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How Far Did Purdue Fall in AP Poll After Losing to Iowa State?

Purdue's run as the country's No. 1 team has come to an end for a second time this season. After suffering an 81-58 loss at Mackey Arena on Saturday, the Boilermakers dropped outside of the top five in the Associated Press poll for the first time this year.

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Info on Purdue Volleyball's Regional Semifinal Match vs. SMU Released

For a third consecutive year, Purdue's volleyball team is headed to the Regional Semifinals of the NCAA Tournament. The Boilermakers defeated Wright State in the opening round and took down Baylor in the second round to advance to college volleyball's Sweet 16, where they'll face a familiar foe.

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College Basketball News / Yardbarker / December 6

No. 10 Iowa State lays historic road beatdown on No. 1 Purdue

The 10th-ranked Iowa State Cyclones are for real, and they left no doubt on Saturday in a 81-58 drubbing of No. 1 Purdue.

Three takeaways from No. 25 Arkansas' win over Fresno State

Duke off to first 10-0 start in eight years behind second-half surge

No. 6 Louisville tops No. 22 Indiana after taking big lead early

Kentucky's $22 million roster not living up to its price tag

Doug Gottlieb throws a chair after his team blows late lead

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / December 5

Boilers Block Baylor to Advance to Regional Semifinal Round for Third Straight Year

The "Block Party" is the name of the student section inside Holloway Gymnasium, but on Friday night, the Purdue volleyball team turned the second round of the NCAA Tournament into its own block party.

Matt Painter News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / December 5

Matt Painter Discusses Benefit of Scheduling Tough Non-Conference Opponents

For the third time this season, Purdue will go toe-to-toe with a ranked opponent in the non-conference portion of its schedule. No. 10 Iowa State comes to Mackey Arena for a showdown with the top-ranked Boilermakers on Saturday.

Preview: Purdue vs. Baylor in Second Round of NCAA Volleyball Tournament

There is no time to rest in college volleyball. After winning their respective matches on Thursday night at Holloway Gymnasium, No. 3 Purdue and No. 6 Baylor will go head to head on Friday, with a trip to the Regional Semifinals of the NCAA Tournament at stake.

Akasha Anderson Powers Purdue Past Wright State in First Round of NCAA Tournament

She carries the nickname "Kash," and on Thursday night inside Holloway Gymnasium, Purdue senior outside hitter Akasha Anderson was money. Her performance in the first round of the NCAA Tournament powered the Boilermakers to a sweep over Wright State to advance to the next round.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / December 3

Who Are the 2026 Recruits Purdue Football Inked on National Signing Day?

Wednesday was a busy day in West Lafayette, as Purdue inked 21 players as members of the 2026 recruiting class on National Signing Day. It was a nice haul for coach Barry Odom and the staff.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / December 3

Shots Falling Again For Purdue Sophomore Gicarri Harris After Tough Start

The first six games of the season may have been frustrating for Gicarri Harris, but he never showed it. Even though shots weren't falling for the sophomore guard in the first three weeks of the season, he continued to come in off the bench and do his job to the best of his ability.

Jon Goldsberry News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / December 3

Why Purdue Flipping Jett Goldsberry From Ole Miss is a Big Deal

Purdue received some major news on the first day of the Early Signing Period on Wednesday, flipping three-star defensive back and in-state talent Jett Goldsberry from Ole Miss.

Matt Painter News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / December 3

Matt Painter Perfectly Summarizes One of College Basketball's Biggest Issues

One thing that has set Purdue apart from the rest of college basketball in this new era of athletics is the program's ability to retain players. Yes, the Boilermakers have lost a handful of guys to the NCAA transfer portal over the years, but coach Matt Painter has been able to keep his core group intact.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / December 2

Purdue Backup Forward Listed as Questionable vs. Rutgers

Purdue redshirt freshman Jack Benter is listed as "questionable" for Tuesday night's game against Rutgers. The information was released two hours prior to tipoff via the Big Ten's availability report.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / December 2

3 Boilermakers Earn First-Team All-Big Ten Volleyball Honors

Three Purdue volleyball players have received first-team All-Big Ten honors following the conclusion of the 2025 regular season. The announcement was made on Big Ten Network on Tuesday.

Sterling Smith News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / December 2

Purdue Veteran Defensive Back is First to Announce Transfer After 2025 Season

The first Boilermaker has officially announced his plans to enter the NCAA transfer portal. On Tuesday morning, veteran defensive back Sterling Smith announced his decision to enter the portal next month, becoming the first player from Purdue to release a statement on the matter.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / December 1

Purdue Signee Luke Ertel Reaches Impressive Scoring Milestone at Mount Vernon

Luke Ertel continues to leave his mark at Mount Vernon High School. Over the weekend, the 2026 Purdue signee reached a new milestone, scoring the 1,000th point of his career with the Marauders.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / December 1

Kenna Wollard, Taylor Anderson Explain Why Leaving Purdue Was Never an Option

Purdue's topsy-turvy offseason is well-documented. Although four players decided to enter the transfer portal after the 2024 season, seven opted to stay in West Lafayette.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / November 30

Purdue's Seed, Opponent Announced for 2025 NCAA Volleyball Tournament

Purdue now knows its path to the Final Four. On Sunday evening, the Boilermakers learned its seed, opponent, and more for the 2025 NCAA Volleyball Tournament.

Fletcher Loyer News / Scoop B / December 1

The Burden of the Banner: Fletcher Loyer Pilots Purdue on a Final, Championship-Hungry Flight

This is it. The ultimate pressure cooker season for the Purdue Boilermakers and, specifically, for their floor general, Fletcher Loyer. As Paul M. Banks eloquently laid out in his piece, the phrase “one last ride” has never carried more weight in West Lafayette.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / November 29

Taylor Anderson Shines as Purdue Beats Indiana, Sweeps Season Series

Taylor Anderson decided to end the match in the fourth set on Saturday afternoon inside Mackey Arena. When Indiana made a run to close a 20-14 advantage to just one point, the junior setter decided to take over.

College Basketball News / Field Level Media / November 22

No. 1 Purdue stomps No. 15 Texas Tech in Baha Mar Championship

Oscar Cluff's 15 points led seven players in double figures for No. 1 Purdue in an 86-56 romp past No. 15 Texas Tech in the title game of the Baha Mar Championship on Friday night at Nassau, Bahamas.

No. 5 Duke buries 17 of 31 treys, dominates Niagara in weekend opener

No. 9 BYU crushes No. 23 Wisconsin in Salt Lake City showcase

Rueben Chinyelu grabs 21 boards as No. 10 Florida routs Merrimack

SMU uses program record 26 steals to shut down Arkansas State

Takeaways from No. 21 Arkansas' dominant win over Jackson State

John Calipari says Razorbacks 'aren't connected' going into Duke showdown

College Basketball News / Field Level Media / November 21

Top-ranked Purdue scraps past Memphis in the Bahamas

Fletcher Loyer scored 18 of his game-high 20 points in the second half as No. 1 Purdue remained perfect with an 80-71 victory over Memphis in the semifinals of the Baha Mar Championship at Nassau, Bahamas.

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College Basketball News / Yardbarker / November 13

No. 2 Purdue makes case to reclaim top ranking with road win

No. 2 Purdue makes strong case to reclaim top ranking with impressive road win

The No. 2 Purdue Boilermakers lost the top spot in the Associated Press top 25 rankings to Houston on Monday, but they looked the part of a No. 1 team on Thursday night.

No. 17 Michigan State beats San Jose State in battle of Spartans

P.J. Haggerty's 23 points guide Kansas State to victory over Cal

West Virginia humiliates rival Pitt

No. 18 Notre Dame's Hannah Hidalgo sets multiple records, makes history

Sports world reacts to Hidalgo's unbelievable 16-steal game