From the K-State sports information office, courtesy of Fox Sports Net Midwest:
This week’s Big 12 Showcase originates from K-State, and will feature one of its most compelling student-athletes of the 2007-08 Big 12 athletics calendar.
Freshman Michael Beasley is leading the Wildcats to a share of the lead in the Big 12 standings. Currently, he’s the Big 12’s leading scorer and the nation’s leading rebounder. Showcase host Emily Jones visits one-on-one with the Wildcat phenom, getting his thoughts on the season and even his fascination with SpongeBob SquarePants. Beasley’s little sister, Tiffany, even makes an appearance in between her own autograph session with Wildcat fans.
Big 12 Showcase airs Friday at 2:30 p.m. on FSN Midwest.
It’s a little strange to me how most fans, with little prompting, have just accepted that Kansas State is good. It’s almost become a fact - turn on the radio and hear, “K-State is going to the tournament.” I’m not disagreeing, but I guess my issue is with the nonchalance.
This is a huge deal.
Last night was little more than maintenance. What I mean is, grab the ‘W’, don’t get hurt, and keep it moving. Right now, home wins are the least the Wildcats can do. They need those road wins now, those wins that will move the RPI meter.
What more can be said about Mike? I thought Doc Sadler’s comments were sufficient.
I think Frank pushed the right buttons with Jake, no?
Foul shooting concerns me. Missing shots? Not so much because this team was never going to be known for its marksmanship - with the exception of Mike. Defensive intensity for an entire 40 minutes might be another point of contention.
I’d love to hear your thoughts.
But this team is growing. You can see it. These players like each other. The coaching staff loves the players. It’s a nice situation, no doubt.
K-State is 16-5 and 6-1 in the Big 12. Frank Martin is going to win 20 games - easily - in his first season as a head coach. He just might win the Big 12, too.