Crooks Shatters Expectations with Explosive 40-Point Outburst in Surprising 93-79 Victory

MANHATTAN, Kan. — When Audi Crooks steps onto the court, the game’s tempo shifts – and Sunday at Bramlage Coliseum, it felt like she was operating on an entirely different frequency. Dropping an astonishing 41 points with almost surgical precision—going 16-of-19 from the field and perfect from the free-throw line—Crooks not only led Iowa State to a decisive 93-79 win over Kansas State but did so with a commanding presence on the glass, snagging 13 rebounds along the way. Her coach, Bill Fennelly, didn’t mince words: “Audi was just incredible… might’ve been as good of an all-around game as she’s played.” It’s performances like these that remind you why some athletes just seem… unstoppable. The Cyclones showed early sparks, the Wildcats fought back hard, yet Crooks’ relentless drive set the tone that neither team could match once she found her rhythm. The clash was a rollercoaster, with momentum swinging like a pendulum until the Cyclones claimed control in the second half. As the Big 12 Tournament looms, this game throws down the gauntlet—if Iowa State keeps playing like this, they’re gearing up for a serious run. Curious to dive deeper into every twist and hoop? LEARN MORE.