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Second time’s the charm for “electric” ISU transfer receiver Xavier Townsend

Sep 28, 2024; Orlando, Florida, USA; UCF Knights wide receiver Xavier Townsend (3) scores a touchdown during the second half against the Colorado Buffaloes at FBC Mortgage Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mike Watters-Imagn Images  AMES — The so-called “Tampa Trio” became the “Tampa duo” before finally dwindling to the “Tampa uno.”  Iowa State standout quarterback Rocco …
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BACON’S BACK: On Iowa State’s deep and healthier linebackers room

Iowa State’s linebacker Caleb Bacon talks to media during the university football media day at Jack Trice Stadium on Friday, August 2, 2024, in Ames, Iowa. © Nirmalendu Majumdar/Ames Tribune / USA TODAY NETWORK AMES — The constant discomfort didn’t sour Caleb Bacon’s spirits as he sat alone at home. That’s because the budding, but injured …
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Gabe Burkle’s smarts and moxie help make him a leader in ISU’s TE room

Dec 28, 2024; Orlando, FL, USA; Iowa State Cyclones tight end Gabe Burkle (84) catches a pass for a touchdown against the Miami Hurricanes in the first quarter during the Pop Tarts bowl at Camping World Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images  AMES — Cerebral. Competitive. Uncompromising.  All of those words aptly describe Iowa …
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Milan Momcilovic helps form strong core of returners for ISU next season

Mar 21, 2025; Milwaukee, WI, USA; Iowa State forward Milan Momcilovic (22) on a fast break during the second half of their first round NCAA men’s basketball tournament game at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Mark Hoffman/USA Today Network via Imagn Images  In a few months, Iowa State’s heartfelt goodbyes to seniors such as Curtis Jones, …
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Iowa State’s NCAA Tournament run cut short by red-hot Ole Miss in the second round

Mar 23, 2025; Milwaukee, WI, USA; Mississippi Rebels guard Dre Davis (14) and Iowa State Cyclones forward Joshua Jefferson (2) go after a loose ball during the second half in the second round of the NCAA Tournament at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-Imagn Images  MILWAUKEE — The emotions blindsided Joshua Jefferson as the final …
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NCAA NOTEBOOK: ISU assistants Diante Garrett, Kyle Green enjoy full-circle moments in Milwaukee

Iowa State assistant coach Diante Garrett is shown during practice before their first-round NCAA men’ s basketball tournament game Thursday, March 20, 2025 at Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. He went to Vincent High School in Milwaukee. © Mark Hoffman / Milwaukee Journal Sentinel / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images  MILWAUKEE — Christmas came …
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Curtis Jones’ clutch play will be key for ISU Sunday against Ole Miss

Mar 21, 2025; Milwaukee, WI, USA; Iowa State Cyclones guard Curtis Jones (5) celebrates after a play during the second half of a first round NCAA men’s tournament game against the Lipscomb Bisons at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images  MILWAUKEE — The scar tissue has healed, forming a hard-earned callous on the once …
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ISU NOTEBOOK: Inside Tamin Lipsey’s journey through pain in Friday’s 82-55 win over Lipscomb

Mar 21, 2025; Milwaukee, WI, USA; Iowa State Cyclones guard Tamin Lipsey (3) shoots against Lipscomb Bisons guard Gyasi Powell (10) during the first half of a first-round NCAA men’s tournament game at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-Imagn Images  MILWAUKEE — Tamin Lipsey’s gone hot and cold.  In terms of therapy, that is.  The …
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Milan Momcilovic’s early flourish helps Iowa State rout Lipscomb, 82-55

Mar 21, 2025; Milwaukee, WI, USA; Iowa State Cyclones forward Milan Momcilovic (22) drives against Lipscomb Bisons guard Kellan Boylan (23) during the first half of a first-round NCAA men’s tournament game at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-Imagn Images  MILWAUKEE — The routine’s rarely altered. Iowa State star forward Milan Momcilovic and formerly little-used walk-on …
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ISU NOTEBOOK: Walk-on Cade Kelderman’s meeting his NCAA Tournament moment

 Mar 8, 2025; Manhattan, Kansas, USA; Iowa State Cyclones guard Cade Kelderman (13) is guarded by Kansas State Wildcats guard Dug McDaniel (0) during the second half at Bramlage Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Scott Sewell-Imagn Images.  MILWAUKEE — Cade Kelderman granted permission before the social media post went viral.  The post in question? A photo featuring his …