Friday, November 7, 2025
‘I can’t believe it’: Rayna
Taylor crowned Homecoming Queen
When Rayna Taylor chose to run for homecoming queen representing the National Panhellenic Council (NPHC), she decided to temper her expectations and just appreciate the moment.
“There’s 39 of us, one of us is going to win, it’s going to be great,” Taylor said.
Taylor also said she was thankful to the people who voted her as a finalist, being flattered that so many people would think to choose her out of a field of “incredible women.”
National Pan Hellenic Council homecoming representative Rayna Taylor cries after being crowned Homecoming Queen during WKU’s game against NMSU on Nov 1, 2025 at Houchens Industries-L T Smith Stadium (Jacob Sebastian)
Read more by Isaiah Merricks
Western Kentucky Lady Toppers forward Caleigh-Rose West (4) dribbles the ball down the court while being guarded by Kentucky State Thorobreds Guard/Forward Alycia Triplett (15) during a game against Kentucky State Thorobreds at Diddle Arena on Wednesday, November 5, 2025 (Gabriel Milby)
Just three days after a 48-point win over KSU, WKU Women’s Basketball heads to Virginia to take on the Longwood Lancers.
The Lancers are coming off a 121-35 win over Randolph College. Sophomore guard Olivia Bowes led the team with 21 points; however, three other Lancers had at least 13.
Read more by Nathan Mueller
WKU Volleyball prepares for senior night against Blue Hens
Western Kentucky University outside hitter Faith Young (22) reaches to spike the ball during WKU’s game versus Sam Houston in E A Diddle Arena on Saturday, Oct 18, 2025 (Jonah Savage)
WKU Volleyball returns to Diddle Arena one last time this season as they take on the Delaware Blue Hens.
This weekend celebrates the Hilltopper seniors with senior night and the reveal of Head Coach Travis Hudson’s statue.
“This weekend felt right. They asked me if it would distract from senior weekend, and I don’t think it will. This is all about the players,” Hudson said when asked about the statue.
Read more by Peyton Reid and Morgan Larkins
Boulder to Bowling Green: Wester leads Hilltopper defense in tackles
WKU Football brought in multiple transfers after the 2024-25 season to make an impact on a depleted defense following the departure of players such as cornerback Upton Stout.
Players like Al-Ma’hi Ali and Jaavan Mack transferred in and have impacted a defense that struggled throughout the 20242025 season.
One such player is senior linebacker Jaylen Wester. The Palmetto native began his collegiate career at Florida Atlantic University, playing two years for the Owls, recording 116 total tackles, 66 solo tackles, three pass deflections, two sacks and one interception.
FIU quarterback Keyone Jenkins (1) throws a pass as WKU linebacker Jaylen Wester (21) rushes to the backfield during WKU’s game against FIU in Houchens-Smith Stadium on Tuesday, Oct 14, 2025 (Jonah Savage)
Read more by Michael Givner Jr.
Midcourt with Malone: Lady Toppers weren’t
Western Kentucky Lady Toppers forward Torri James (2) dribbles the ball down the court during a game against Kentucky State Thorobreds at Diddle Arena on Wednesday, November 5, 2025 (Gabriel Milby)
The WKU Women’s Basketball team didn’t horse around in its season opener win against Kentucky State University Thorobreds.
To say that the Lady Toppers beat KSU would do injustice to the 81-33 victory. The offensive overperformance was unexpected after they limped across the finish line in their exhibition game against Lindsey Wilson.
Read more by Malone Farmer
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