Iowa State Football Embraces New Era Under Coach Jimmy Rogers
Coach Jimmy Rogers takes the helm for the 2026 season as Iowa State looks to build on a decade of rising attendance and strong ticket sales.
Jun 6, 2026
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Iowa State Football Embraces New Era Under Coach Jimmy Rogers
Coach Jimmy Rogers steps into the head‑coach role for the 2026 season, urging fans to stay engaged as the program looks to build on a decade of attendance gains and record‑setting ticket renewals.
Jun 6, 2026
Kansas State’s Dublin Experiment: Reflections from Taylor and Klieman
Athletic director Gene Taylor and coach Chris Klieman recount the unexpected decision to play in Dublin, the narrow loss, and the lasting positive impact despite a disappointing year.
Jun 4, 2026
Conference Power Struggle: Mid-American chief likens Power 4 to Voldemort
Mid-American Conference commissioner Jon Steinbrecher denounced the dominant Power 4 conferences, invoking Harry Potter imagery and country music lyrics to illustrate the growing chasm in college sports.
Jun 3, 2026
Jimmy Rogers Embarks on a ‘Midwest Nice’ Experiment with Iowa State Football
New Iowa State football coach Jimmy Rogers brings a blend of Midwestern courtesy and fierce ambition as he attempts to overturn the Cyclones’ underdog status.
Jun 3, 2026
Iowa State Associate Head Coach Jodi Steyer Announces Retirement After 2025-26 Season
Jodi Steyer, longtime Iowa State women’s basketball associate head coach, revealed her retirement plans after the 2025‑26 campaign, citing family considerations and the evolving college basketball landscape as key factors.
Jun 2, 2026
Ryan Day ranks third among 2026 college football coaches as conference realignment debates intensify
CBS Sports' latest coach rankings place Ohio State's Ryan Day in third, behind Indiana's Curt Cignetti and Georgia's Kirby Smart. The article explores the Buckeyes' 2025 finish, key offseason transfers, and the growing friction between major conferences over playoff expansion and NIL governance.
May 28, 2026
Smart Calls for Conferences to Self‑Govern if Rules Remain Unmet
Georgia coach Kirby Smart says conferences should break away and self‑govern if they cannot agree on rules, a stance echoed by Iowa State Athletic Director Jamie Pollard, who criticizes the Big Ten and SEC for ignoring the College Sports Commission’s standards.
May 27, 2026
Big 12 Spring Meetings in Frisco Focus on Expanding Playoff, Calendar Reform and Capital Deal
At the annual Big 12 Spring Meetings in Frisco, Texas, league leaders are poised to discuss a 24‑team College Football Playoff, potential calendar shifts, the fallout from the SCORE Act’s removal, and a new financial partnership with RedBird Capital.
May 25, 2026
Cy-Hawk Rivalry Faces Uncertain Future as FBS Committee Weighs Season Start Shift
Iowa and Iowa State are poised to discuss the future of their historic Cy-Hawk football rivalry as the FBS Oversight Committee considers a sweeping change to the college football calendar.
May 21, 2026
Kansas State eyes broader alcohol sales at football games by 2027
Kansas State University is considering expanding alcohol sales to the general public at football games by 2027, a move that could generate new revenue and reshape stadium logistics after a comprehensive fan‑behavior study.
May 20, 2026
Iowa State Women’s Basketball Prepares for Crucial Season Amid Roster Overhaul
With key players gone and a new roster emerging, Coach Bill Fennelly remains committed to NCAA Tournament aspirations, refusing to lower expectations as he enters his 32nd season.
May 19, 2026