Kansas State women's basketball standout Taryn Sides is preparing to spearhead the Wildcats' push to return to the NCAA Tournament this season. The senior guard enters the 2026-27 campaign with heightened expectations after helping Kansas State reach the postseason in previous years.
Sides, a key contributor for the Wildcats, has been working extensively during the offseason to elevate her game and provide leadership for a team looking to make a deep tournament run. Head coach Jeff Mittie has emphasized Sides' importance to the program's success, noting her experience and competitive drive as critical factors.
The Wildcats open their season next week with non-conference play before entering Big 12 competition, where they will face perennial powers like Texas, Baylor, and Iowa State. Kansas State's last NCAA Tournament appearance came in 2024, and Sides is determined to end the brief drought.
