Okay, so I’ve been wanting to catch the Kansas State football games on the radio, but I wasn’t really sure which stations broadcast them. It took a little digging, but I figured it out and thought I’d share my process in case anyone else is in the same boat.
Figuring Out the Stations
First, I tried just randomly tuning into different stations on game day. Yeah, not the best strategy. I caught a few minutes of a game here and there, but it was mostly just static and frustration. I realized I needed a more, uh, organized approach.
So, I went online and started poking around. I figured the official Kansas State Athletics website would have the info I needed. And guess what? They did! But it wasn’t super obvious at first. I had to do a bit of clicking around to find it.
They’ve got this thing called the “K-State Sports Network,” which is basically a group of radio stations all over Kansas (and even a couple in Missouri) that broadcast the games. They had a list, but it was kinda long and not very easy to read, they listed the station’s name and their frequency.
Making It Easier to Use
I wanted something a bit more user-friendly. So, I grabbed a pen and paper, yeah, I’m old school like that. And I started to write down a simplified version of the list on paper first.
Then I copied and pasted the stations list into a spreadsheet. I added a column for the location of each station, which was a bit of a pain, but I got it done eventually, it helped me organize things by city or region. That way, I could quickly see which stations were near me or in areas where I might be traveling.
Putting It All Together
- WIBW 580 AM/104.9 FM – Topeka, pretty good coverage for the central part of the state.
- KMAN 1350 AM/93.3 FM/93.7 FM – Manhattan, obviously the best option if you’re actually in Manhattan.
- KCSP 610 AM – Kansas City, good for those on the Missouri side of things.
- KGAF 1580 AM/92.3 FM/104.3 FM – Gainsville, good for those on the North part of Texas.
I also found out that some stations might only broadcast certain games or have different start times, so it’s always a good idea to double-check their schedules beforehand. And of course, listening online is always an option too, but I kinda like the old-fashioned radio experience. It feels more authentic, you know?
So yeah, that’s how I figured out how to listen to Kansas State football on the radio. It wasn’t exactly rocket science, but it took a bit of effort. Hopefully, this little guide will save someone else some time and frustration. Go ‘Cats!
