Meet The Cats 2026

Kick off the 2026-27 sports season with an opportunity to meet and get autographs from your favorite K-State players as K-State Athletics hosts Meet The Cats! 🎉

📍 Location: Bill Snyder Family Stadium, 1800 College Ave, Manhattan, KS 66502-3308, United States
🕚 Entry: Gates open at 11 a.m. through Gate B.

Event Highlights:

🏀 Basketball:
Join the men’s and women’s basketball teams, including head coaches Casey Alexander and Jeff Mittie, for autographs and interactive games for kids until 12:30 p.m.

🏈 Football:
After a closed practice, head coach Collin Klein will address the crowd at approximately 11:45 a.m. Fans can get autographs from the football team and Coach Klein for one hour. Please limit to one item per person and bring your own item to be signed.

🏐 Volleyball:
Cheer on K-State Volleyball as they face Oklahoma in an exhibition match at 1 p.m. Arena doors open at noon for season ticket holders and 12:10 p.m. for single-game purchasers.

🎟️ Ticket Discounts:
Special single-game football ticket offers will be available at the ticket sales table on the west concourse. Tickets for all seven home games are available, including the home opener against Nicholls on September 5.

🏟️ Gameday Experiences:
Purchase exclusive VIP experiences for the 2026 season, including pregame photos on the 50-yard line and team runout experiences. Available while supplies last; a game ticket is required to purchase.

🛒 Rally House:
Gear up at Rally House with exclusive savings on K-State merchandise, including apparel and accessories.

📸 Photos with Willie:
Take photos with Willie Wildcat in an elite recruit-style photoshoot. Purchase professional prints at K-State Sports Photo Store.

🌭 Concessions:
Try new concession items like Specialty Loaded Tater Tots and Chicken Sandwiches, along with classic favorites.

😺 Junior Wildcats:
Junior Wildcat Club members can check in at Gate B for an exclusive gift. Open to kids ages 2 to 12. Join at Junior Wildcats Club.

💲 K-State Access:
Bid on exclusive K-State autographed items and memorabilia at the K-State Access Online Auction during the week of Meet The Cats.

💻 Cats+:
Sign up for a free 7-day trial of Cats+ on August 22 for a chance to win an autographed Coach Klein helmet or watch pre-game from the field. Visit Cats+.