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Hidden Heroes: Zach Gourley

Hidden Heroes: Zach Gourley

Hailey Dohnal, Assistant Sports Editor
May 30, 2023
Sports Weekly Episode 62: Talking tennis and recapping the NFL Draft

Sports Weekly Episode 62: Talking tennis and recapping the NFL Draft

Christian Royston, Hailey Dohnal, Payne Blazevich, Adarsh Tamma, and Logan Shanks
May 2, 2023
Sports Weekly Episode 61: What Cyclones are getting drafted to the NFL?

Sports Weekly Episode 61: What Cyclones are getting drafted to the NFL?

Christian Royston, Hailey Dohnal, and Payne Blazevich
April 25, 2023

Three Big Takeaways: Cyclones show off their spring growth

Hailey Dohnal, Assistant Sports Editor
April 22, 2023
T.J. Otzelberger calls out directions to the Cyclones during their 53-36 loss to Oklahoma State on March 2.

Cyclone men’s basketball officially adds three new transfers

Hailey Dohnal, Assistant Sports Editor
April 19, 2023
Will McDonald IV runs the 40-yard dash at pro day, Bergstrom Football Complex, Mar. 21, 2023.

Dohnal: Mock Draft 3.0

Hailey Dohnal, Assistant Sports Editor
April 17, 2023
T.J. Otzelberger watches the Cyclone offense during the Big 12 Tournament quarterfinals, 78-72, Mar. 9, 2023.

T.J. Otzelberger recieves contract extension

Hailey Dohnal, Assistant Sports Editor
April 10, 2023
Hunter Dekkers hands the ball of to Eli Sanders during a 14-10 loss against Texas Tech on Nov. 19, 2022

Cyclone offense shows improvement in spring training

Hailey Dohnal, Assistant Sports Editor
April 4, 2023
Sports Weekly Episode 60: NFL Mock Draft time

Sports Weekly Episode 60: NFL Mock Draft time

Christian Royston, Hailey Dohnal, and Payne Blazevich
April 4, 2023
Tamin Lipsey attempts to create space between himself and Joseph Yesufu at the 2023 Big 12 Tournament Semifinals versus Kansas in the T-Mobile Center, Mar. 10.

Dohnal: Cyclone men’s basketball has a lot to be proud of

Hailey Dohnal, Assistant Sports Editor
March 26, 2023
Sports Weekly Episode 59: Wrapping up the basketball season

Sports Weekly Episode 59: Wrapping up the basketball season

Christian Royston, Hailey Dohnal, and Payne Blazevich
March 22, 2023
Hason Ward reacts to a foul called against him at the 2023 Big 12 Tournament Semifinals versus Kansas in the T-Mobile Center, Mar. 10.

Analyzing our preseason men’s basketball predictions

Hailey Dohnal and Andrew Harrington
March 21, 2023
Gabe Kalscheur celebrates after a West Virginia offensive foul on Feb. 27, 2023.

Iowa State faces Baylor once again in the Big 12 tournament

Hailey Dohnal, Assistant Sports Editor
March 8, 2023
Sports Weekly Episode 58: Big 12 Championship talk

Sports Weekly Episode 58: Big 12 Championship talk

Christian Royston, Andrew Harrington, Hailey Dohnal, and Payne Blazevich
March 7, 2023
Tre King runs down the floor after forcing a West Virginia shot clock violation on Feb. 27, 2023.

Three Big Takeaways: Cyclones dominate No. 7 Baylor on the road

Hailey Dohnal, Assistant Sports Editor
March 4, 2023
Jaren Holmes shoots a corner three against West Virginia on Feb. 27, 2023.

Iowa State to face No. 7 Baylor in last regular season game

Hailey Dohnal, Assistant Sports Editor
March 3, 2023
Sports Weekly Episode 57: Grill removed from basketball team

Sports Weekly Episode 57: Grill removed from basketball team

Andrew Harrington, Hailey Dohnal, and Christian Royston
March 1, 2023
Eli King and Gabe Kalscheur walk off the floor after a 72-69 loss against West Virginia on Feb. 27, 2023.

‘It really hurts’: Cyclones unable to grab win on senior night

Hailey Dohnal, Assistant Sports Editor
February 27, 2023
Jaren Holmes attempts a layup against Oklahoma on Feb. 25, 2023.

Three Big Takeaways: Sooners give Iowa State second home loss

Hailey Dohnal, Assistant Sports Editor
February 25, 2023
Osun Ossuniyi celebrates a two-handed slam against TCU on Feb. 15, 2023.

Cyclone men’s basketball faces Sooners in second to last home game

Hailey Dohnal, Assistant Sports Editor
February 24, 2023
Sports Weekly Episode 56: Iowa State women's basketball rising to the top

Sports Weekly Episode 56: Iowa State women’s basketball rising to the top

Andrew Harrington, Hailey Dohnal, Christian Royston, and Payne Blazevich
February 22, 2023
Gabe Kalscheur attempts a layup against TCU on Feb. 15, 2023.

Iowa State focuses on battling for full 40 minutes

Hailey Dohnal, Assistant Sports Editor
February 20, 2023
Tre King goes up strong against TCU on Feb. 15, 2023.

Kansas State’s Nowell and Johnson to be Cyclones main focus Saturday

Hailey Dohnal, Assistant Sports Editor
February 17, 2023
Jaren Holmes runs off the court after forcing a second TCU timeout in the first half on Feb. 15, 2023.

Cyclones back in the win column after defeating TCU

Hailey Dohnal, Assistant Sports Editor
February 15, 2023
Jaren Holmes shoots a 3 from the top of the key against Oklahoma State on Feb. 11, 2023.

No. 19 Cyclones look to keep mental focus against No. 22 TCU

Hailey Dohnal, Assistant Sports Editor
February 14, 2023
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Three Big Takeaways: Cyclones get first loss at home

Hailey Dohnal, Assistant Sports Editor
February 11, 2023
Sports Weekly Podcast 55: Caleb Grill or LeBron James?

Sports Weekly Podcast 55: Caleb Grill or LeBron James?

Andrew Harrington, Hailey Dohnal, Christian Royston, and Payne Blazevich
February 8, 2023
Ashley Joens attempts a three during the game against Baylor in Hilton Coliseum on Feb. 4, 2023.

An update on all things Iowa State sports

Hailey Dohnal, Assistant Sports Editor
February 7, 2023
Osun Ossuniyi celebrates a layup against Kansas on Feb. 4, 2023.

No. 11 Cyclones search for road win against West Virginia

Hailey Dohnal, Assistant Sports Editor
February 7, 2023
Cyclones huddle prior to shooting free throws against Kansas on Feb. 4, 2023.

From droughts to runs, Cyclones get revenge over Jayhawks

Hailey Dohnal, Assistant Sports Editor
February 4, 2023
Jaren Holmes brings the ball up the floor against K-State on Jan. 24, 2023.

‘It’s going to be a war again’: Cyclones prepared for rematch against Jayhawks

Hailey Dohnal, Assistant Sports Editor
February 3, 2023
BREAKING: Blackout power outage in Schilletter-University Village Community

BREAKING: Blackout power outage in Schilletter-University Village Community

Hailey Dohnal, Assistant Sports Editor
February 2, 2023
Joey Petersen celebrates after a play against Oklahoma on Oct. 29

Breaking down the Cyclones Big 12 football schedule

Hailey Dohnal, Assistant Sports Editor
January 31, 2023
Sports Weekly Podcast Episode 54: Big 12 schedule live reaction

Sports Weekly Podcast Episode 54: Big 12 schedule live reaction

Andrew Harrington, Hailey Dohnal, Christian Royston, and Payne Blazevich
January 31, 2023
Jaren Holmes brings the ball up the floor against K-State on Jan. 24, 2023.

Three Big Takeaways: Cyclones lose Big 12/SEC challenge in Grill’s absence

Hailey Dohnal, Assistant Sports Editor
January 28, 2023
Conrad Hawley celebrates with his teammates during a timeout against K-State on Jan. 24.

Three Big Takeaways: Iowa State tops No. 5 Kansas State in defensive fight

Hailey Dohnal, Assistant Sports Editor
January 24, 2023
Tamin Lipsey and Jaren Holmes help teammate Caleb Grill off the floor after a hustle play against Baylor on Dec. 31, 2022.

Cyclones ready to step up for top-15 matchup despite injuries

Hailey Dohnal, Assistant Sports Editor
January 23, 2023
Fans celebrate a two-pointer at the ISU vs. Texas men's basketball game, Jan. 17.

Hilton Magic brings energy to Cyclones’ win over Texas

Hailey Dohnal, Assistant Sports Editor
January 17, 2023
'Just another game': Cyclones set to take on Tyrese Hunter and the Longhorns

‘Just another game’: Cyclones set to take on Tyrese Hunter and the Longhorns

Hailey Dohnal, Assistant Sports Editor
January 16, 2023
Iowa State teammates help freshman Tamin Lipsey up at the ISU vs. Kansas game on Jan. 14

Three Big Takeaways: Tight battle not enough to overcome Kansas

Hailey Dohnal, Assistant Sports Editor
January 14, 2023
Conrad Hawley is hyped up on the bench during Iowa State's 68-53 win against Milwaukee on Nov. 20, 2022.

Chief Energy Officer: Hawley went from Kansas quarterback to Cyclone fan-favorite

Hailey Dohnal, Assistant Sports Editor
January 9, 2023
Tamin Lipsey. ISU vs. IUPUI men's basketball game. Nov. 7, 2022.

Lipsey continues to cement legacy as hometown hero

Hailey Dohnal, Assistant Sports Editor
January 9, 2023
Tamin Lipsey scores a tough 2 against McNeese on Dec. 11, 2022.

Three Big Takeaways: Cyclones breeze past McNeese State

Hailey Dohnal, Assistant Sports Editor
December 11, 2022
Head coach T.J. Otzelberger speaks with Tamin Lipsey and Caleb Grill before going on the court at the 2022 CyHawk men's basketball game. Dec. 8, 2022.

‘We’ve gotta be who we can be’: Cyclones struggle to grab CyHawk win

Hailey Dohnal, Assistant Sports Editor
December 8, 2022
Tamin Lipsey shoots a layup against St. Johns on Dec. 4, 2022.

Three Big Takeaways: No. 23 Cyclones battle it out with St. John’s

Hailey Dohnal, Assistant Sports Editor
December 4, 2022
Sports Weekly Episode 53: We're talking basketball

Sports Weekly Episode 53: We’re talking basketball

Andrew Harrington, Hailey Dohnal, and Christian Royston
December 1, 2022
Caleb Grill goes up for a layup against North Dakota on Nov. 30, 2022.

Cyclones find their groove after rocky start

Hailey Dohnal, Assitant Sports Editor
November 30, 2022
Aljaz Kunc shoots a corner 3 against Milwaukee on Nov. 20, 2022.

Cyclones taking successes and moving forward as they face North Dakota

Hailey Dohnal, Assistant Sports Editor
November 29, 2022
Xavier Hutchinson celebrates in Iowa State's 31-14 win over West Virginia on Nov. 5.

Analyzing our preseason football predictions

Andrew Harrington, Hailey Dohnal, and Christian Royston
November 28, 2022
Anthony Johnson Jr. celebrates second career interception against West Virginia on Nov. 5.

Cyclone football to honor seniors Saturday night

Hailey Dohnal, Sports Reporter
November 18, 2022
Freshman Tamin Lipsey rebounds the ball against North Carolina A&T on Nov. 13

Connectivity to bring Cyclone success

Hailey Dohnal, Assistant Sports Editor
November 17, 2022
Sports Weekly Episode 52: The final stretch with special guest Jay Waagmeester

Sports Weekly Episode 52: The final stretch with special guest Jay Waagmeester

Andrew Harrington, Hailey Dohnal, Christian Royston, and Jay Waagmeester
November 17, 2022
O'Rien Vance tackles West Virginia quarterback JT Daniels on Nov. 5

Staff Picks: Texas Tech

Andrew Harrington, Hailey Dohnal, Christian Royston, and Shreya Varrier
November 17, 2022
Cartevious Norton rushes for his first touchdown of the day against West Virginia on Nov 5

Dohnal: Where do the Cyclones go from here?

Hailey Dohnal, Assistant Sports Editor
November 14, 2022
Gabe Kalscheur shoots a corner 3 against North Carolina A&T on Nov 13

Slow shooting doesn’t stop Cyclones from grabbing second win

Hailey Dohnal, Assistant Sports Editor
November 13, 2022
Hunter Dekkers prepares for a snap against West Virginia on Nov. 5

Staff Picks: Oklahoma State

Andrew Harrington, Hailey Dohnal, and Christian Royston
November 10, 2022
ISU vs. IUPUI men's basketball game. Nov. 7, 2022.

Three Big Takeaways: Cyclones get big win at season opener

Hailey Dohnal, Assisant Sports Edtior
November 7, 2022
T.J. Otzelberger speaks at media day on Oct. 12

Otzelberger not comparing team to last year as 2022-23 season begins

Hailey Dohnal, Assistant Sports Editor
November 3, 2022
A Cyclone goes for a tackle against Oklahoma on Oct. 29

Gridiron Staff Picks: West Virginia

Andrew Harrington, Hailey Dohnal, Christian Royston, and Molly Blanco
November 3, 2022
Jeremiah Cooper prepares for a snap against Oklahoma on Oct. 29

‘Flipping this thing around’: Campbell still confident following fifth loss

Hailey Dohnal, Assistant Sports Editor
November 1, 2022
Joey Petersen celebrates after a play against Oklahoma on Oct. 29

Three Big Takeaways: Iowa State yet to grab Big 12 win

Hailey Dohnal, Assistant Sports Edtior
October 29, 2022
Cyclones and longhorns meet near midfield after game on Oct. 15.

Cyclones take four-game losing streak into matchup with Oklahoma

Hailey Dohnal, Assistant Sports Editor
October 28, 2022
Hunter Dekkers runs with the football against Texas on Oct. 15

Gridiron Staff Picks: Oklahoma

Andrew Harrington, Hailey Dohnal, Christian Royston, and Nicole Hasek
October 27, 2022
Sports Weekly Episode 51: Will the Cyclones make a Bowl Game?

Sports Weekly Episode 51: Will the Cyclones make a Bowl Game?

Andrew Harrington, Hailey Dohnal, and Christian Royston
October 25, 2022
Eli King poses at men's basketball media day on Oct. 12.

Predictions: What will the season look like for Cyclone men’s basketball

Andrew Harrington and Hailey Dohnal
October 23, 2022
Jaylin Noel catches a touchdown against Texas on Oct. 15

Three Big Takeaways: Cyclones lose fourth consecutive game

Hailey Dohnal, Assistant Sports Editor
October 15, 2022
Group of Cyclones including linebacker Colby Reeder attempt to block kick from Baylor.

Players to Watch: Texas

Hailey Dohnal, Assistant Sports Editor
October 14, 2022
T.J Tampa celebrates after a play against Kansas State on Oct. 8.

Gridiron Staff Picks: Texas

Andrew Harrington, Hailey Dohnal, Christian Royston, Jordan Mitchell, and Jack Mcclellan
October 13, 2022
T.J. Otzelberger speaks the media during Iowa State men's basketball Media Day on Oct. 12.

‘Play Cyclone basketball’: Otzelberger focused on building habits in 2022-23 season

Hailey Dohnal, Assistant Sports Editor
October 12, 2022
Jaylin Noel during the game against Kansas on Oct. 1

Gridiron Staff Picks: Kansas State

Andrew Harrington, Hailey Dohnal, Christian Royston, and Claire Hoppe
October 6, 2022
Matt Campbell talks with a referee in the game against Baylor on Sept. 24

‘We’re gonna keep finding solutions’: Campbell not giving up on his youthful team

Hailey Dohnal, Sports Reporter
October 4, 2022
Sports Weekly Episode 50: Cyclone football drops back-to-back games

Sports Weekly Episode 50: Cyclone football drops back-to-back games

Andrew Harrington, Hailey Dohnal, and Christian Royston
October 4, 2022
Xavier Hutchinson points to the sideline as he lines up for the snap against Kansas on Oct. 1.

Dohnal: A waiting game for Iowa State football

Hailey Dohnal, Assistant Sports Editor
October 3, 2022
Jirehl Brock and teammate Tyler Miller hug one another after a play against Baylor on Sept. 24

Gridiron Staff Picks: Kansas

Andrew Harrington, Hailey Dohnal, Christian Royston, and Maximillian Lisowski
September 30, 2022
Jirehl Brock breaks through a tackle against Baylor on Sept. 24, 2022.

‘I’m just having fun’: Cyclones ready to bounce back against Kansas

Hailey Dohnal, Assistant Sports Editor
September 30, 2022
Cyclone Jaylin Noel rushes down the field against Baylor on Sept. 24

Cyclones stay positive and focused after falling to Baylor

Hailey Dohnal, Assistant Sports Editor
September 24, 2022
Darien Porter and the Cyclones celebrate 43-10 win over Ohio on Sept. 17.

Gridiron Staff Picks: Baylor

Andrew Harrington, Hailey Dohnal, Christian Royston, and Jacob Rice
September 23, 2022
Matt Campbell walks along the sidelines against Ohio on Sept. 17.

Campbell focused on taking advantage of opportunities against Baylor

Hailey Dohnal, Assistant Sports Editor
September 20, 2022
Sports Weekly Episode 49: CYTown and Cyclones in the NFL

Sports Weekly Episode 49: CYTown and Cyclones in the NFL

Andrew Harrington, Hailey Dohnal, and Christian Royston
September 20, 2022
Hunter Dekkers smiles to teammate DeShawn Hanika after a touchdown against Ohio on Sept. 17

Hunter Dekkers: Getting into the groove

Hailey Dohnal, Assistant Sports Editor
September 17, 2022
Pair of Iowa State defensive lineman get to Iowa quarterback Spencer Petras on Sept. 10.

Cyclones back in Ames to face Ohio before Big 12 play

Hailey Dohnal
September 16, 2022
Hunter Dekkers takes the field during 10-7 win over Iowa on Sept. 10.

Gridiron Staff Picks: Ohio

Andrew Harrington, Hailey Dohnal, Christian Royston, and Biong Biong
September 16, 2022
Sports Weekly Episode 48: Recapping an eventful CyHawk week

Sports Weekly Episode 48: Recapping an eventful CyHawk week

Andrew Harrington, Hailey Dohnal, and Christian Royston
September 14, 2022
Iowa State celebrates with the Cy-Hawk trophy after beating Iowa on Sept. 10

Three Big Takeaways: CyHawk trophy comes back to Ames

Hailey Dohnal, Assistant Sports Editor
September 10, 2022
Cyclones line up for an extra point during Iowa State's 42-10 win over Southeast Missouri State on Sept. 3.

Gridiron Staff Picks: CyHawk

Andrew Harrington, Hailey Dohnal, Christian Royston, and Katherine Kealey
September 9, 2022
Iowa State football head coach Matt Campbell talks with the media during the first day of fall camp Aug. 2.

Dohnal: What CFP expansion means for the Big 12

Hailey Dohnal, Assistant Sports Editor
September 5, 2022
Hunter Dekkers celebrated with teammates Xaiver Hutchinson after a touchdown in season opener against Southeast Missouri State on Sept. 3

Three Big Takeaways: Five touchdowns for Dekkers, 100 yards for Brock

Hailey Dohnal, Assistant Sports Editor
September 3, 2022
Jirehl Brock runs behind tight end Easton Dean in the Cyclones' 59-7 win over Kansas on Oct. 2, 2021.

‘Expect Iowa State Football’: Cyclones ready to impress come Saturdays game

Hailey Dohnal, Assistant Sports Editor
August 30, 2022
Iowa State running back Jirehl Brock runs the ball in the Cyclones' game against Iowa on Sept. 11, 2021.

Opinion: What is the outlook for Iowa State football in 2022?

Andrew Harrington, Hailey Dohnal, and Christian Royston
August 22, 2022
Iowa State quarterback Hunter Dekkers warms up on the sideline during the Cyclones' 27-17 loss to Iowa in the Iowa Corn CyHawk Series on Sept. 11, 2021.

Cyclone secondary showing signs of growth at fall camp

Hailey Dohnal, Assistant Sports Editor
August 19, 2022

The wait is over for Jirehl Brock

Hailey Dohnal
August 10, 2022
Mikayla Ramos hugs teammate Jayden McKeague's mother before Iowa State's cancer awareness game on May 7, 2022. 

Three Big Takeaways: More than just softball

Hailey Dohnal
May 7, 2022
Right fielder Milaysia Ochoa points toward the Iowa State dugout durning a 5-4 win over Iowa. 

Cyclones overcome deficit to win game one over Kansas

Hailey Dohnal
May 6, 2022
Angelina Allen plays first base during the Cyclones' 11–1 loss to Oklahoma State on April 10 at the Cyclone Sports Complex.

Softball heads to Drake for final road game

Hailey Dohnal
May 3, 2022
Iowa State freshman Angelita Fuentes stands in the batters box April 10 at the Cyclone Sports Complex.

Three Big Takeaways: Softball ties series with Baylor after win

Hailey Dohnal
April 30, 2022
Ellie Spelhaug pitches against the Iowa Hawkeyes in the Iowa Corn CyHawk Series on April 26 at the Cyclone Sports Complex.

Softball heads to Baylor for three-game series

Hailey Dohnal
April 28, 2022
Iowa State junior Ellie Spelhaug throws a pitch against the Texas Tech Red Raiders April 14 at the Cyclone Sports Complex.

Cyclone softball hungry for a Cy-Hawk series win

Hailey Dohnal
April 25, 2022
Iowa State sophomore Natalie Wellet stands in the batter's box during the Cyclones' game against the Northern Iowa Panthers on April 6.

Cyclones fall to Texas Tech in series finale

Hailey Dohnal
April 16, 2022
Sarah Tyree gets ready to field the ball against Texas Tech April 14 at the Cyclone Sports Complex.

Cyclones rally for comeback win over Texas Tech

Hailey Dohnal
April 14, 2022
Meixi Semple competes on the balance beam at the 2022 Big 12 Gymnastics Championships on March 19 in Denver, Colo. (Photo courtesy of Ethan Mito/Clarkson Creative Photography)

Three Big Takeaways: Gymnastics season ends at NCAA Regionals

Hailey Dohnal
March 31, 2022
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