William Penn Statesmen secure 20th win on Senior Night

Men's basketball team defeats MidAmerica Nazarene 93-87 in conference play

Published on Feb. 17, 2026

The William Penn men's basketball team celebrated Senior Night on Saturday with a 93-87 victory over MidAmerica Nazarene in Heart of America Athletic Conference play. The win pushed the Statesmen's record to 20 victories on the season.

Why it matters

Reaching the 20-win milestone is an important benchmark for college basketball teams, as it often signifies a successful season and puts the team in contention for postseason play. This achievement is especially meaningful for the Statesmen seniors who were honored on their final home game.

The details

The Statesmen overcame a tough challenge from MidAmerica Nazarene, a conference rival, to secure the 93-87 victory on Senior Night. This win brings William Penn's overall record to 20-6 on the season and 15-3 in conference play.

  • The game was played on Saturday, February 15, 2026.

The players

William Penn Statesmen

The men's basketball team from William Penn University, an NAIA school located in Oskaloosa, Iowa.

MidAmerica Nazarene

The men's basketball team from MidAmerica Nazarene University, a conference rival of William Penn located in Olathe, Kansas.

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The takeaway

Reaching the 20-win mark is an impressive accomplishment for the William Penn Statesmen, showcasing the team's strong performance throughout the season and setting them up well for potential postseason play. This milestone victory on Senior Night was a meaningful way for the team's graduating players to be honored.