, during the first of two matchups against Minot State. The Cyclones defeated the Beavers 2-1.

Cyclone Hockey focuses on chemistry in second series of season

Ben Visser
September 18, 2015
Redshirt sophomore Morgan Kuhrt smashes the volleyball during Iowa States 4-0 loss to Nebraska on Saturday, April 19 at Hilton Coliseum.

Cyclones have a chance to repeat history against Nebraska

Garrett Kroeger
September 18, 2015

ISU sweeps in-state foe UNI

Garrett Kroeger
September 16, 2015
Freshman Zack Johnson made the first goal of the game on Sept. 26. The Cyclones beat HC Harbin, a team visiting from China, 8-0. 

Cyclone Hockey using youth to replace nine seniors

Ben Visser
September 16, 2015
Middle blocker Natalie Vondrak tips the ball over the Florida State blockers to try and earn a point. Vondrak had one kill during the match on Aug. 31. 

Natalie Vondrak works from walk-on to full ride

Garrett Kroeger
September 15, 2015
Redshirt sophomore middle blocker Samara West reaches for the kill during the Cy-Hawk matchup. West had six kills and a .500 hitting percentage in the 25-17, 17-25, 18-25, 26-28 loss on Friday.

Cyclones fall short against the Hawkeyes

Garrett Kroeger
September 11, 2015
Alec Wilhelmi shoots to Alex Stephens for a goal. The Cyclones won the Feb. 13 game 2-0.

Cyclones potent offense lifts them to victory

Ben Visser
September 11, 2015
Sophomore setter Monique Harris sets the ball to redshirt sophomore Samara West during the Cardinal and Gold scrimmage match on Aug. 22. 

ISU volleyball beats Texas A&M in four sets

Garrett Kroeger
September 11, 2015
Senior Caitlin Nolan (7) bumps the ball while redshirt Junior Morgan Kuhrt (3) looks on during Iowa States match against North Dakota on Wednesday, Aug. 29 at Hilton Coliseum. The Cyclones defeated the Fighting Sioux, 3-1.

ISU volleyball opens yearly Cy-Hawk series against improved Iowa team

Garrett Kroeger
September 10, 2015
The ISU volleyball 2015 recruiting class at Hilton Coliseum(Left to right) Hali Hillegas, libero/defensive specialist; Hannah Bailey, right-side hitter; Jess Schaben, outside hitter; Grace Lazard, middle blocker; and Remi Bowman, setter.

2015 recruiting class adds depth, talent for ISU volleyball

Garrett Kroeger
September 1, 2015
Junior Suzanne Horner dives for a ball and somersaults. The Cyclones beat Dayton 3 sets to 1.

ISU volleyball in search of right lineup

Garrett Kroeger
August 30, 2015
Junior Morgan Kuhrt getting ready to serve. The Cyclones beat Dayton 3 sets to 1.

ISU volleyball splits doubleheader at invitational

Garrett Kroeger
August 29, 2015
Caitlin Nolan poses at volleyball media day.

Caitlin Nolan tabbed best libero in nation by ISU volleyball coach

Garrett Kroeger
August 28, 2015
Grace Lazard, middle blocker, freshman. In Hilton Aug. 19

London recruit impressive in ISU volleyball preseason

Garrett Kroeger
August 24, 2015
Freshman outside hitter Alexis Conaway serves the ball against Baylor on Nov. 29. The Cyclones won the match 3-0.

Alexis Conaway participates in limited capacity in scrimmage

Garrett Kroeger
August 22, 2015

How to sign up for intramural sports

Garrett Kroeger
August 17, 2015
Renee Alexander, Adam Cich and Garret Meier take off on broomstick at the start of a Quidditch match. Iowa States team is a school sponsored club that competes at a collegiate level around the Midwest.

Five clubs that students may not know about

Garrett Kroeger
August 17, 2015
Since the Iowa Corn Cy-Hawk Series began in 2004, Iowa has won six titles while Iowa State has won five. 

Cy-Hawk Series fuels rivalry

Ben Visser
August 17, 2015
Dillon Bechtol, junior in communication studies, tosses a bag while tailgating at the football game against North Dakota State on Aug. 30.

How to tailgate the right way

Ben Visser
August 17, 2015
ISU mens basketball coach Steve Prohm added 6-foot-8-inch power forward recruit Simeon Carter for the 2015-16 season. 

ISU men’s basketball adds recruit for 2015-16 season

Ben Visser
August 7, 2015
Junior libero Caitlin Nolan serves the ball during the match against Baylor on Nov. 29.

Nolan named to preseason All-Big 12 team

Garrett Kroeger
August 6, 2015
Former ISU students Alex Halsted and Dylan Montz completed a book that covers 100 of the best moments in ISU sports history. The book is set to be released on Sept. 1 and can be pre-order on Amazon.com. 

Former ISU students co-author ISU sports book

Ben Visser
August 5, 2015
Forward Preston Blanek scores a goal during the Cyclone Hockey match against Midland University on Feb. 28, 2015. 

Cyclone Hockey releases 2015-16 schedule

Ben Visser
August 4, 2015
Dustin Hogue dunks the ball during Iowa States game against Texas Christian on Jan. 31, 2015. 

Dustin Hogue begins new basketball career in Greece

Ben Visser
August 3, 2015
Steve Prohm will replace Fred Hoiberg as Iowa States next mens basketball coach. Prohm has coached the Murray State mens basketball team the past four years and has a 104-29 overall record.  

The search for Prohm: How the hectic search to replace Fred Hoiberg occured

Garrett Kroeger
August 3, 2015
The 2015 Capital City League kicked into gear Wednesday night in West Des Moines, and there was no shortage of offense.  

Capital City League provides excitement for ISU fans

Ben Visser
August 3, 2015
The Big 12 has added six affiliate members.

Big 12 wrestling adds six affiliates

Ben Visser
July 30, 2015
Redshirt junior defensive back Kenneth Lynn dives for the Oklahoma ball carrier Nov. 1, 2014. The Cyclones fell to the No. 19 Sooners with a final score of 59-14.

Three Big 12 teams crack the preseason top-25

Ben Visser
July 30, 2015
ISU coach Fred Hoiberg speaks with the media on the court after Iowa State defeated Kansas 70-66 in the 2015 Big 12 Championship final on March 14 at the Sprint Center in Kansas City, Mo.

Former Cyclones show what they have to offer in the NBA

Garrett Kroeger
July 23, 2015
ISU mens basketball coach Steve Prohm added 6-foot-8-inch power forward recruit Simeon Carter for the 2015-16 season. 

Prohm reflects on first recruiting trip

Garrett Kroeger
July 20, 2015
Diante Garrett plays his final game at Hilton Coliseum against Colorado on March 2, 2011. Garrett is now playing with the Chicago Bulls summer league team, which advanced to the quarterfinals of the summer league tournament Thursday. 

Former Cyclones move on to quarterfinals in Las Vegas

Garrett Kroeger
July 17, 2015
Former ISU guard Tyrus McGee shoots a 3-pointer over Ohio States Shannon Scott in the third-round game of the NCAA tournament on March 24, 2013, at the University of Dayton Arena. 

Former Cyclones move on to second round of NBA Summer League tournament

Garrett Kroeger
July 16, 2015
Sophomore guard Monté Morris looks to pass the ball to junior forward Georges Niang during Iowa States matchup with Texas on Jan. 26. 

Niang and Morris head to another national camp

Garrett Kroeger
July 15, 2015

YMCA Capital City League top-10 plays

Ben Visser
July 14, 2015

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Ben Visser
July 14, 2015
Naz Long runs the ball down the court against Texas in the Big 12 Championship quarterfinal on March 12, 2015 at the Sprint Center in Kansas City, Mo. 

Iowa State’s Hallice Cooke helping Naz Long through hip surgery recovery

Ben Visser
July 14, 2015
ISU coach Fred Hoiberg solemnly walks off the court after Iowa State fell to Kansas on Feb. 2 at Allen Fieldhouse in Lawrence, Kan. 

Hoiberg experiences first NBA setback and two former Cyclones make starts

Garrett Kroeger
July 13, 2015
Deonte Burton goes up for a dunk at a Capital City League game on June 24. 

ISU transfer Deonte Burton takes over Capital City League playoffs

Garrett Kroeger
July 13, 2015
Former ISU palyer Bryce Dejean-Jones makes his way to the lane during the Big 12 Championship semifinal game against Oklahoma on March 13 at the Sprint Center in Kansas City, Mo. Dejean Jones played for the New Orleans Pelicans in his first summer league game. 

Three former ISU players suit up for the Bulls in summer league

Garrett Kroeger
July 12, 2015
Junior guard Monté Morris goes up for a shot against Texas Christian on March 7 at Wilkerson-Greines Athletic Center in Fort Worth, Texas. Morris was cut from the U.S. Pan America mens basketball team on Thursday. 

Monté Morris finds motivation from Pan America cut

Garrett Kroeger
July 12, 2015
Former ISU guard DeAndre Kane and junior guard Monte Morris celebrate after officials announced that time had expired before North Carolina called time out on March 23, 2014. Kane will play for the Atlanta Hawks summer league team Thursday night against the Denver Nuggets.  

Former ISU guard DeAndre Kane continues to pursue his dream

Garrett Kroeger
July 10, 2015
Former ISU forward Diante Garrett celebrates during the Iowa State/Colorado game held Wednesday, March 2, 2011 at Hilton Coliseum. Iowa State won 95-90.

Former Cyclones impress once again in Orlando

Garrett Kroeger
July 9, 2015
Melvin Ejim is competing for the Orlando Magic white squad during the NBA Summer League. In his first game, Ejim recorded 11 points, seven rebounds and three assists. 

Melvin Ejim among Cyclones competing in NBA Summer League

Garrett Kroeger
July 6, 2015
Deonte Burton looks to pass during his Capital City League debut. Burton scored 43 points in a losing effort for Hannah Homes.

Marquette transfer Deonte Burton follows identical path as Jameel McKay

Ben Visser
July 2, 2015
Fred Hoiberg talks to ISU players during a timeout against Arkansas on Dec. 4 at Hilton Coliseum. Hoiberg returned to Hilton Coliseum on Sunday to participate in the first-ever ISU basketball fantasy camp.

Fred Hoiberg returns to Hilton Coliseum for fantasy camp

Garrett Kroeger
June 29, 2015
Deonte Burton goes up for a dunk at a Capital City League game on June 24. 

Deonte Burton’s athleticsm on show at Capital City League

Ben Visser
June 29, 2015
Steve Prohm talks with ISU basketball players at his press conference on Tuesday, June 9, 2015 at the Sukup Basketball Complex.

Steve Prohm’s former point guard drafted in first round

Ben Visser
June 25, 2015
The 2015 Capital City League kicked into gear Wednesday night in West Des Moines, and there was no shortage of offense.  

Georges Niang discovers range at Capital City League

Ben Visser
June 25, 2015
Georges Niang celebrates after connecting on a 3-pointer. Niang shot 1-of-2 from beyond the arc and recorded 18 points in Iowa States 88-78 victory against Southern University on Dec. 14. 

Niang to participate at the Nike Basketball Academy

Garrett Kroeger
June 24, 2015
The ISU mens basketball team officially announced head coach Steve Prohms coaching staff Monday. 

Steve Prohm announces coaching staff

Ben Visser
June 22, 2015
The 2015 Capital City League kicked into gear Wednesday night in West Des Moines, and there was no shortage of offense.  

Close games, plenty of scoring highlight day two of the Capital City League

Ben Visser
June 20, 2015
Jameel McKay guards Georges Niang during a game at the YMCA Capital City Basketball League in Des Moines last summer. 

New, returning players from ISU men’s basketball feature 2015 Capital City League

Garrett Kroeger
June 17, 2015
ISU fans celebrate before kickoff during the game against the No. 19 Oklahoma on Nov. 1, 2014. The Cyclones fell to the Sooners with a final score of 59-14.

How to get season tickets

Ben Visser
June 16, 2015
Junior forward Georges Niang puts up a shot during the Big 12 Championship semifinal game against Oklahoma on March 13 at the Sprint Center in Kansas City, Mo. The Cyclones defeated the Sooners 67-65 to advance to the final championship game against Kansas on March 14. Niang led the Cyclones with 13 points and eight rebounds.

Cyclones return core, prepare for deep playoff run

Ben Visser
June 16, 2015
Steve Prohm talks about his new position as head coach of the ISU mens basketball team at a press conference on Tuesday, June 9 at the Sukup Basketball Complex.

Steve Prohm hires William Small as assistant coach

Ben Visser
June 15, 2015
Royce White laughs during the Capital City League game on Wednesday, June 20, 2012 at Valley Southwoods High School in West Des Moines.

Former ISU forward Royce White set to join the Clippers

Garrett Kroeger
June 14, 2015
Steve Prohm talks about his new position as head coach of the Iowa State mens basketball team at a press conference on June 9, 2015 at the Sukup Basketball Complex.

Steve Prohm brings replicated version of ‘Hoiball’ to Iowa State

Ben Visser
June 9, 2015
The Hoiburger at the Ames, IA Applebees is soon to be discontinued.

Replacing #Hoiball and the Hoiburger

Ben Visser
June 8, 2015
Steve Prohm will replace Fred Hoiberg as Iowa States next mens basketball coach. Prohm has coached the Murray State mens basketball team the past four years and has a 104-29 overall record.  

Steve Prohm will become Iowa State’s next men’s basketball coach

Ben Visser
June 8, 2015
Fred Hoiberg speaks to media at his final ISU press conference at Hilton Coliseum on Friday, June 5.

Fred Hoiberg gives farewell press conference at Hilton Coliseum

Garrett Kroeger
June 5, 2015
Junior guard Naz Long cheers after a basket is made against Baylor on Feb. 25.

ISU’s next head basketball coach

Ben Visser
June 3, 2015
Sports news and coverage for all ISU athletes.

Hornacek declines interview with Iowa State, reports say

Garrett Kroeger
June 3, 2015
Fred Hoiberg recognized ISU fans support after Iowa State defeated North Carolina in third round of the 2014 NCAA tournament to advance to the Sweet 16. 

Fred Hoiberg introduced as Chicago Bulls’ head coach

Ben Visser
June 2, 2015
ISU coach Fred Hoiberg discusses a referees call during the Iowa State and Kansas State mens basketball game on Jan. 20. Iowa State won 77-71.

Fred Hoiberg boards plane to Chicago

Ben Visser
June 1, 2015
Patrick Gulbranson gave the opening speech at the opening ceremonies of the Special Olympics Iowa Summer games.

Iowa athlete bowls his way to the Special Olympics World Games

Garrett Kroeger
June 1, 2015
Wide Receiver Josh Lenz cruises in for the second of three receiving touchdowns. Lenz had another passing touchdown and 147 receiving yards in the victory against No. 15 TCU on Saturday, Oct. 6, at Amon G. Carter Stadium in Fort Worth, Texas. 

Josh Lenz signs with the Cleveland Browns

Ben Visser
May 30, 2015
ISU coach Fred Hoiberg speaks with the media on the court after Iowa State defeated Kansas 70-66 in the 2015 Big 12 Championship final on March 14 at the Sprint Center in Kansas City, Mo.

Fred Hoiberg included in search for next Chicago Bulls head coach

Ben Visser
May 28, 2015
Brittany Gomez hits the ball at the game on sunday may 4 against baylor.

Iowa State’s Brittany Gomez to represent team USA

Garrett Kroeger
May 25, 2015
Danny McDonald received the athlete of the year award during the opening ceremonies of the Special Olympics Iowa Summer Games on Thursday, May 22.

First wheelchair athlete named athlete of the year at 2015 Special Olympics Iowa Summer Games

Garrett Kroeger
May 25, 2015
Naz Long said his recovery from hip surgery is crazy ahead of schedule at the Special Olympics Iowa summer games opening ceremonies.

Naz Long “crazy ahead of schedule” after two hip surgeries

Garrett Kroeger
May 21, 2015
Junior center fielder Brittany Gomez takes off running during Iowa States 11-4 loss against Kansas on Friday.

Brittany Gomez expands list of awards

Garrett Kroeger
May 15, 2015
Brittany Gomez hits the ball at the game on sunday may 4 against baylor.

Softball team racks up all Big 12 honors

Garrett Kroeger
May 13, 2015

A comeback in the cards for Royce White

Garrett Kroeger
May 13, 2015
Jarvis West runs the ball at Pro Day on Tuesday, March 24. Twenty-seven NFL scouts came to watch ISU athletes.

Jarvis West travels north to pursue football dreams

Garrett Kroeger
May 13, 2015
Senior pitcher Stacy Roggentien, tries to strike out one of the Drake Bulldogs at the game on April 8 at the Cyclone Sports Complex. The Cyclones fell short with a final score of 6-3.

ISU softball’s season comes to a close after many highs, lows

Garrett Kroeger
May 12, 2015
Junior center fielder Brittany Gomez takes off running during Iowa States 11-4 loss against Kansas on Friday.

Inconsistency evident for ISU softball team in doubleheader against Kansas

Garrett Kroeger
May 11, 2015
Junior Aly Cappaert is congratulated by her teammates after the first of two solo home runs during Iowa States 11-4 loss against Kansas on Friday.

Iowa State drops doubleheader to end season

Garrett Kroeger
May 9, 2015
Junior Brittany Gomez slides safely into second base during a game against Green Bay on April 29 at the Cyclone Sports Complex.

Hot bats doom ISU softball against Kansas

Garrett Kroeger
May 8, 2015
The ISU softball team lines up after introductions and awaits the national anthem. The team lost 6-5 against Texas Tech on May 3. 

ISU softball team searches for spark from senior week

Garrett Kroeger
May 8, 2015

Iowa State splits doubleheader against Texas Tech

Garrett Kroeger
May 2, 2015
Cathlin Bingham hits the ball during Iowa States second game of a doubleheader against Oklahoma State on Saturday. The Cyclones won the game 8-7.

Future is now for ISU softball

Garrett Kroeger
April 30, 2015

Hot batting and pitching sends ISU to victory

Garrett Kroeger
April 29, 2015
Brittany Gomez slides onto third base during Iowa States second game of a doubleheader against Oklahoma State on Saturday. The Cyclones won the game 8-7.

Gomez continues to add to list of offensive accomplishments

Garrett Kroeger
April 28, 2015

Iowa State falls to Baylor, drops series

Garrett Kroeger
April 26, 2015

Iowa State splits doubleheader with Baylor

Garrett Kroeger
April 25, 2015

ISU softball faces a challenge during its last road games

Garrett Kroeger
April 24, 2015

Kasey Roberts’ results from Big 12 Championship

Garrett Kroeger
April 22, 2015
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