Rob Gray

Just another kid from Ames … #BlueCy

No. 6 ISU uses a run for the ages to help cap emotional Senior Day rout of Arizona State - Cyclone Fanatic Mar 7, 2026; Ames, Iowa, USA; Iowa State Cyclones guard Tamin Lipsey (3) grabs a loose ball as Arizona State Sun Devils forward Santiago Trouet (1) and guard Anthony Johnson (2) look on during the fir...

“That run (is) who we are as a team.” — ISU senior star Tamin Lipsey on his team's 24-0 run that led to an 86-65 Senior Day rout of Arizona State.

Indeed it is — but it was Freshman Day, as well, for the sixth-ranked Cyclones, as well. #BlueCy

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Senior Day, framed. #BlueCy

This is a headline that gives me pause when I consider my monthly contribution to NPR.

Well, gas is expensive, and food is expensive, and we’re doing a war nobody wants, but at least there are no jobs

William Shakespeare Quote Hell is empty and all the devils are here.

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Kevin Dresser recaps strong Session I at Big 12 Championships - Cyclone Fanatic TULSA — Iowa State sits in second place after Session I of the Big 12 Wrestling Championships on Saturday at the BOK Center. Eight Cyclones advanced to the semifinal round: Stevo Poulin (125), Anthony...

A strong start for the Cyclones in Tulsa.

Iowa State sits second in the team race after Session I with five NCAA qualifiers already locked in and eight wrestlers in the semifinals.

Hear Kevin Dresser’s full breakdown of Session I ⬇️
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ALL LOVE: Tamin Lipsey's two loves guide him into emotional Senior Day showdown with Arizona State - Cyclone Fanatic Feb 14, 2026; Ames, Iowa, USA; Iowa State Cyclones guard Tamin Lipsey (3) celebrates during their game with the Kansas Jayhawks in the second half at James H. Hilton Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Reese ...

"There’s nobody (who’s) ever come into a program and left it in a better place than what Tamin Lipsey’s done for Iowa State basketball." — T.J. Otzelberger.

Here's my feature on Lipsey in advance of an emotional Senior Day at Hilton. #BlueCy

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Iowa State women struggle from start to finish in 77-68 Big 12 Tournament loss to Arizona State - Cyclone Fanatic Iowa State Cyclones’ women’s basketball head coach Bill Fennelly reacts for the bench during the fourth quarter against Oklahoma State in the senior day women basketball at Hilton Coliseum on February...

The Iowa State women struggled from start to finish Thursday in a 77-68 Big 12 Tournament loss to Arizona State — a team it beat by 26 points roughly two weeks ago.

Here’s my report from afar on the unhappy result in KC. VERY #BlueCy

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A disaster from start to finish.

Iowa State women are "stoked" to start Big 12 Tournament play on Thursday in Kansas City - Cyclone Fanatic Iowa State Cyclones’ center Audi Crooks (55) reacts after a score around Oklahoma State Cowgirls guard Stailee Heard (32) during the fourth quarter in the senior day women basketball at Hilton Coliseu...

Audi Crooks is "stoked" to begin Big 12 Tournament play on Thursday for good reason.

The Cyclones are finally fully in tact, and Addy Brown's minutes — and production — are ramping up.

Here's my preview (no, I’m not in KC) #BlueCy

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Grit showed up for No. 6 ISU Monday at Arizona, but shot making didn't - Cyclone Fanatic Mar 2, 2026; Tucson, Arizona, USA; Arizona Wildcats forward Koa Peat (10) blocks a shot by Iowa State Cyclones forward Joshua Jefferson (5) during the second half of the game at McKale Memorial Center...

Sorry for the extra late post. I’m exhausted.
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Grit showed up for No. 6 Iowa State at No. 2 Arizona, but execution didn't on Big Monday in Tucson. #BlueCy

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RECRUITING: Iowa State’s 2027 basketball class: Where things stand now - Cyclone Fanatic With the 2025–26 season entering its final stretch, Iowa State’s staff is beginning to narrow its focus on the 2027 recruiting class. The Cyclones already hold one major commitment and are in the thick of several high‑level recruitments. With four signees already in the 2026 class and the transfer p

RECRUITING: A clear look at how Iowa State’s 2027 basketball recruiting class is shaping up. Here’s the latest analysis from Jackson Pence
https://cyclonefanatic.com/2026/03/recruiting-iowa-states-2027-basketball-class-where-things-stand-now/

There are far more important things to opine about/be concerned about, but I cover sports so I’ll stick to that right now. This was soooooo bad.

No. 4 ISU aims to rebound in more ways than one on Big Monday at No. 2 Arizona - Cyclone Fanatic Iowa State Cyclones forward Milan Momcilovic (22) drives to the basket as Texas Tech Red Raiders guard Jaylen Petty (11) defends during the first half in the Big-12 conference men’s basketball against...

Another Big Monday for No. 4 ISU looms at 8 p.m. tomorrow against No. 2 Arizona in Tucson.

The Cyclones look to rebound in more ways than one — with a huge opportunity against the elite rebounding Wildcats. #BlueCy

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"Incredible" Audi Crooks drops 41 points as the ISU women cruise by Kansas State, 93-79 - Cyclone Fanatic Iowa State Cyclones’ center Audi Crooks (55) celebrates after a score against Arizona State during the third quarter in the Big-12 women’s basketball at Hilton Coliseum on Feb. 18, 2026, in Ames, Iowa...

Radio recap: “Incredible” Audi Crooks drops 41 as the ISU women cruise at Kansas State, 93-79.

#BlueCy

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Apparently

No. 16 Texas Tech's "greater sense of urgency" dooms No. 4 ISU to its first home loss of the season - Cyclone Fanatic Feb 28, 2026; Ames, Iowa, USA; Iowa State Cyclones guard Tamin Lipsey (3) and Texas Tech Red Raiders guard Tyeree Bryan (1) battle for a lose ball during the second half at James H. Hilton Coliseum. M...

Very #BlueCy

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Joshua Jefferson's All-American-caliber traits extend to the defensive end of the floor for No. 4 ISU - Cyclone Fanatic Feb 24, 2026; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Utah Utes guard Don McHenry (3) drives against Iowa State Cyclones forward Joshua Jefferson (5) and guard Tamin Lipsey (3) during the second half at Jon M. Hun...

Joshua Jefferson's notched his first 2 career triple-doubles this season.

He's as good at facilitating as he is at finishing, but it’s his defensive prowess that truly sets him apart as an All-American type player for No. 4 ISU. #BlueCy

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Sydney Harris drills four 3-pointers, but Oklahoma State beats ISU, 88-77, on senior night at Hilton - Cyclone Fanatic Iowa State Cyclones’ guard/forward Sydney Harris (25) takes a three-point shot over Oklahoma State Cowgirls guard Lena Girardi (2) during the second quarter in the senior day women basketball at Hilto...

Bill Fennelly drew up early plays for his lone senior, Sydney Harris, against Oklahoma State.

The first led to a 3-point splash and Harris drained four from distance, but a late Cowgirls run doomed the Cyclones to an 88-77 loss at Hilton. #BlueCy

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Milan Momcilovic breaks 3-point record as No. 4 ISU cruises past Utah - Cyclone Fanatic Feb 24, 2026; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Iowa State Cyclones forward Milan Momcilovic (22) posts up against Utah Utes forward Kendyl Sanders (13) during the second half at Jon M. Huntsman Center. Mand...

Here's my road recap of No. 4 Iowa State's 75-59 win over Utah.

Milan Momcilovic broke the late, great Dedric Willoughby's single-season record for 3-pointers in the triumph. #BlueCy

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No. 4 ISU navigates Big 12 chaos in advance of road matchup with Utah - Cyclone Fanatic Feb 21, 2026; Provo, Utah, USA; Iowa State Cyclones guard Tamin Lipsey (3) reacts during the second half against the BYU Cougars at Marriott Center. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Baker-Imagn Images   What a...

We're three and a half hours from tipoff between No. 4 Iowa State and Utah.

#BlueCy

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I feel like the Cyclones would have to also suffer a pretty major upset loss in addition to that to drop to a 3, but who knows? Lots of stuff can change for lots of top 10-ish teams.

Haha, I’ll bet. Go Celtics!

Bulked up big man Dom Pleta's growth fuels No. 6 ISU in advance of late-night game at No. 23 BYU - Cyclone Fanatic Iowa State Cyclones forward Dominykas Pleta (21) and Houston Cougars guard Milos Uzan (7) battle for the ball during the first half in the Big-12 men’s basketball game at Hilton Coliseum on Feb. 16, 2...

We're about 10 hours from the No. 6 Cyclones' tip at No. 23 BYU ...

Bulked up big man Dom Pleta's offensive board work will be especially important in this one.

Oh, and it was just announced ISU is currently projected as a No. 1 NCAA tourney seed! #BlueCy

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SHE'S BACK: Addy Brown shines in emotional return as ISU routs Arizona State at Hilton - Cyclone Fanatic Iowa State Cyclones’ forward Addy Brown (24), guard Arianna Jackson (2) center Audi Crooks (55), and guard Kenzie Hare (12) celebrate as head coach Bill Fennelly watches from the bench during the four...

SHE'S BACK.

Addy Brown shined in her emotional return from injury after an 11-game absence and Iowa State flattened a good Arizona State team, 90-64, Wednesday at Hilton.

One play stood out. #BlueCy

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THIS WEEK IN CYCLONE SPORTS, VOL. 10 What a week. Two amazing shots fuel top-10 wins for the Iowa State men's basketball team, plus Addy Brown is ready to return for the Cyclone women

#BlueCy

Nate Heise expects parents to wake up to "fun texts" after his 3-pointer boosts No. 6 ISU past No. 2 Houston - Cyclone Fanatic Iowa State Cyclones guard Nate Heise (0) celebrates with fans after winning 70-67 over Houston in the Big-12 men’s basketball game at Hilton Coliseum on Feb. 16, 2026, in Ames, Iowa. © Nirmalendu Maju...

What. A Game.

And. What. A Shot. By. Nate Heise.

No. 6 Cyclones beat No. 2 Houston Monday night and Heise's game-winning 3 came several hours after his sister, Taylor's, second Olympic goal for Team USA in Milan.
#BlueCy

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