Putting KU behind will be a test Oct 11, 2007
After a crushing home loss to an in-state rival, senior wide receiver Jordy Nelson and the Kansas State football team will attempt to turn the page Saturday when they come face to face with a red-hot Colorado team that demands their full attention. The Buffaloes are 2-0 in Big 12 Conference play, and would be happy to hand K-State its second consecutive loss if Wildcats are focused on anything but the task at hand. (Kansas State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Jayhawks show strength in win over Wildcats Oct 9, 2007
Kansas State football head coach Ron Prince said the Wildcats did have their chances to win the game, but an inability to move the ball or interceptions were the downfall at the end of the contest. e played a team that has a terrific defense, that can stop the run and a team that was able to put pressure on the quarterback, Prince said. (Augusta Daily Gazette, KS)
GoPowercat Q&A: Josh Freeman Oct 9, 2007
Being one of the faces of Kansas State football is a full-time job, so, quarterback Josh Freeman rarely has a minute to himself. However, the second-year Wildcat signal caller found some time to chat with GoPowercat. (Kansas State Sports -- Rivals.com)
More of this story Oct 4, 2007
Mitchell has been invited to attend a Kansas State football game this weekend. Two other schools courting the athletic senior are the University of Central Arkansas and the University of Tulsa. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
K-State expert breaks down game Oct 4, 2007
When it comes to Kansas State football Tim Fitgerald is one of the best experts. The publisher and editor in chief of GoPowercat. (Kansas Sports -- Rivals.com)
Flags are flying Sep 11, 2007
Any Kansas State football fan knows how it starts. When Coach Ron Prince was introduced as the successor to Bill Snyder, he told everyone he wanted a "fast, strong, disciplined team that consistently competes for championships.". (Kansas State Sports -- Rivals.com)
'Relieved' Family Adds 6 Babies Sep 3, 2007
" Petersen brought six purple Kansas State University Wildcats caps he said were donated, admitting it would be some time before they fit. Family members were getting ready to watch the Kansas State football team play Auburn on Saturday night at the Byler's Wesley Chapel home when Byler received a call about 7 p.m. saying his wife's water had broken. He had just returned from the hospital but rushed back. The day that began at 3 a.m., when he awoke to run his Pepperidge Farms bread and bagel... (Tampa Bay Online, FL -- News)
The power of Josh Aug 30, 2007
Josh Freeman enters his sophomore season as the face of the Kansas State football program. Heck, the entire motto of the season is "The Power of One," which just happens to be Freeman's jersey number. (Kansas State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Pierce ready to help at wide receiver Aug 22, 2007
Kansas State football fans will need to get familiar with a variety of new faces at wide receiver this fall, as the Wildcat receiving corps added a slew of newcomers during the off-season. Five new names are listed on the position's depth chart this year, and while other recruits may get more hype, it will likely be the somewhat overlooked Ernie Pierce whose fresh face is showcased most in 2007. (Kansas State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Suspension of Norwood creates questions Aug 21, 2007
With the news that Rashaad Norwood had been suspended from the Kansas State football team becoming public Monday afternoon the attention of many fans immediately turned to the question of how to replace Norwood's production. Sophomore Jeron Mastrud will likely carry some of the load, but who else will be asked to step up. (Kansas State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Media Day Notes: Freeman center of attention Aug 5, 2007
As many expected, the majority of the buzz at Saturday's Kansas State football media day was centered around second-year quarterback Josh Freeman. However, instead of fielding the usual questions about his progression and composure, the 6-foot-6 sophomore spent the majority of the day explaining his inability to pass Coach Ron Prince's pre-camp conditioning test. (Kansas State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Incoming Tiger Freshman Earns Honor Jul 3, 2007
One of three finalists for the award, Mills was honored at the 10th annual Greater Wichita Area Sports Banquet, where Kansas State football coach Ron Prince was the keynote speaker and Major League Baseball Hall of Famer Johnny Bench was a special guest and speaker. Mills was selected by a panel of sports writers and broadcasters from 48 nominees based on high school athletic careers, academics, character, work ethic, dedication, commitment and effort. (Mutigers.com)
Turn Out Lights on '07 Jul 3, 2007
Kansas State football. Like the once-moribund Mildcats, this program was not exactly a perennial winner. (Usdtoreros.com)
K-State hits Colorado again Jun 26, 2007
The state of Colorado has always been kind to the Kansas State football program. During Bill Snyder's tenure, the Wildcats were able to steal numerous blue-chip prospects that went on to be solid players in Manhattan. (Kansas State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Full Story from The Dartmouth Jun 23, 2007
Jones left Dartmouth after the 2005 season for a position on the Kansas State football coaching staff. Of Teevens' nine-man coaching staff, eight graduated from college after 1993. (U-Wire.com)
Non-conference Home Kick-Offs Announced Jun 11, 2007
2007 KANSAS STATE FOOTBALL SCHEDULE. DATE OPPONENT (TV) KICKOFF. (KStateFans.com)
Freeman, Jackson top spring draft Apr 18, 2007
The Kansas State football program conducted its second annual Spring Game Draft Tuesday at the Vanier Football Complex with defensive coordinator Tim Tibesar and offensive coordinator James Franklin selecting their respective squads for Saturday's scrimmage at Bill Snyder Family Stadium. Franklin, who will coach the Purple team, won the coin toss for the draft's first overall selection and quickly snatched sophomore quarterback Josh Freeman, according to K-State head coach Ron Prince. (Kansas State Sports -- Rivals.com)
K-State at No. 22 Texas Feb 3, 2007
Do you have a question on Kansas State football or other Wildcat sports for Eagle sports writer Jeffrey Martin. to submit your question. (Kansas.com, KS -- Sports)
K-State football to host Signing Day 2007 Jan 24, 2007
The Kansas State football program and head coach Ron Prince will host Signing Day 2007 on Wednesday, Feb. 7, from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at the Clarion Hotel (formerly the Holiday Inn Holidome) in Manhattan, athletics department officials announced today. The second annual event for K-State fans will be hosted by coach Prince, who will provide commentary on the Wildcats' 2007 recruiting class and answer questions regarding the class. (Kansas State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Football not the only focus in Houston Dec 29, 2006
HOUSTON -- With Willie Wildcat leading the way, 13 selected Kansas State football players and two assistant coaches entered the DePelchin Children's Center early Wednesday afternoon. They showered smiling kids with hugs, handshakes and purple trinkets. (Kansas State Sports -- Rivals.com)
SPORTS COLUMN--Sports editor gets late shoppping start Dec 26, 2006
-- To Kansas State football coach Ron Prince, we give continued improvement. Most folks didn't think he could coax seven wins out of the Wildcats, and don't be surprised if they spring an upset on Rutgers in the Texas Bowl. (McPherson Sentinel, KS)
Autograph session a hit with fans Dec 12, 2006
The final impression of the Kansas State football season won't be the line of fans that wrapped around Bramlage Coliseum on a cool Sunday night. But after patiently waiting for the doors to open, several hundred K-State fans flooded the concourse to offer congratulations and get autographs from players and head coach Ron Prince, and take home another memory a few weeks from the Wildcats' first bowl game in three seasons. (Kansas State Sports -- Rivals.com)
The right fit Dec 11, 2006
On the surface, Kansas State football coach and basketball coach couldn't seem more different ... "You've got to deal with that situation. You've got to deal with your student athletes. The athletic director's going through a lot. To have someone out there who can be helping them get started, it just quickens the process.'' The frequent use of search firms has made Chuck Neinas of Neinas Sports Services a household name at a few college towns across the country. Still searching So just how many... (Notre Dame Sports -- Rivals.com)
K- State football to host autograph session Dec 8, 2006
The Kansas State football program will host a fan appreciation autograph session on Sunday, Dec. 10, to celebrate its upcoming appearance in the inaugural Texas Bowl against No. 16 Rutgers. The autograph session will be held on the concourse in Bramlage Coliseum, with head coach and players signing from 4 to 5:30 p.m.. (KStateFans.com)
Can You See Us Now? Rutgers Football, the Texas Bowl and TV From Verizon - Perfect Together Dec 8, 2006
NEWARK, N.J., Dec. 7 /PRNewswire/ -- While most Cablevision, Time Warner and Comcast analog-cable television subscribers in New York and New Jersey won't be able to see the Rutgers and Kansas State football teams play in the Texas Bowl on Dec. 28, other consumers in the region will have a better alternative. The game will be available on Verizon's FiOS TV service and for Verizon's DIRECTV customers in New York, New Jersey* and throughout the region. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Driver of K-State fan bus had a restricted license Nov 29, 2006
LAWRENCE -- The driver of a bus for Kansas State football fans that was involved in a fatal accident earlier this month had three previous drunken-driving convictions and was driving on a restricted license. Brent Simonsson, 41, of Wamego, was driving the "Cat Tracker" bus to the Kansas-Kansas State football game on Nov. 18 when Shawnee resident John Green, 27, and Salina resident Christian Orr, 34, struck an overpass hours before the game. (Topeka Capital-Journal -- News)
Turnovers Prove Costly for the Cats Nov 20, 2006
The true freshman quarterback accounted for six turnovers for the Kansas State football team in a 39-20 loss to the Kansas Jayhawks Saturday afternoon at Memorial Stadium. He looked anything but the two-time reigning Big 12 Conference Offensive Player of the Week and Cingular National Offensive Player of the Week, as he threw three interceptions one of which was returned for a touchdown and lost three fumbles with one recovered in the endzone for another Jayhawk touchdown. (KStateFans.com)
Wildcat Football -- They're back Nov 14, 2006
If you happen across Kansas State football fans this week wearing big smiles and making travel plans for a holiday bowl site, can you blame them. The Wildcats, after two losing seasons and a less-than-convincing start this year, were on the winning end of a 45-42 shocker Saturday night. (Topeka Capital-Journal -- News)
Monday Report Card Nov 14, 2006
comDate: Nov 13, 2006 The Kansas State football did the unthinkable Saturday night by upsetting the No. 4-ranked Texas Longhorns 45-42 at Bill Snyder Family Stadium in front of a national audience. Find out who made the Grade. (KStateFans.com)
Ready to 'Mess with Texas' Nov 9, 2006
comDate: Nov 8, 2006 This will be the last time the seniors of the Kansas State football team will get to step onto Bill Snyder Family Stadium. Some of those players will be looking to have a positive influence on the outcome of Saturdays matchup with No. 4-ranked Texas. (KStateFans.com)
Cats understand importance of bowl game Nov 2, 2006
It's the big question, the high stakes, the looming goal that cannot be dodged for the Kansas State football team and Coach Ron Prince. With a 5-4 record, the Wildcats are just one win away from becoming bowl-eligible, something they can accomplish this Saturday if the Cats win at Colorado. (Kansas State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Georgia's 2007 schedule suddenly has a big hole Oct 28, 2006
Former Kansas State football coach Bill Snyder said he's been fielding a few pitches himself. Snyder revealed he's been contacted by other colleges gauging his interest in making a coaching comeback in 2007. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Snyder's letter to KSU fans unnecessary Oct 27, 2006
Nothing livens up a slow news day like receiving an open letter from Bill Snyder, addressed to "All Loyal Wildcat Fans" and asking them to support the new Kansas State football coach, Ron Prince, his staff and players. Out of nowhere comes this letter, without Prince's knowledge. (Kansas.com, KS -- Sports)
Kansas State football notebook Oct 20, 2006
com / Topeka Capital-Journal. Published Friday, October 20, 2006. (Topeka Capital-Journal -- Sports)
Ron Prince Travels To Kansas To Fill King-sized Shoes Oct 17, 2006
Last spring former Virginia offensive coordinator Ron Prince was tapped to fill in the monster shoes of now-retired Kansas State football coach Bill Snyder. Snyder took a program that was once last in Division I-A football and led them to a Big 12 title three years ago -- on the way achieving godlike status at a university that now prides itself on its football team. (The Cavalier Daily, VA)
Can Freeman make a difference for Cats? Oct 7, 2006
The Josh Freeman era of Kansas State football officially begins Saturday at Bill Snyder Family Stadium. The highly-touted and very promising quarterback will make his first career start when the Wildcats play host to Oklahoma State, a sign that Coach Ron Prince is beginning to look toward the future while trying to provide his offense with more firepower. (Kansas State Sports -- Rivals.com)
First Collegiate Start - Josh Freeman Oct 5, 2006
Kansas State football coach Ron Prince announced to the media before announcing to the team that the true-freshman from Kansas City, Mo. would get his first career collegiate start this Saturday. (KStateFans.com)
Bold and Daring Oct 5, 2006
comPosted Oct 4, 2006 But any first-play bomb, on-side kick, or wide receiver pass play is nothing more than a quarterback sneak compared to the call the first-year Kansas State football coach made Saturday night. Josh Freeman is our quarterback for the foreseeable future. (KStateFans.com)
In "They Said It Couldn't Be Done," Bill Snyder talks about the perseverance needed to turn around K-State. Oct 1, 2006
As far as having 500 losses and all the history that went with Kansas State football, I wasn't concerned with that. " How did Snyder achieve such greatness? "If you're asking me to point to one thing, I would say perseverance," Snyder said. "In this profession, if a problem hasn't knocked on your door today, then hang on because it's coming. (ESPN -- College Football)
Karsyn's Arms to help Landon Larson Sep 29, 2006
Landon is an avid sports fan and is a fan of Texas and Kansas State football and basketball. He likes spending time in the weight room. (McPherson Sentinel, KS)
K-State can use Louisville as gauge Sep 23, 2006
Today we will discover whether this Kansas State football team is running ahead of schedule under coach Ron Prince or whether Louisville's offense derails the Wildcats and sends them back to the real world, where rebuilding programs takes months and years, not weeks. The Wildcats, especially their defense, have teased us so far into thinking maybe, just maybe, this team can be better than we imagined. (Kansas.com, KS -- Sports)
Coach teaches more than defense with life’s experiences Sep 18, 2006
Hundley, 43, made an impact at free safety immediately upon joining the Kansas State football team in 1981, seeing significant playing time as a freshman after several seniors were red-shirted. Playing time decreased a bit his sophomore year and he sat out the 1983 season because of grades. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Wild ride starts with scare from Illinois State Sep 4, 2006
From the Wildcat Walk to the sight of Kansas State football players bursting through a cloud of smoke and sprinting down a redesigned ramp and onto the field. Then came kickoff. (Kansas State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Meier the starter for Now? Aug 31, 2006
comDate: Aug 31, 2006 Ron Prince called his two remaining quarterbacks into his office about a week ago to tell them something; that senior Dylan Meier would be the starter when the Kansas State football team opens its 2006 season, and true-freshman Josh Freeman would be his backup. to read the rest of this story. (KStateFans.com)
Thompson gives thoughts on fall camp Aug 26, 2006
Ready for Kansas State football. We know you are. (Kansas State Sports -- Rivals.com)
News, views of sports world Aug 24, 2006
News -- Kansas State football coach Ron Prince still hasn't annointed a starting quarterback. Views -- What this tells us is that Prince is giving trumpeted freshman Josh Freeman every opportunity possible to win the starting job. (McPherson Sentinel, KS)
When will Johnson report? Aug 15, 2006
The Kansas State football team has completed a little over a week's worth of practices and Johnson has yet to be seen at either of the two workouts that have been open to the public. When will he join the team on the field. (Kansas State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Bomar's situation a valuable teaching tool Aug 11, 2006
Fall classes were nearly three weeks away, but Kansas State football players received an early lecture during the team's first meeting at Vanier Football Complex one night prior to the start of fall camp. New head coach Ron Prince and a school compliance official dedicated a segment toward re-emphasized NCAA rules en lieu of the costly err by Oklahoma starting quarterback Rhett Bomar, whose off-field actions yielded recent dire consequences. (Kansas State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Just like that, Evridge gone Aug 10, 2006
The Kansas State football coach asked Evridge, the sophomore quarterback who started six games in 2005 and informed Prince on Tuesday he was considering transferring, to sleep on the situation overnight and return Wednesday morning with a decision. Evridge was excused from Tuesday's practice. (Kansas.com, KS -- Sports)
Evridge must find his future elsewhere Aug 10, 2006
The Kansas State football coaches and players converged on the Vanier Football Complex last Friday for the start of fall drills and the program's Media Day. Everyone was all smiles. (Kansas State Sports -- Rivals.com)
QB logjam eased at K-State Jul 29, 2006
The sports columnist got his first look at new Kansas State football coach during the Big 12 media gathering this week in Kansas City ... That's about all I can say about Ron Prince, who has assumed the thankless job of replacing Bill Snyder, the father of Kansas State football. (McPherson Sentinel, KS)
Sports Briefs Jul 29, 2006
Allen Webb made incredible contributions to Kansas State football during his career,'' Wildcats head coach Ron Prince said in the release. We wish him success in his future endeavors. (Carthage Press, MO)
The Snyder Interview Jul 25, 2006
Many "experts" aren't projecting big things from the Kansas State football program in 2006, but there's one man more qualified to call himself an expert on the subject than virtually anyone else. Bill Snyder may no longer be the coach of the Wildcats, but he still has plenty of interest in the program he built and expects his former players to battle for a North Division title in 2006. (Kansas State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Ground game needs to be reestablished Jun 24, 2006
With the departure of Darren Sproles in 2004, the Kansas State football faithful witnessed the end of one of the most dominating four-year stretches of rushing in K-State football history. Thanks to Sproles and his predecessor, Josh Scobey, the Wildcats amassed 11,741 rushing yards from Scobey's senior year (2001) to Sproles' senior year (2004). (Kansas State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Receiver Grigsby leaving K-State program Jun 21, 2006
Sophomore wide receiver Ro Grigsby will be transferring from the Kansas State football program according to his father, the Rev. J.D. Grigsby. A conversation with Grigsby's father revealed that the Dayton, Ohio, product, who caught 67 passes for 1,244 yards as a high school senior in 2003 before signing with Bill Snyder's Wildcats, isn't leaving the program under his own terms. (Kansas State Sports -- Rivals.com)
New Jersey RB chooses K-State Jun 18, 2006
After a little time to think things through and several conversations with the coaching staff, the talented athlete decided he knew he wanted to be part of Ron Prince's Kansas State football program. Sign in here if you already have a username and password to any service on the Rivals. (Kansas State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Defense must again become a strength Jun 17, 2006
The number seven means a lot to Kansas State football fans. There's the obvious meaning: seven points equals a touchdown plus the extra point. (Kansas State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Coach Snydere aids TLC Jun 15, 2006
Temporary Lodging for Children, known widely as TLC, will benefit from the "Honoring a Legend" breakfast for former Kansas State football coach Bill Snyder from 7:30 to 9:30 Wednesday, June 21, at the 810 Zone restaurant, 4800 W. 119th St., Leawood. Pepsi, 810 Zone and 810 WHB sports radio cosponsor the event to benefit TLC. The $25 admission covers breakfast with Snyder and a raffle ticket. (Johnson County Sun, KS)
National College Football Notebook Jun 15, 2006
It also sounds like a class that might attract Kansas State football players. However, there would be some drawbacks. (Boston College Sports -- Rivals.com)
K-State agrees topair of gameswith UCLA Jun 14, 2006
Under that deal, Kansas State football, men's basketball, women's basketball and baseball will air on new stations beginning with the 2006-07 sports season, offering expanded geographic coverage. Copyright 2006. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NCAA Football)
Kansas State announces start times Jun 14, 2006
KSU Sports Information An early-season television matchup with Marshall highlights the first three games of the 2006 Kansas State football season, according to a joint announcement Tuesday by athletics department officials and the Big 12 Conference. The Wildcats and Thundering Herd will play the rubber match of their three-game contract on Sept. 16 at Bill Snyder Family Stadium. (Kansas State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Prince to be here Monday Jun 10, 2006
When new Kansas State football coach Ron Prince comes to McPherson Monday, he's going to be greeted by one of the largest turnouts ever to attend a McPherson County-Harvey County Catbackers event. According to Hugo Dahlstrom, who is in charge of reservations, nearly 200 Wildcat supporters are expected for the dinner and auction, which is scheduled to begin at 5:30 p.m. at the Best Western Convention Center. (McPherson Sentinel, KS)
Prince to be in town June 12 May 28, 2006
New Kansas State football coach Ron Prince will be the special guest of the McPherson County and Harvey County Catbackers on Monday, June 12. Prince, of course, is following in the footsteps of longtime KSU coach Bill Snyder, but already he's created his own special buzz in the program. (McPherson Sentinel, KS)
Federer, Nadal to meet in final May 14, 2006
Robinson, a center who joined the Kansas State football team in 1949, died Tuesday at his home in Wharton, N.J.. Copyright. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
ESPN segment fails to meet expectations May 12, 2006
Yes, new-look Kansas State football hit the national map Wednesday evening. But the 2-minute, 20-second segment on "SportsCenter" hardly made time stand still in the Little Apple. (Kansas State Sports -- Rivals.com)
