K-State men's basketball, football, T&F, golf and baseball updates
Key Questions
What are the terms of Casey Alexander's contract at K-State?
Casey Alexander signed a five-year, $17 million deal as the new K-State men's basketball head coach. He cited fan passion and the Big 12 as reasons for his 100% commitment to the role.
How is K-State basketball rebuilding its roster under Alexander?
Only one player, Kostic, is returning, and the staff has added 12 portal players. Alexander expects Timotej Malovec to have a breakout season.
What is the context around K-State's basketball roster budget?
The new staff enters the season with a smaller roster budget than most Power conference peers but has stated it will not use that as an excuse regarding talent.
Which K-State baseball player earned first-team All-Big 12 honors?
Dee Kennedy was named to the 2026 All-Big 12 first team after hitting 20 home runs; Bear Madliak received honorable mention.
What was K-State baseball's result in the Big 12 Tournament?
K-State lost 4-2 to West Virginia in the quarterfinals after earlier wins, finishing the regular season at 29-26 and awaiting NCAA Tournament news.
Who did K-State football recently add to its 2027 class?
K-State added an 11th commitment, a Texas safety who also held offers from Texas A&M and UNC.
What is the status of K-State track and field and golf?
The men's track team finished fourth and women ninth at the Big 12 Championships. Golfer Alex Lindstrom posted a second-round 74 at the NCAA Regional.
When is The Basketball Tournament coming to the area?
TBT will feature Kansas vs. K-State alumni games in Manhattan and Topeka on July 21.
Casey Alexander $17M/5yr +12 portal adds; confirms 100% commitment citing fan passion and Big 12; roster rebuild with only Kostic returning; Malovec expected breakout. New: $6M roster budget context (no excuses on talent); 2027 Texas safety commit (Texas A&M/UNC offers). Baseball 29-26 lost 4-2 to WVU, await NCAA; Dee Kennedy 1st-team All-Big 12 (20 HRs); Alex Lindstrom T-29 NCAA; FB depth issues; TBT July 21.