The Hilltoppers will be hosting an intriguing recruiting target today.

Texas A&M Corpus-Christi transfer guard Trey Tennyson tells InsideHilltopperSports.com that he will be at Western Kentucky today for his visit.

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Southern California Academy (Ca.) 2023 point guard Garwey Dual, a four-star recruiting target, recently decommitted from Providence following a change in the Friars' coaching staff.

Since reopening his recruitment this past week, Dual has heard from an assortment of programs, including Western Kentucky.

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The 6-foot-5, 180-pound recruit out of Santa Clarita, CA. spoke with InsideHilltopperSports.com about how it felt to be contacted by Western Kentucky and revealed his interest in the program.

Despite not knowing much, after the call with Western Kentucky, Dual researched the Hilltoppers and told me he's been impressed with what he's seen so far.

"I'm not really familiar with the program," Dual said. "After the call, I did my own research and I like what I've seen so far."

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Owen County (Ky.) 2023 shooting guard Teagan Moore, a three-star recruit who inked his commitment to Western Kentucky this past signing day, tells InsideHilltopperSports.com that he's still expecting to dawn a Hilltopper uniform next season.

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Moore said that WKU head coach Steve Lutz reached out to him recently, adding that he's confident in Lutz's coaching ability and leadership.

"I feel confident in his coaching ability and leadership," Moore said. "I have no plans to go anywhere."

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Texas A&M Corpus Christi guard Trey Tennyson, one of the top players on the Islanders' roster last season under Steve Lutz, entered the transfer portal less than 24 hours ago. Tennyson spoke with InsideHilltopperSports.com about his interest in reuniting with his head coach at Western Kentucky.

The 6-foot-4, 180-pound transfer out of Arlington, TX. said it'd be great to continue to compete for Lutz, especially for a program like Western Kentucky.

While he's also considering other programs as well, Tennyson told me that he has connected with Lutz since entering his name into the transfer portal.

"Yes, I talked with him," Tennyson said. "It'd be great to continue playing for him and join a great program like WKU, but I'm just considering all my options right now."

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Tennyson said that what would make him such a solid addition to the Hilltoppers' roster is the fact that he's a winner and when he's on the court, he competes. Tennyson said that Lutz is a great head coach from both an offensive and defensive standpoint. Tennyson said Lutz challenges his players to work on their weaknesses and turn them into strengths. He added that Coach Lutz cares about toughness and competing to get better each and every day.

"He's a great coach, an offensive and defensive mastermind," Tennyson said. "And he challenges you by making you work on your weaknesses and turn them into strengths. He values toughness and competing, so that gets you better every day if you show up every day and do those."

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While he doesn't have any visits planned at the moment, Tennyson said that he's definitely interested in visiting Western Kentucky and is waiting on the Hilltoppers to get things set up.

The 6-foot-4, 180-pound senior guard averaged 13.9 points per game, 2.0 rebounds per game, 1.3 assists per game, 0.1 blocks per game and 0.7 steals per game. Tennyson shot 41.8% from the field, 38.7% from beyond the arc and 86.2% from the free throw line.

According to 247, Allenspach has been released from his national letter of intent. However, we do know that WKU is still interested.

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Allenspach told InsideHilltopperSports.com that he has communicated with Steve Lutz.

The three-star recruit out of Providence Day (N.C.) previously committed to Western Kentucky on August 5. Also held offers from Appalachian State, Army, Chattanooga, East Carolina, Furman, George Mason, Georgia State, Jacksonville, Mercer, Navy, SIU-Edwardsville, Samford, Toledo, UTEP and Yale.

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A tough blow for the Hilltoppers, more from @drew_toennies

Western Kentucky athletic director Todd Stewart met with members of the media on Saturday afternoon to discuss Rick Stansbury's resignation from the Hilltoppers' basketball program and the search for a new head coach.

To kick things off, Stewart took a few moments to thank Stansbury for all he's done for the Hilltoppers during his career on The Hill.

"I would just like to start by thanking Rick Stansbury for his tremendous devotion and dedication to WKU Basketball and his many contributions," Stewart said. "Obviously, this past season was a disappointment for everyone in our program, and not what any of us had hoped it would be."

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Stewart revealed that from Stansbury's standpoint, it was best for him to step down as head coach. Stewart continued by saying that Stansbury still brought a mountain of success to Bowling Green and increased the amount of impressive wins against P5 opponents during his career.

"From the moment he landed in Bowling Green on March 27, 2016, Rick gave everything he had to this program," Stewart said. "He was a tireless recruiter and a terrific ambassador for our program."

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With Stansbury's exit from the program, Stewart said there are several factors that the Hilltoppers will be looking for in their search for a new head coach.

"There's a lot of factors that are important," Stewart said. "Certainly, in no particular order, we need somebody who can recruit, somebody who's good with player development, somebody who emphasizes academics, someone who's good in the community and obviously someone who wins. This is a competitive business and it's about winning."

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Stewart added that winning experience will also be a huge determinor in who gets the head coaching job.

"It needs to be somebody who's a winner," Stewart said. "And then certainly the NCAA Tournament drought. That's a big frustration for everybody, it's the most important thing. And it's been too long for this program since we've last been to one."

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When asked if there was any sort of timetable for when Western Kentucky wants to have found their head coach, Stewart revealed they will look for as long as it takes to find the perfect candidate to lead the Hilltoppers in the 2023-24 campaign.

"It sounds like a cliche, but as long as it takes to get the right person," Stewart said. "I don't really want to put a time period on it in terms of days or weeks or anything like that. I don't think it will be weeks plural, but it will be more than a day."

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Stewart said there is still uncertainty on if he or someone else will be conducting the search for the next head coach. Stewart said that one of the things they will definitely be considering in their search is head coaching experience and winning head coaching experience.

Stewart said that since the news broke, his phone has been buzzing all day. While there were several notable names floating around social media, Stewart was unable to confirm or deny the rumors.

"I think the key thing really is just the ability to be good in the areas I mentioned before. Recruiting, player development, academics, community impact and obviously that's what's important," Stewart said. "We'll begin with the thorough vetting process right now and I think very quickly come up with a short list and start talking to those candidates."

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Lipscomb Academy (Tenn.) 2024 wide receiver Dillon Lorick, an intriguing offensive talent out of the Volunteer State, picked up an offer from Western Kentucky this week, announcing the opportunity from the Hilltoppers over social media on Thursday, March 2.

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The 6-foot-1, 180-pound recruiting target out of Nashville, TN. spoke with InsideHilltopperSports.com about how it felt to pick up an offer from Western Kentucky, detailing his overall interest in the Hilltoppers' program.

"It feels wonderful," Lorick said. "I'm very grateful for the offer and the staff for believing in me. They have just recently come into the mix for me."

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Lorick said he connected with WKU assistant coach and wide receivers coach Micheal Spurlock and was really interested in their conversation. In addition to Coach Spurlock's experience in the NFL, Lorick said he liked how he wanted to build a relationship with him.

"I connected with Coach Spurlock and was really interested with him during our conversation," Lorick said. "His NFL experience was intriguing and he was really expressing his desire to create a relationship with me."

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Lorick said he's incredibly interested in the Hilltoppers' football program and is planning on visiting Western Kentucky to learn more.

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In addition to the offer from Western Kentucky, Lorick has collected an opportunity from Troy.

Grayson (Ga.) 2024 wide receiver John Cineas, a three-star offensive talent out of the Peach State, picked up an offer from Western Kentucky this week, announcing the opportunity from the Hilltoppers over social media on Wednesday, March 1.

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The 6-foot-2, 195-pound recruiting target out of Loganville, GA. spoke with InsideHilltopperSports.com about how it felt to pick up an offer from Western Kentucky, detailing his overall interest in the Hilltoppers' football program.

Cineas said it feels great to collect an offer from Western Kentucky, revealing the Hilltoppers have been involved in his recruitment process for about a month now.

"It feels great and I think it's been a month now," Cineas said. "They have a great program and I wouldn't mind being a part of it."

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Cineas talked with one of the newest members of the Hilltoppers' coaching staff, conversing with former Green Bay Packers assistant special teams coach Micheal Spurlock, who recently informed the franchise he was joining Western Kentucky's coaching staff as the new wide receiver coach.

The three-star talent said he had a great conversation with Coach Spurlock, enjoying both his knowledge of the game and how he would be implemented on the Hilltoppers' offense.

"I talked to Micheal Spurlock and I like his knowledge of the game and how he would use me on offense," Cineas said. "Also, he believes I'm an NFL type of receiver."

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Cineas said that he's very interested in learning more about the Hilltoppers and said he is planning to stop by Western Kentucky this spring for a visit.

"I'm very interested in Western Kentucky," Cineas said. "Yes, I do plan to visit this spring."

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In addition to the offer from Western Kentucky, Cineas has also picked up offers from Akron, Arkansas State, Auburn, Cincinnati, Eastern Kentucky, Georgia Southern, Georgia State, Liberty, Marshall, Toledo and UAB. Cineas has also garnered the interest of Florida State, Georgia Tech, South Carolina and UCF.

Cedar Grove (Ga.) 2024 defensive tackle Kyle Mosley, an intriguing recruiting target out of the Peach State, picked up an offer from Western Kentucky this week, announcing the opportunity from the Hilltoppers over social media on Wednesday, March 1.

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The 6-foot-1, 281-pound defensive tackle prospect out of Ellenwood, GA. spoke with InsideHilltopperSports.com about how it felt to pick up an offer from Western Kentucky, detailing his overall interest in the Hilltoppers' program.

"It feels great. It's another blessing from God and I'm thankful," Mosley said. "They haven't been involved until yesterday."

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Mosley said he connected with WKU's new defensive line coach Carson Hall and could feel the energy from the other side of the phone. With Coach Hall coming from Georgia and collecting experience mentoring defensive lineman in the state, Mosley said he is certain Coach Hall is carrying a lot of experience and knowledge of the game.

"Coach Hall called and I could feel his energy through the phone. Honestly, it was a great conversation," Mosley said. "Based off what he told me last night, he came from Georgia, helped out over there with the defensive line, so I can only imagine how much knowledge he has of the game."

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Mosley said he's definitely interested in learning more about the Hilltoppers' program as he is eager to get to know all the schools that have offered him so far. Mosley added that he will be visiting Western Kentucky soon.

"Definitely," Mosley said. "Right now, I'm eager to learn about all the schools I have so far. And I will be visiting soon."

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Langston Hughes (Ga.) 2024 defensive tackle Ameir Glenn, a rising senior talent out of the Peach State, picked up his 20th offer from Western Kentucky this week, announcing the opportunity from the Hilltoppers over social media on Wednesday, March 1.

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The 6-foot-2, 300-pound three-star recruiting target out of Fairburn, GA. spoke with InsideHilltopperSports.com about how it felt to collect another D1 offer from Western Kentucky, detailing his overall interest in the Hilltoppers.

"It feels awesome to receive an offer from WKU, especially since it's my 20th offer," Glenn said. "That was my dream as a kid, and Western Kentucky helped me achieve that last night. I feel like the Hilltoppers have been on me recruiting wise since I officially became a junior."

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Glenn said that he talked to one of the newest additions to the Hilltoppers' coaching staff, conversing with WKU defensive line coach Carson Hall. Glenn said he began establishing a relationship with Coach Hall when he was still coaching at Georgia. Glenn said that Coach Hall was impressed by his performance at a camp and his interest has carried over into his new position on The Hill.

"Coach Hall," Glenn said. "We had a great relationship back when he was at Georgia. I went to one of their camps and he liked me a lot. When he got the job at Western Kentucky, he saw that I didn't have the offer yet."

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Glenn said that he's incredibly interested in learning more about what the Hilltoppers' football program can do for him, and is planning to stop by Western Kentucky for a visit this upcoming spring as soon as he receives the visit dates.

"As a player, I'm very interested in learning from any school," Glenn said. "I feel like Western Kentucky can teach me a lot, so I'm willing to learn anything. And once I get the dates for spring, I'll choose a day to come on a visit."

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Minnesota transfer defensive back Beanie Bishop, who played for the Hilltoppers from the 2018-2021 seasons before transferring to the Golden Gophers, collected an offer from Western Kentucky this week.

Bishop, a product of Pleasure Ridge Park High School in Louisville, KY. announced the opportunity from Western Kentucky over social media on Tuesday, Feb. 28.

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Bishop collects an opportunity from his old team after entering his name into the transfer portal as a graduate transfer on Thursday, Feb. 23.

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As a Hilltopper, Bishop recorded 74 total tackles, including 59 solo stops and 15 assisted takedowns. Bishop also recorded nine defended passes, one forced fumble and three interceptions for 72 yards and one touchdown.

With Minnesota this past season, Bishop recorded 29 total tackles, including 20 solo takedowns and nine assisted stops. He also added one defended pass and one sack in a Golden Gophers uniform.

Hutto (Tex.) 2024 cornerback and wide receiver Alex Green, an intriguing recruiting target out of the Lonestar State, picked up an offer from Western Kentucky last week, announcing the opportunity from the Hilltoppers over social media on Saturday, Feb. 25.

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The 6-foot-0, 180-pound recruit out of Hutto, TX. spoke with InsideHilltopperSports.com about how it felt to pick up an offer from Western Kentucky and detailed his overall interest in the Hilltoppers' program.

"It feels amazing to pick up my first offer from a dynamic school like Western Kentucky," Green said. "As a receiver, it's a blessing to be able to be a Hilltopper. I have been in contact with WKU for about two weeks."

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Green said he connected with WKU offensive quality control coach Zak Mizell and enjoyed their conversation. He said he liked how Coach Mizell genuinely cared about his players.

"I've connected with Coach Mizell," Green said. "I love the way he cares more about the person than the player. He is also a very down to earth guy who genuinely cares about his players."

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Green said he's interested in the Hilltoppers' football program and is planning to learn more later this upcoming spring as he plans to visit Western Kentucky on April 22nd.

"I'm very interested in Western Kentucky and will be visiting on April 22nd."

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After a rough road stretch, the Hilltoppers bounce back with 76-66 win over La Tech

Westlake (Ga.) 2024 defensive end and defensive tackle John Betts, an intriguing recruiting target out of the Peach State, collected an offer from Western Kentucky this week, announcing the opportunity from the Hilltoppers over social media on Tuesday evening.

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The 6-foot-3, 214-pound recruit out of Atlanta, GA. spoke with InsideHilltopperSports.com about how it felt to pick up an offer from Western Kentucky, detailing his overall interest in the Hilltoppers' program.

"Receiving an offer from Western Kentucky feels great," Betts said. "We're early in the relationship but I'm looking forward to building a strong bond."

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Because it's still early in his recruitment process, Betts said he hasn't connected with any of the Hilltoppers' coaches just yet, but has been able to converse and train with former WKU linebacker Aaron Key.

"I haven't had much direct contact with the coaching staff," Betts said. "I've had opportunities to talk and train with current player Aaron Key."

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Betts said he's excited to learn more about the Hilltoppers' football program and is eager to visit Western Kentucky when that opportunity becomes available.

"I'm excited to learn more about the program," Betts said. "I'd be very interested in taking a visit when the opportunity presents itself. I'll definitely be there."

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Mansfield Legacy (Tex.) 2024 defensive back Landyn Cleveland, an intriguing three-star recruiting target out of the Lonestar State, picked up an offer from Western Kentucky this week, announcing the opportunity from the Hilltoppers over social media on Monday, Feb. 20.

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The 6-foot-1, 185-pound recruit out of Mansfield, TX. spoke with InsideHilltopperSports.com about how it felt to pick up an offer from Western Kentucky, detailing how long the Hilltoppers have been involved in his recruitment.

"It is a blessing to have the ability to play for WKU," Cleveland said. "Not really long, I saw Coach Hollingshead went to WKU, so I hit him up, and we've been chopping it up for a couple of days. He offered me when he was still at Mississippi State, so I had to rekindle with him for sure."

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Cleveland, who will be playing at quarterback, wide receiver and safety next season, said he had a great conversation with WKU assistant coach, offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach Drew Hollingshead. He said they talked about how his family was doing, what positions he was playing next season and then he extended an offer.

"It was a great conversation," Cleveland said. "He asked how my family was and then we talked about what all I've been doing, and then he asked me about what all positions I'll be playing next year at my high school. Then, he offered me.

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Cleveland said he's interested in learning more about the Hilltoppers' program and is planning to stop by Western Kentucky for a visit this spring.

"I wanna learn a lot about the school because maybe one day I will be at WKU and I need to know a lot about where I will be spending my next three to four years," Cleveland said. "I will be visiting some time in the spring. I havent had a chance to make a visit list yet."

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South Sumter (Fla.) 2025 free safety and wide receiver Rashad Johnson, an intriguing athlete out of the Sunshine State, picked up an offer from Western Kentucky recently, announcing the opportunity from the Hilltoppers over social media last Sunday afternoon.

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The 6-foot-2, 182-pound recruiting target out of Bushnell, FL. spoke with InsideHilltopperSports.com about how it felt to collect an offer from Western Kentucky, detailing his overall interest in the Hilltoppers at this point in his recruitment.

"It feels great to receive an offer from WKU," Johnson said. "And I think they've been in my recruitment since Saturday."

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Johnsons said he connected with WKU assistant coach and defensive backs coach Da'Von Brown and thoroughly enjoyed getting to know the new member of the Hilltoppers' coaching staff. Johnson added that he liked how Coach Brown was straight to the point and cared about his players' success on and off the field.

"I talked to Coach Von Brown and I liked how he was straight to the point about it," Johnson said. :Coach Von sounds like a great coach and I feel like he wants his players to be great on and off the field."

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Johnson said he's eager to learn more about the Hilltoppers' program and is planning to stop by Western Kentucky for a visit soon. He additionally said he wanted to meet the whole coaching staff, and is specifically intrigued by the team's defensive backs group.

"I am planning on visiting Western Kentucky soon," Johnson said. "I want to learn more about a lot more about WKU. I would love to meet the whole staff and the defensive backs group."

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In addition to garnering the interest of Western Kentucky, Johnson has picked up opportunities from South Florida, and is currently on the radar of both UCF and Florida State.

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