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Emmie Boese

Emmie Boese, Former sports editor, opinion editor

Emmie Boese was the sports and opinion editor. Boese graduated with a degree in communications with an emphasis on journalism in May 2024.
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Boese: ‘Expect nothing to be handed to you’: It’s what got me here

Boese: ‘Expect nothing to be handed to you’: It’s what got me here

Emmie Boese, Reporter
August 23, 2023
Junior Lauren Mills celebrates after hitting a home-run during the game against Tulsa on April 1st at Wilkins Stadium.

Softball bids season farewell in Stillwater

Emmie Boese, Assistant Sports Editor
May 22, 2023
Illustration depicting Emmie Boese's column on grief.

OPINION: Grieve your losses: Embrace the process, someday you won’t regret it

Emmie Boese, Assistant Sports Editor
April 26, 2023
Jaykwon Walton played for Wichita State during the 2022-2023 season. He committed to Alabama in March.

Former basketball player arrested on marijuana charges

Emmie Boese, Assistant Sports Editor
April 25, 2023
Zoe Jones (#4) shrugs to her teammates in the dugout after making it to second. Jones hit a single, but when OSU player dropped the ball, Jones took the opportunity to take second.

Softball beats No. 2 Oklahoma State, avenges last season’s loss at home

Emmie Boese, Assistant Sports Editor
April 5, 2023
Teammates Ambah Kowcun and Daniela Abies celebrate their win against South Florida after the quarterfinals game at the AAC tournament in Fort Worth. The Shockers won 65-53 and will play in the semifinals against Houston on March 8.

Women’s basketball takes down No. 1 South Florida at conference tournament

Emmie Boese, Assistant Sports Editor
March 7, 2023

Softball 4-0 over weekend tournament to continue win streak

Emmie Boese, Assistant Sports Editor
March 6, 2023
Junior Dj McCarty looks to her teammates for pass during the game against Temple at The AAC tournament in Dickies Arena at Fort Worh on March 6, 2023 McCarty made 18 points of the winning 71 points. The girls will play again on Tuesday at 12:00 against South Florida.

Women’s basketball beats Temple with dynamic scoring in AAC Tournament

Emmie Boese, Assistant Sports Editor
March 6, 2023
Senior forwards Trajata Colbert and Jane Asinde fight for position in the post. Wichita State lost to East Carolina on Jan. 21 in Charles Koch Arena 66-57.

Asinde, Colbert receive All-Conference honors

Emmie Boese, Assistant Sports Editor
March 5, 2023
Junior Lauren Mills goes to bat inside the OU Softball Complex on March 29.

Softball receives first national ranking of the season

Emmie Boese, Assistant Sports Editor
March 5, 2023
Anti-abortion protesters show their signs to people on Wichita State's campus. The group, Free the States, protested on March 3.

‘I was starting to panic:’ Anti-abortion group garners fear, anger from WSU students

Emmie Boese, Assistant Sports Editor
March 4, 2023
Gus Okafor, a senior forward passes the ball to a teammate.

Closer but not close enough: Men’s basketball drops lead battle with Memphis

Emmie Boese, Assistant Sports Editor
February 24, 2023
Head coach Eric Wedge throw a pitch during the Shockers practice on April 8, 2021 at Riverfront Stadium.

University reaches payout and settlement agreement with former head baseball coach Eric Wedge

Emmie Boese, Assistant Sports Editor
February 22, 2023
Graduate student Bharath Manapragada bends down to hit a birdie in a badminton match.

PHOTOS: Campus Recreation Doubles Badminton

Emmie Boese, Assistant Sports Editor
February 20, 2023
Senior guard Craig Porter Jr. goes for a layup during the WSU versus UCF men's basketball game on Feb. 8. The final score was 67-72.

Jaykwon Walton leads team in scoring for a victory against Temple

Emmie Boese, Assistant Sports Editor
February 17, 2023
Senior Jane Asinde shots the ball during the Play4Kay game against Tulsa on Feb. 15 at Charles Koch Arena. Asinde made 27 points during the game against Tulsa.

‘I’d hang our hat on defense:’ Women’s basketball team gets rid of past mistakes against Tulsa

Emmie Boese, Assistant Sports Editor
February 16, 2023
Lauren Howell gives herself another swing at college softball

Lauren Howell gives herself another swing at college softball

Emmie Boese, Assistant Sports Editor
February 13, 2023
Senior forward James Rojas runs towards the ball during the UCF versus WSU men's basketball game. The final score was 72-67.

Another frustrating loss for men’s basketball against UCF

Emmie Boese, Assistant Sports Editor
February 9, 2023
Coach Issac Brown watches the game on Feb. 2 against the Houston Cougars at Charles Koch Arena. The Shockers lost the game 70-61 against Houston.

Average fan attendance drops for the second season in a row

Emmie Boese, Assistant Sports Editor
February 8, 2023
Senior forward Trajata Colbert goes up for a basket in the lane against Memphis. Colbert scored 11 points and grabbed 10 rebounds, making it her fifth double-double of the season.

Colbert and Asinde standout in conference loss

Emmie Boese, Assistant Sports Editor
February 5, 2023
Former Wichita State Shocker Carl Hall dunks.

Final Four team member joins Power Five coaching staff

Emmie Boese, Assistant Sports Editor
January 26, 2023
Senior forward James Rojas goes for a layup in the first half of the WSU vs Tulane game on January 25, 2023. The game went to overtime with a final score of 90-95.

Men’s basketball team determined to put devastating loss at home against Tulane ‘behind them’

Emmie Boese, Assistant Sports Editor
January 26, 2023
Senior guard Curtessia Dean tries to steal the ball from two of Southern Methodist players on Jan. 18. Dean scored 16 points against SMU in the Shockers 73-65 win.

Rebounding leads women’s basketball to victory over SMU

Emmie Boese, Assistant Sports Editor
January 19, 2023
After stealing the ball from Tulsa, Sophomore guard Jaron Pierre Jr. goes up for a two pointer.

‘Just stay together and win the game:’ Men’s basketball rallies together for second conference win

Emmie Boese, Assistant Sports Editor
January 14, 2023
After scoring a home run for the Shockers, junior Addison Barnard runs to home plate to meet the WSU softball team during the game against KU.

‘The expectation for our program is always high:’ Softball begins practice for regular season

Emmie Boese, Sports Editor
January 10, 2023
Senior forward Jane Asinde goes up for a basket during the game against USF on Jan. 7 at Charles Koch Arena.

PHOTOS: Women’s basketball versus USF

Emmie Boese, Sports Editor
January 9, 2023
Sophomore guard Melvion Flanagan keeps the ball away from the Cincinnati player gaurding him on Jan. 5.

Men’s team drops last old conference rivalry matchup with Cincinnati

Emmie Boese, Sports Editor
January 6, 2023
Redshirt freshman guard Jalen Ricks looks to steal the ball against East Carolina on Dec. 31. Ricks scored three points in the Shockers 79-69 loss against the Pirates.

Men lose conference home opener in defensive battle

Emmie Boese, Sports Editor
January 1, 2023
Sophomore guard Jaron Pierre Jr. dunks the ball in the second half of the men's conference home opener against East Carolina on Dec. 31.

PHOTOS: Men’s basketball vs. East Carolina

Emmie Boese, Sports Editor
January 1, 2023
Sophomore forward Kenny Pohto holds the ball high as he tries to pivot away from his opponet on Dec. 31. Pohto scored 21 points against the Pirates.

Sophomore point guard Shammah Scott dribbles the ball in between his legs. Scott scored 19 points against East Carolina on Dec. 31 in the men's American Athletic Conference home opener.

Sophomroe guard Nhug Bosch Duran tries to keep the basketball away from her opponet against Cincinnati oon Dec. 30.

Junior guard Jeniah Thompson tries to find an open teammate on offense. The Shockers beat Cincinnati 61-49 on Dec. 30.

Women’s basketball starts off conference play 1-0 for the first time in eight seasons

Emmie Boese, Sports Editor
December 31, 2022
Senior guard Aniya Bell dribbles the ball at half court. Bell scored five points in seven minutes of play.

Women’s basketball breaks school record ahead of conference play

Emmie Boese, Sports Editor
December 28, 2022
After sophomore Jessica Garcia scores a home run, the softball team meets her at home plate to celebrate. WSU secured a win over KU, 9-1.

Softball releases 2023 schedule

Emmie Boese, Sports Editor
December 22, 2022
Sophomore guard Jaron Pierre Jr. goes to shoot a 3-pointer during the game against Oklahoma State on Dec. 17 at Intrust Bank Arena. Pierre scored five points during the game and scored the only 3-pointer during Saturday night's game.

Men’s basketball loses outside shooting battle to Oklahoma State

Emmie Boese, Sports Editor
December 18, 2022
Sophomore guard Xavier Bell drives to the basket against Mississippi Valley State on Dec. 13. The Shockers won 71-48.

Men’s team wins turnover battle in non-conference win

Emmie Boese, Sports Editor
December 14, 2022
Sophomore guard Melvion Flanagan runs back to play defense against Longwood. Flanagan scored a career-high 14 points.

Melvion Flanagan’s energy helps men’s basketball secure a win

Emmie Boese, Sports Editor
December 10, 2022
Freshman Ricky Council IV dribbles toward the basket during the game against OSU on Dec. 1 in Gallagher-Iba Arena.

An update on men’s basketball players who entered the NCAA transfer portal

Emmie Boese, Sports Editor
December 9, 2022
Wichita State baseball Head Coach Eric Wedge speaks to the media at baseball media day on Jan. 24, 2020 at Eck Stadium.

Eric Wedge departs from baseball program

Emmie Boese, Sports Editor
December 8, 2022
Colby Rogers participates in an interview at Media Day on Oct. 18.

NCAA denies Colby Rogers appeal to play this season

Emmie Boese, Sports Editor
December 6, 2022
Kayce Litzau and Morgan Stout high five after they earn a point against Grand Canyon University on Dec. 4.

‘This team accomplished a lot:’ Volleyball ends season at postseason tournament

Emmie Boese, Sports Editor
December 5, 2022
Junior point guard DJ McCarty drives down the court to put up a jump shot for the Shockers. With 19 points scored McCarty led the team, in points, against Denver on Nov. 30 at Charles Koch Arena.

Junior point guard’s fast transition play helps women earn fifth win in a row

Emmie Boese, Sports Editor
November 30, 2022
Sophomore guard Shammah Scott dribbles down the court during the game against the Tarleton State Texans on Nov. 26. The Shockers won, 83-71. On the left top corner of Scott's jersey is an acadmeic patch that represents the academic college his major is in.

Mens and womens basketball players represent academic colleges on their jerseys

Emmie Boese, Sports Editor
November 30, 2022
The bnech celebrates a lead for the men's basketball team at Charles Koch Arena on Nov. 29. The Shockers lost 88-84 in overtime to Mizzou.

Men’s basketball slips late game lead into an overtime loss

Emmie Boese, Sports Editor
November 30, 2022
Courtesy photo of Goshockers

Dance team coaches’ history with program helps elevate team

Emmie Boese, Sports Editor
November 29, 2022
After securing a point over South Florida, the Shockers volleyball team celebrate together on Oct. 28 in Charles Koch Arena. Wichita State won, 3-0.

Volleyball team receives postseason tournament nomination

Emmie Boese, Sports Editor
November 28, 2022
After slamming Craig Porter Jr.'s pass into the basket, senior forward Gus Okafor yells on Nov. 26 inside Charles Koch Arena. The Shockers won, 83-71.

‘Keep that motor going:’ Gus Okafor’s career high helps seal a win at home

Emmie Boese, Sports Editor
November 26, 2022
Senior point gaurd Craig Porter Jr. driving to the bakset after sophomore gaurd Xavier Bell sets a screen for him against Central Arkansas on Nov. 7. Porter scored a single game career high of 22 points.

Men’s basketball places second at Hall of Fame Classic in Kansas City

Emmie Boese, Sports Editor
November 22, 2022
The volleyball team celebrates their three point lead after losing the second set against Cincinnati on Nov. 21.

‘That’s rally scoring volleyball for ya:’ Volleyball powers past Cincinnati

Emmie Boese, Sports Editor
November 21, 2022
Junior guard Jaykwon Walton shoots the ball in the paint against Alcorn State at Charles Koch Arena on Nov. 12.

Men’s basketball complete quick turnaround with win at Richmond

Emmie Boese, Sports Editor
November 18, 2022
OPINION: Voting is secure but needs to be accessible

OPINION: Voting is secure but needs to be accessible

Emmie Boese, Sports Editor
November 16, 2022
Morgan Stout and Kayce Litzau block a spiked ball on Nov. 13 in Charles Koch Arena. The Shockers fell to Houston in three sets.

Volleyball drops match to Houston again this season

Emmie Boese, Sports Editor
November 14, 2022
Seniors Clayton Duchatschek and Ben Flowers sprinting the last portion of the 6 Kilometer race at the JK Golden Classic on Sept. 3. The seniors finished in second and third place.

Cross country plan for NCAA Midwest Regional Championships

Emmie Boese, Sports Editor
November 10, 2022
Graduate student Curtessia Dean tries to pass the ball to her teammates during the game against Missouri Southern on Nov. 1 at Charles Koch Arena. Dean had a season-high with nine rebounds, three assists and a steal at Crieghton on Jan. 14 with Seton Hall.

Women’s basketball wins season opener despite ‘lack of communication:’

Emmie Boese, Sports Editor
November 10, 2022
Sophomore Quincy Ballard dunks the ball during the game against Central Arkansas at Charles Koch Arena on Nov. 7.

Tallest player on the team aims to help the inside game

Emmie Boese, Sports Editor
November 9, 2022
Senior point gaurd Craig Porter Jr. driving to the bakset after sophomore gaurd Xavier Bell sets a screen for him against Central Arkansas on Nov. 7. Porter scored a single game career high of 22 points.

Craig Porter Jr. leads team to win season opener

Emmie Boese, Sports Editor
November 7, 2022
Outfielder Sam Hillard high fives a teammate after scoring a run. Hillard played one season for the Shockers before being drafted by the Colorado Rockies in the 15th round.

Colorado Rockies trade baseball alumni Sam Hillard

Emmie Boese, Sports Editor
November 7, 2022
Wichita State junior Alec Bohm throws to first in a game against KU at Eck Stadium.

Alec Bohm finishes first career World Series appearance

Emmie Boese, Sports Editor
November 6, 2022
Bob Hull (left) and Mike Kennedy (right) watches the Wichita State Basketball teams participate in Shocker Madness on Oct. 27 in Charles Koch Arena. Kennedy has been the Voice of the Shockers for over 40 years. Hull has worked with Kennedy for several years on the road as a color brodcaster.

Voice of the Shockers aims to enjoy every minute of his job 

Emmie Boese, Sports editor
November 4, 2022
Sophomore gaurd Jaron Pierre Jr. drives down inside Charles Koch Arena on Nov. 2. Pierre had five points, two assists and two steals in a 83-52 win against Newman in an exhibiton game.

Men’s basketball pleased with new additions after exhibition game win

Emmie Boese, Sports Editor
November 2, 2022
Head coach Isaac Brown yells towards a player during the exhibition game against Missouri Southern State on Nov. 4, 2021 inside Charles Koch Arena.

Isaac Brown plans for experienced basketball team this season

Emmie Boese, Sports Editor
November 2, 2022
Sophomore Ornella Niankan dribbles down the court during the game against Missouri Southern on Nov. 1 at Charles Koch Arena. Niankan played in her first game as a Shocker in the women's team 72-70 win in overtime.

‘You keep playing’: Women’s basketball win exhibition game in overtime

Emmie Boese, Sports Editor
November 1, 2022
Senior Craig Porter Jr. drives down the court before passing the ball to his teammate on Oct. 27 in Charles Koch Arena.

Craig Porter Jr. plans for pressure of leading team

Emmie Boese, Sports Editor
October 31, 2022
Andrew Stockmann speaking at Lambeau Field about his podcast, Hallowed Ground.

Sport management graduate uses sports and history to tell stories

Emmie Boese, Sports Editor
October 31, 2022
The Wichita State volleyball team celebrates after defeating South Florida, 3-0, on Oct. 28 inside Koch Arena.

 Volleyball powers past South Florida 

Emmie Boese, Sports Editor
October 29, 2022
Senior Craig Porter Jr. drives down the court before passing the ball to his teammate on Oct. 27 in Charles Koch Arena.

Basketball fans return to Charles Koch Arena for season preview

Emmie Boese, Sports Editor
October 29, 2022
Wichita State junior Alec Bohm throws to first for an out against USF at Eck Stadium.

Baseball alumni Alec Bohm will take a trip to the World Series

Emmie Boese, Sports Editor
October 24, 2022
Head coach Eric Wedge throw a pitch during the Shockers practice on April 8, 2021 at Riverfront Stadium.

Eric Wedge steps down from head coaching duties for now

Emmie Boese, Sports Editor
October 20, 2022
The Shockers go in for a group celebration after a set point against Tulsa on Oct. 12 at Charles Koch Arena.

‘We just gotta fight:’ Volleyball uses third set momentum to beat Tulsa

Emmie Boese, Sports Editor
October 12, 2022
Freshman Matthew Sandoz hits off the tee at hole 16 on Oct. 10 at the Grier Jones Shocker Invitational. Sandoz finished 20th in his collegiate debut.

Mens golf hosts first first tournament in 10 years, securing a victory

Emmie Boese, Sports Editor
October 11, 2022
Wichita State graphic design student, Madison Zorn, waits the tables during the "Succulents & Sangria" event at Chicken N Pickle on Wednesday, March 27, 2019.

Former professional football player helps university athletes land new NIL deal at Chicken N’ Pickle

Emmie Boese, Sports Editor
October 8, 2022
Angela Flaherty is a physical therapist at Club Parkinson's. She is helping a club member with an exercise on Sept. 26 at the Heskett Center.

Heskett hosts club for those affected by Parkinson’s Disease

Emmie Boese, Sports Editor
October 6, 2022
Michael Miller, dean candidate, answers question from applied studies faculity during his interview presentation on Sept., 29 in the RSC.

College of Applied Studies dean candidate wants to include everyone in academic progress future

Emmie Boese, Sports Editor
October 2, 2022
On Sept. 26, Wichita State released a press release regarding the approval of funding for phase 1A and 1B of Cessna Stadium.

Cessna stadium’s renovation process has progressed

Emmie Boese, Sports Editor
September 27, 2022
Junior Lily Liekweg celebrates a win against Temple on Sept. 23 at Charles Koch Arena. Liekweg had three assists and nine digs for the Shockers.

Volleyball opens conference play with a three set sweep 

Emmie Boese, Sports Editor
September 23, 2022
President Rick Muma presents a Shocker jersey to Director of Athletics Kevin Saal.

Donors trust in athletic department to handle their money donations

Emmie Boese, Sports Editor
September 22, 2022
Freshman Kenny Pohto blocks an opponent from the basket during a free throw against South Alabama on Nov. 15, 2022. Pohto is a native of Stockholm, Sweden.

International athletes frustrated with NIL rules

Emmie Boese, Sports Editor
September 18, 2022
Wichita State's rowing team push off the doc to begin their practice on Sep. 13 at River Viesta. The 8+ shell was full of first year rowers, directed by Head Coach Calvin Cupp.

Rowing program aims to be accepting and competitve

Emmie Boese, Sports Editor
September 17, 2022

Freshman places in top five at opening season tournament

Emmie Boese, Sports Editor
September 14, 2022
Wichita State players celebrate after a win against Kent State University on September 10 at Horejsi Family Volleyball Center.

Shockers split in Kansas City

Emmie Boese, Sports Editor
September 12, 2022
Freshman Xavier Bell signs a fan's back at the 2022-2023 men's basketball team meet and greet during Riverfest.

Student athletes gain clarity with the NIL Opendorse Marketplace

Emmie Boese, Sports Editor
September 11, 2022
Charles Koch Arena on Jan. 12, 2022 during a men's basketball game against Tulane. Men's and women's basketball and volleyball play home games in Charles Koch.

This week’s sports in brief — Sept. 8

Emmie Boese
September 8, 2022
Sophomore Brock Rodden runs from third base to home plate against the Cincinnati Bearcats on April 15, 2022.

Here’s why Brock Rodden returned to Wichita State

Emmie Boese, Sports Editor
September 5, 2022
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