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Head coach Steve Prohm pumps up the crowd in the Sanford Pentagon during the Cyclones' 68-62 win against Colorado on Nov. 13, 2015.

Cyclones outlast Illinois, win Emerald Coast Classic Championship

Ryan Young
November 28, 2015
Former Iowa State football Head Coach Paul Rhoads makes a call during the Cyclones' game against Texas on Oct. 31, 2015. The Cyclones defeated the Longhorns in a 24-0 shutout.

Iowa State drops final game of season at West Virginia

Max Dible
November 28, 2015
University of Toledo Coach Matt Campbell.

Toledo’s Matt Campbell emerges as top candidate for ISU head coach

Luke Manderfeld
November 28, 2015
Georges Niang, senior forward, prepares to shoot at the men's basketball game against Chicago State on Nov. 16. Iowa State won 106-64.

Cyclones won’t look ahead to UAB

Ryan Young
November 27, 2015
Iowa State senior guard Kidd Blaskowsky maneuvers around Malia Tate-DeFreitas during the game against Hampton on Friday night. The Cyclones won their debut game against the Lady Pirates 95-59.

Women’s basketball falls to No. 15 Duke in Cancun Challenge

Luke Manderfeld
November 27, 2015
Iowa State's head coach Paul Rhoads argues a call Saturday November 14, 2015 during the third quarter in Jack Trice Stadium in Ames, Iowa. 

ISU football playing more than a football game on Saturday

Luke Manderfeld
November 27, 2015
Iowa State freshman basketball player Jameel McKay gives high fives to the crowd during a football game against Oklahoma State University on Nov. 14. The Cyclones would go on to lose 31-35.   

ISU football releases 2016 schedule

Luke Manderfeld
November 24, 2015
Maddy Snow gives linebacker Levi Peters a hug before the start of the Cy-Hawk football game on Saturday at Jack Trice Stadium.

Players share reaction, memories of Rhoads

Luke Manderfeld
November 24, 2015
Abdel Nader shoots the ball during the Cyclones' game against Chattanooga on Nov. 23, 2015 at Hilton Coliseum.

Cyclones roll over Chattanooga 83-63

Ryan Young
November 23, 2015
Former Iowa State football Head Coach Paul Rhoads makes a call during the Cyclones' game against Texas on Oct. 31, 2015. The Cyclones defeated the Longhorns in a 24-0 shutout.

Rhoads reflects on 7 years at Iowa State

Luke Manderfeld
November 23, 2015
Athletic Director Jamie Pollard stands with new men's basketball head coach Steve Prohm and recent ISU Hall of Fame inductee Marcus Fizer, who played basketball in 1998-2000. 

The ISU football coaching search commences

Luke Manderfeld
November 23, 2015
Quarterback Joel Lanning gets hit from behind and fumbles the ball, which was then recovered by Kansas State. The Wildcats rallied back to win the game 38-35 on a last second field goal at Bill Snyder Family Stadium in Manhattan, Kan., on Nov. 21, 2015.

Dible Overtime: Pollard’s firing of Rhoads won’t fix Iowa State’s football woes

Max Dible
November 23, 2015
Former Iowa State football Head Coach Paul Rhoads makes a call during the Cyclones' game against Texas on Oct. 31, 2015. The Cyclones defeated the Longhorns in a 24-0 shutout.

ISU coach Paul Rhoads “disappointed” at decison

Luke Manderfeld
November 23, 2015

Storify: Tweets throughout the Iowa State/Kansas State football game

Luke Manderfeld
November 22, 2015
Mike Warren breaks away for a 76-yard touchdown run in the first half against Kansas State on Nov. 21 at Bill Snyder Family Stadium in Manhattan, Kan.

Iowa State haunted by second half woes in loss to K-State

Luke Manderfeld
November 21, 2015
Mike Warren breaks away for a 76-yard touchdown run in the first half against Kansas State on Nov. 21 at Bill Snyder Family Stadium in Manhattan, Kan.

ISU football falls in stunner to Kansas State

Luke Manderfeld
November 21, 2015
Freshman wide receiver Allen Lazard attempts to catch a pass from quarterback Sam Richardson during the game against Kansas State on Sept. 6 at Jack Trice Stadium. The Cyclones led for much of the game but couldn't maintain their lead in the second half, and the Wildcats won 32-28.

ISU football expects close game against Kansas State

Luke Manderfeld
November 19, 2015
The Iowa State offensive line prepares for a play during the game against Texas Saturday night. The Cyclones defeated the Longhorns in a 24-0 shutout under new starting quarterback Joel Lanning.

Nick Fett: From walk-on to starter

Ryan Young
November 19, 2015
Bill Fennelly, coach, stands up and yells at the Women's Basketball exhibition game. Iowa State won 79-36 against Midwestern State University on Nov. 5.

Nia Washington commits to ISU 2016 recruiting class

Luke Manderfeld
November 19, 2015
ISU football coach Paul Rhoads answers questions and welcomes newly signed ISU football players Feb. 4 at the Bergstrom Football Complex.

ISU running back suspended after OWI arrest

Luke Manderfeld
November 18, 2015
Football Head Coach Paul Rhoads said offensive line and running backs need to grow for the upcoming season.

Mitchell Myers nominated for courage award

Luke Manderfeld
November 18, 2015

Cyclones announce signing of Virginia recurit

Luke Manderfeld
November 18, 2015
Iowa State's red shirt sophomore Offensive Lineman Jacob Homa (55) jumps on red shirt junior Defensive Lineman Demond Tucker (97) after he scored a tackle against Northern Iowa Saturday September 6, 2015 in Jack Trice Stadium in Ames, Iowa. The Cyclones triumphed over the Panthers 31 to 7, scoring three of their four touchdowns in the second half.

Demond Tucker transforms into a top defender

Luke Manderfeld
November 18, 2015
Naz Mitrou-Long wipes his shoe during the Cyclones' 68-62 win against Colorado on Nov. 13, 2015 in Sioux Falls, S.D.

Notebook: Prohm perfecting offense, Matt Thomas finds new role

Ryan Young
November 17, 2015
Head coach Paul Rhoads talks with officials about a call he didn't agree with. The Cyclones beat Texas 24-0 Oct. 31 for a homecoming victory.

Iowa State shifts motivation heading into final two games

Luke Manderfeld
November 17, 2015
Freshman guard Bridget Carleton takes a shot during a game against the Drake Bulldogs, Nov. 15 in Des Moines. The Cyclones would go on to lose 74-70.

Bridget Carleton grabs Freshman of the Week honor

Luke Manderfeld
November 16, 2015
Nazareth Mitrou-Long, senior guard, shoots at the free-throw line during the men's basketball game against Chicago State on Nov. 16.

Cyclones cruise past Chicago State 106-64

Ryan Young
November 16, 2015
Freshman Mike Warren runs towards the endzone during the game against Oklahoma State University on Nov. 14. The Cyclones would go on to lose 31-35.  

Warren, Pierson reach milestones Saturday amid heartbreaking loss

Ryan Young
November 16, 2015
Colorado's Josh Scott (left) attempts to block out Matt Thomas on Nov. 13 in Sioux Falls, S.D. The Cyclones defeated the Buffaloes 68-62.

Cyclones attempt to fix issues against Chicago State

Ryan Young
November 16, 2015
Sophomore guard Jadda Buckley dribbles down the court during a game against the Drake Bulldogs, Nov. 15 in Des Moines. The Cyclones would go on to lose 74-70.

ISU offense sputters in loss to Drake

Luke Manderfeld
November 15, 2015
Sophomore quarterback Joel Lanning breaks a tackle during the game against Oklahoma State University on Saturday, Nov. 14. The Cyclones would go on to lose 31-35.  

Cyclones fail to pull off upset of Oklahoma State

Luke Manderfeld
November 14, 2015
Iowa State's Joel Lanning (7) scores a touchdown against Oklahoma State's defense on Saturday November 14, 2015 during the first quarter in Jack Trice Stadium in Ames, Iowa. The Cyclones led the Cowboys 24-14 going into the half during their last home game of the regular season.

Cyclones stumble late, fall to Cowboys in Ames

Max Dible
November 14, 2015
Bridget Carleton, freshman guard, passes opponents on the court at the second exhibition game Nov. 8.

Cyclones coast to victory in season opener

Luke Manderfeld
November 13, 2015
OSU senior quarterback Clint Chelf scrambles for a first down during Oklahoma State's 58-27 win over Iowa State on Saturday, Oct. 26, at Jack Trice Stadium. Chelf had 92 yards on the ground on nine carries.

ISU defense prepares for two-quarterback Cowboy offense

Luke Manderfeld
November 13, 2015
Running back Mike Warren celebrates a touchdown during a game against TCU on Oct. 17, 2015. The Cyclones lost 45-21.

Strong offensive line performance boosts Warren to milestone

Ryan Young
November 13, 2015
Baylor players celebrate after a pass on Sept. 27 at Jack Trice Stadium. The Cyclones fell to the Bears 49-28.

Dible Overtime: Gold in the place of glory

Max Dible
November 13, 2015

Matchup to watch

Max Dible
November 12, 2015
Head Coach Steve Prohm talks to senior Jameel McKay during an exhibition basketball game against the Grand Valley State Lakers. The Cyclones would go on to win 106-60.

Cyclones kick off season against Colorado

Ryan Young
November 12, 2015
Redshirt sophomore Brock Dagel congratulates redshirt senior Jeff Woody after Woody's fourth quarter touchdown on Saturday, Oct. 26. Iowa State lost to Oklahoma State 58-27.

Seniors head into final game at Jack Trice Stadium

Luke Manderfeld
November 12, 2015
Iowa State linebacker Jordan Harris brings down Kansas quarterback Montell Cozart Oct. 3. The Cyclones would go on to beat the Jayhawks 38-13. 

Defense seeks complete game after OU debacle

Ryan Young
November 11, 2015

Gridiron: Around the Big 12

Ryan Young
November 10, 2015

Picks

Max Dible
November 10, 2015

Game info: Oklahoma State

Luke Manderfeld
November 10, 2015
Quarterback Sam Richardson looks downfield for an open receiver during the game against TCU on Oct. 17. The Cyclones would go on to lose 45-21.

Notebook: Lanning’s grade, Richardson taking criticism, Daniel Burton update

Luke Manderfeld
November 10, 2015

By the numbers: Oklahoma State

Luke Manderfeld
November 10, 2015
Senior Georges Niang looks to shoot over Laker defenders during an exhibition basketball game against the Grand Valley State Lakers. The Cyclones would go on to win 106-60.

Georges Niang named AP preseason All-American

Ryan Young
November 9, 2015

Otz, Carper, Fennelly and ISU cooperation

Max Dible
November 8, 2015
Guard Seanna Johnson heads for the bench in the Cyclones' exhibition game against Concordia St. Paul on Nov. 8.

Seanna Johnson impressing in preseason games

Luke Manderfeld
November 8, 2015
Freshman wide receiver Jauan Wesley runs with the ball past the Oklahoma Sooner's defense on Nov. 1. The Cyclones fell to the No. 19 Sooners with a final score of 59-14.

Iowa State dusted by Oklahoma in season’s sixth loss

Max Dible
November 7, 2015
Wide receiver Allen Lazard catches a ball during the game against TCU on Oct. 17. The Cyclones would go on to lose 45-21.

Cyclones can’t keep pace with Sooners

Max Dible
November 7, 2015
Georges Niang drives to the basket against Grand Valley State on Nov. 6.

No doubt about it, Mitrou-Long is back

Ryan Young
November 7, 2015
Head coach Paul Rhoads yells to his players as the play clock counts down. "You've got to continue to get better players in a program. You’ve got to continue to develop them. You’ve got to execute better on game day and outperform them" Rhoads said. The Cyclones fell to the No. 19 Sooners with a final score of 59-14.

ISU defense takes on well-rounded Oklahoma offense

Luke Manderfeld
November 6, 2015
Men's basketball coach Steve Prohm gives an opening speech during Hilton Madness on Friday at Hilton Coliseum. 

Cyclones set for exhibition with Grand Valley State

Ryan Young
November 6, 2015
Seanna Johnson, junior guard, prepares to shoot the basketball at the ISU Women's Basketball exhibition game. Iowa State won 79-36 against Midwestern State University.

Second-half jolt leads Cyclones to victory in exhibition

Luke Manderfeld
November 5, 2015
Iowa State quarterback Joel Lanning prepares for the snap during the game against Texas Sat. night. The Cyclones went on to defeat the Longhorns 24-0. 

Notebook: High play count, Warren close to benchmark, Lazard nearly back

Ryan Young
November 4, 2015
Iowa State's Defensive Coordinator Wally Burnham talks to players before their game against Northern Iowa Saturday September 6, 2015 in Jack Trice Stadium in Ames, Iowa. The Cyclones triumphed over the Panthers 31 to 7, scoring three of their four touchdowns in the second half.

Wally Burnham, ISU defense enjoying shutout victory against Texas

Luke Manderfeld
November 4, 2015
Iowa State right guard Daniel Burton (70) prepares for the snap during the game against Kansas Sat. afternoon. The Cyclones would go on to beat the Jayhawks 38-13.

Notebook: Offensive line changes, Warren closes in on 1,000 yards ahead of Oklahoma game

Max Dible
November 2, 2015
Senior forward Georges Niang dunks during Hilton Madness on Oct. 16 in the Hilton Coliseum. 

Iowa State boasts highest preseason ranking ever in AP poll

Max Dible
November 2, 2015
ISU quarterback Joel Lanning falls after a run against Texas on Saturday night. The Cyclones defeated the Longhorns in a 24-0 shutout.

Joel Lanning, Mike Warren lead offense in emotional victory against Longhorns

Luke Manderfeld
November 2, 2015
The Iowa State defense lines up against Texas Oct. 31. The Cyclones defeated the Longhorns in a 24-0 shutout.

ISU holds Texas scoreless, win 24-0

Ryan Young
November 1, 2015
ISU redshirt sophomore quarterback Joel Lanning runs a play for a first down during the homecoming game against Texas on Saturday night. Iowa State beat Texas in a shutout, 24-0.

ISU defense shines in shutout of Texas

Luke Manderfeld
October 31, 2015
Iowa State linebacker Luke Knott looks across the field during the game against Kansas Sat. afternoon. The Cyclones would go on to beat the Jayhawks 38-13.

Returning Once Again: Linebacker Luke Knott impacts defense after battling through 3 hip injuries

Luke Manderfeld
October 30, 2015
Then-senior defensive end Dale Pierson goes after then-Texas Tech quarterback Patrick Mahomes on Nov. 22, 2014, at Jack Trice Stadium. Pierson and fellow defensive lineman Trent Taylor worked on leading other junior college transfers in their first season. 

Cyclones to establish run game, slow strong Longhorn ground attack

Ryan Young
October 30, 2015
Freshman wide receiver Allen Lazard runs the ball against No. 7 Baylor on Sept. 27 at Jack Trice Stadium. The Cyclones fell to the Bears 49-28. Lazard had 47 receiving yards.

Dible Overtime: I’m not saying, I’m just saying

Max Dible
October 30, 2015
ISD

ISU football brings on Paul Wulff

Luke Manderfeld
October 29, 2015
Coaches Todd Sturdy and Mark Mangino talk with redshirt junior quarterback Sam Richardson at the first fall practice Aug. 4.

Gridiron: Todd Sturdy, Joel Lanning attempt to bring tweaked offense into Texas

Ryan Young
October 29, 2015
Wide receiver Allen Lazard catches a ball during the game against TCU on Oct. 17. The Cyclones would go on to lose 45-21.

Notebook: Cole Netten kicking field goals, injury update, Rhoads talks Jerry Kill

Luke Manderfeld
October 29, 2015
Iowa State's defensive back Kamari Cotton-Moya and linebacker Willie Harvery run off the field during the game against Kansas. The Cyclones would go on to beat the Jayhawks 38-13.

Kamari Cotton-Moya holds out hope for return from hamstring injury

Max Dible
October 28, 2015

Matchup to Watch

Max Dible
October 27, 2015

Around the Big 12: Week 8

Ryan Young
October 27, 2015

Picks: Texas

Luke Manderfeld
October 26, 2015

By the numbers: Texas

Luke Manderfeld
October 26, 2015

Game info: Texas

Luke Manderfeld
October 26, 2015
Iowa State's quarterbacks — from left, redshirt freshman Joel Lanning, redshirt junior Sam Richardson, freshman Kyle Starcevich, redshirt sophomore Grant Rohach and freshman Darius Lee-Campbell — will play during the 2014-15 football season. The football media day took place Aug. 10 at Jack Trice Stadium and Bergstrom Football Complex.

Change under center: QB Joel Lanning takes starting job from Sam Richardson

Luke Manderfeld
October 26, 2015
Offensive coordinator Mark Mangino coaches from the sidelines during the game against Kansas State on Sept. 6 at Jack Trice Stadium. The Cyclones led for much of the game but couldn't maintain their lead in the second half, and the Wildcats won 32-28.

Mark Mangino out as offensive coordinator

Ryan Young and Luke Manderfeld
October 26, 2015
Iowa State head coach Paul Rhoads celebrates a touchdown during the game against Kansas Oct. 3. The Cyclones would go on to beat the Jayhawks 38-13.

Lanning, Iowa State defense stand tall but fall short of comeback bid at Baylor

Max Dible
October 24, 2015
Bridget Carleton, freshman guard for ISU Women's Basketball, competes against Luke Manderfield in badminton. Carleton who is badminton player from Canada. Carelton won the LKSSAA badminton title in girls doubles. 

The story of defeat: Bridget Carleton flexes badminton skills

Luke Manderfeld
October 24, 2015
Redshirt sophomore quarterback Joel Lanning runs the ball after faking the handoff Saturday against No. 3 TCU. The Horned Frogs won the game 45-21.

Lanning takes over as Iowa State falls to Baylor

Max Dible
October 24, 2015
Quarterback Sam Richardson prepares for a snap during a game against TCU on Oct. 17, 2015. The Cyclones lost 45-21.

Richardson attempts to shake 2013 Baylor loss ahead of this years’ game

Ryan Young
October 22, 2015
TCU quarterback Trevone Boykin crouches to meet Abby Faber before the football game on Oct. 17. 

TCU quarterback Trevone Boykin raises awareness for Iowa State’s kid captain

Luke Manderfeld
October 22, 2015
Running back Mike Warren celebrates a touchdown during a game against TCU on Oct. 17, 2015. The Cyclones lost 45-21.

ISU mistakes serve as kryptonite against Big 12 offensive juggernauts

Max Dible
October 22, 2015
Iowa State's red shirt senior Quarterback Sam Richardson (12) makes a break for open ground against Northern Iowa's defense during a play Saturday September 6, 2015 in Jack Trice Stadium in Ames, Iowa. The Cyclones triumphed over the Panthers 31 to 7, scoring three of their four touchdowns in the second half.

Richardson accepts diminished role in rushing attack

Luke Manderfeld
October 21, 2015

Naz Long

Max Dible
October 20, 2015
TCU wide receiver Ja'Juan Story and ISU defensive back Nigel Tribune go up for the ball during the game against TCU on Oct. 17. The Cyclones would go on to lose 45-21.

Iowa State’s schedule saves toughest test for last in three-week gauntlet

Max Dible
October 20, 2015
Wide receiver Allen Lazard catches a ball during the game against TCU on Oct. 17. The Cyclones would go on to lose 45-21.

Joel Lanning makes case for more playing time

Ryan Young
October 18, 2015
Running back Mike Warren celebrates a touchdown during a game against TCU on Saturday. The Cyclones would go on to lose 45-21.

Momentum-shifting play leads to offensive halt, defeat for Cyclones

Luke Manderfeld
October 17, 2015
Running back Mike Warren runs the ball into the end zone for a touchdown in the first quarter against No. 3 TCU on Oct. 17 at Jack Trice Stadium.

No. 3 TCU hangs on to beat Iowa State 45-21

Ryan Young
October 17, 2015
Iowa State linebacker Jordan Harris brings down Kansas quarterback Montell Cozart Oct. 3. The Cyclones would go on to beat the Jayhawks 38-13. 

ISU football readies for second straight high-powered offense

Luke Manderfeld
October 16, 2015
Wide receiver Quenton Bundrage scores a touchdown against University of Iowa's Greg Mabin Saturday during the second quarter at Jack Trice Stadium. The Cyclones lost to the Hawkeyes 31-17 with the Hawkeyes scoring two touchdowns in the fourth quarter to cinch the trophy.

Consequences be damned, ISU football MUST assume risk to beat TCU

Max Dible
October 16, 2015

Around the Big 12

Ryan Young
October 16, 2015
Mike Warren and Jhaustin Thomas

ISU offense starts, stops with running back Mike Warren

Max Dible
October 16, 2015

Hilton Madness lineup set

Ryan Young
October 15, 2015
Redshirt junior holder Austin Fischer and redshirt junior lineman Jamison Lalk celebrate after Fischer successfully faked a field-goal attempt on a fourth down to give the Cyclones a first down against West Virginia on Nov. 29 at Jack Trice Stadium. The Cyclones fell to the Mountaineers 37-24.

ISU center improves offensive line, run game

Ryan Young
October 15, 2015

Matchup to watch

Max Dible
October 15, 2015
Iowa State Men's Basketball players joke around for press at Media Day Oct.6. at Sukup Basketball Complex.

ISU men’s basketball picked third in Big 12 preseason poll

Max Dible
October 15, 2015

Gridiron: TCU Picks

Luke Manderfeld
October 14, 2015
Iowa State's Defensive Coordinator Wally Burnham talks to players before their game against Northern Iowa Saturday September 6, 2015 in Jack Trice Stadium in Ames, Iowa. The Cyclones triumphed over the Panthers 31 to 7, scoring three of their four touchdowns in the second half.

Burnham, Rhoads defend 3-4 defense

Ryan Young
October 14, 2015
Redshirt freshman quarterback Joel Lanning will play during the 2014-15 football season. The football media day took place Aug. 10 at Jack Trice Stadium and Bergstrom Football Complex.

Richardson under pressure as Lanning shines under center

Max Dible
October 14, 2015
Tyler Sash, who played for the Iowa Hawkeyes for two seasons and for the New York Giants for two seasons, was found dead in his home Tuesday at the age of 27. 

Cause of death determined for Tyler Sash

Ryan Young
October 13, 2015
Sophomore guard Seanna Johnson boxes out an Oklahoma State player to get to the rebound. Johnson had a total of four rebounds during the Jan. 31 game. The final score was 63-62.

Seanna Johnson finds motivation in preseason snub

Luke Manderfeld
October 13, 2015
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