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After 22 years as Iowa State’s longest-serving AD in the Power Four, Jamie Pollard is stepping down effective June 30, 2027, leaving behind a legacy of 24 Big 12 team titles, 12 NCAA men’s basketball bids, 17 women’s basketball NCAA appearances, and groundbreaking academic achievements for student-athletes. His retirement marks the end of an era as the university begins its search for his successo...

After 22 transformative years, Jamie Pollard, Iowa State’s longest-serving athletic director, is stepping down—retiring June 30, 2027, or sooner when his successor takes the reins. Under his leadership, Cyclone athletics soared: student-athletes hit a 95% graduation rate, 24 Big 12 titles were claimed across eight sports, and $400M+ was invested in cutting-edge facilities like the new performance...

Texas Tech’s future in the Big 12 hangs in the balance after quarterback Brendan Sorsby’s admission to illegal gambling, which led to his suspension and damaged the program’s reputation. The conference, under commissioner Brett Yormark, took strong action, sparking accusations that Texas Tech has become arrogant and believes its wealth shields it from league rules. With trust eroded and isolation...

Brett Yormark’s Big 12 tenure is hitting turbulence, from a confusing media day moment about tortilla bans and stadium paddling to a questionable Monster Energy deal that’s barely breaking the bank per school. While the conference lands a $20M sponsorship, critics say it’s a missed opportunity—especially when schools could command more. Add to that stalled plans like Mexico games and a lackluster...

Iowa State’s Big 12 Media Days kicked off with head coach Jimmy Rogers and five key players igniting the hype for the 2026 season. Rogers turned last-place USA Today poll rankings into fuel, outlining his five-in-five strategy and balancing speed vs. size on defense. Quarterback Jaylen Raynor gears up for Jack Trice Stadium battles, while defensive end Isaac Terrell reveals his “Bobby” nickname an...

The Big 12 just dropped a major move: a $20M annual deal with Monster Energy to rebrand football and basketball as “Monster Energy Big 12” — complete with co-branded uniforms, courts, and social media blitzes. This is the first time a college sports conference has gone this deep with an energy drink giant, signaling a bold new era for branding and revenue. Commissioner Brett Yormack sees it as a s...

The Iowa State Cyclones are undergoing a major rebuild, with three top scorers from last season gone and key player Nate Heise using up his eligibility. Head coach T.J. Otzelberger is reshaping his staff, replacing departed assistants JR Blount and Kyle Green with Tim Buckley and Allan Hanson. They’re also bringing in veteran Chuck Ruffing, who brings recruiting expertise and college coaching expe...

Iowa State’s 2026-27 non-conference schedule is loaded with firepower, featuring eight home games at Hilton Coliseum, a high-stakes showdown with Purdue in Ames, and the historic quest for a fourth straight Cy-Hawk win against Iowa. The season kicks off on the road against Memphis, then hits Vegas for the Players Era Championship with potential matchups against Tennessee or Oregon. With neutral si...

Iowa State’s 2026-27 hoops season kicks off with a stacked non-conference slate designed to test them early — featuring exhibition games, road battles with Memphis and Southern Miss, a high-stakes Vegas trip with potential matchups against Gonzaga or Baylor, and big home showdowns against Purdue and Iowa. It’s a brutal, exciting preview of what’s to come before conference play. Listen in comfort:...

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