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CFTV: Pleta Arrives and One Overlooked Cyclone in the Big Four Sports

Jake Brend is back with the CFTV Daily Update as German freshman forward Dominykas Pleta arrives on campus after Visa issues. Brend also names one Cyclone in football, men’s basketball, women’s basketball and wrestling that is being overlooked heading into the 2025-26 season.

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Dominykas Pleta Arrives in Ames

It took longer than expected but Iowa State‘s 2025-26 Men’s Basketball roster is all on campus for summer workouts as German freshman forward Dominykas Pleta arrived in Ames this week. Willkommen im Hilton Magic!#Cyclones | #C5C pic.twitter.com/R3gMEj3Sjg — Iowa State Men’s Basketball (@CycloneMBB) July 2, 2025 Pleta had his Visa approved but weeks ago but …

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CFTV: Reaction to a Loaded Las Vegas Feast Week Field

Jake Brend and Chris Williams give their thoughts on Iowa State’s draw against St. John’s and Creighton in the Players Era Tournament this November.

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Iowa State’s Player Era Tournament Opponents Released

The 2025 Players Era Men’s Championship schedule is set and Iowa State will be playing two of best teams from the Big East. Iowa State will open their week in Las Vegas against St. Johns at 3:30 p.m. (CT) on Monday, Nov. 24 followed by a matchup with Creighton on Tuesday at 1:30 p.m. (CT). …

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CFTV: Matt Campbell Proves DNA is Program’s Biggest Strength

In Monday’s edition of CFTV, Jake Brend reacts to a clip from Matt Campbell‘s interview on the ⁠Never Stop Getting Better Podcast and reflects on how Campbell has handled the ups and downs in his time at Iowa State. https://youtu.be/ZzntLFwX7js

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Keshon Gilbert Agrees to Exhibit 10 Contract With The Wizards

Keshon Gilbert becomes the second Cyclone this offseason to land a deal in the NBA, signing an Exhibit 10 contract with the Washington Wizards per Sean Cunningham. An Exhibit 10 contract is a minimum non-guaranteed deal that allows a player to play in the NBA Summer League while auditioning for a spot on the Wizards …

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Denver Signs Curtis Jones as Undrafted Free Agent

Iowa State guard and Big 12 Sixth Man of the Year Curtis Jones has signed an undrafted free agent deal with the Denver Nuggets, according to ESPN’s Jonathan Givony. NEWS Iowa State's Curtis Jones has agreed to a deal with the Denver Nuggets, a source told ESPN. pic.twitter.com/FvvjlDILyt — Jonathan Givony (@DraftExpress) June 27, 2025 …

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CFTV: What’s the biggest key to Iowa State FB’s success in 2025?

Jake Brend and Chris Williams both give their biggest key to Iowa State football’s 2025 season as the Cyclones follow up their first ever 11 win season. https://youtu.be/dTSa12AGCKk

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CFTV: Blake Buchanan is built for the Cyclone Defense and Tamin is ready to take the keys

Jake Brend continues his deep dive into Iowa State Men’s Basketball summer workouts, taking you through what T.J. Otzelberger expects out of Virginia transfer Blake Buchanan. Tamin Lipsey also shares that he’s excited to take back the reigns on offense. https://youtu.be/Hv9sKqaJeRE

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CFTV: Daily Update With Jake Brend From MBB Availability – June 24, 2025

Jake Brend recaps the first summer media availability session for the men’s basketball team, focusing on the addition of Utah Valley transfer Dominick Nelson and the strides he’s already made in Ames.

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CFTV: Pleta Arrives and One Overlooked Cyclone in the Big Four Sports

Dominykas Pleta Arrives in Ames

CFTV: Reaction to a Loaded Las Vegas Feast Week Field

Iowa State’s Player Era Tournament Opponents Released

CFTV: Matt Campbell Proves DNA is Program’s Biggest Strength

Keshon Gilbert Agrees to Exhibit 10 Contract With The Wizards

Denver Signs Curtis Jones as Undrafted Free Agent

CFTV: What’s the biggest key to Iowa State FB’s success in 2025?

CFTV: Blake Buchanan is built for the Cyclone Defense and Tamin is ready to take the keys

CFTV: Daily Update With Jake Brend From MBB Availability – June 24, 2025

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