Lewis-Clark State Warriors Advance to Conference Tournament Semi-Final

Five players score in double figures as Warriors cruise to 83-52 win over Northwest University

Published on Feb. 26, 2026

The Lewis-Clark State men's basketball team defeated Northwest University 83-52 in the quarterfinal round of the Cascade Collegiate Conference Tournament. Five Warriors players scored in double figures, led by Dylan Skaife and Peyton Nordland with 16 points each. Dallon Morgan posted a double-double with 15 points and 12 rebounds, while Jamare Childs had 12 points and John Lustig added 11 as the top-seeded Warriors improved to 23-6 on the season.

Why it matters

The Warriors' dominant victory advances them to the tournament semi-finals, where they will host defending national champion and in-state rival College of Idaho. This matchup between two of the top teams in the conference is sure to be an exciting and highly anticipated game.

The details

The Warriors cruised to an 83-52 win over Northwest University in the quarterfinal round of the Cascade Collegiate Conference Tournament. Five LC State players scored in double figures, led by Dylan Skaife and Peyton Nordland with 16 points each. Dallon Morgan posted a double-double with 15 points and 12 rebounds, while Jamare Childs had 12 points and John Lustig added 11 points.

  • The game was played on Wednesday, February 26, 2026.
  • The Warriors will host College of Idaho in the tournament semi-final on Saturday, February 29, 2026 at 7pm.

The players

Dylan Skaife

A Lewis-Clark State player who scored 16 points in the win.

Peyton Nordland

A Lewis-Clark State player who scored 16 points in the win.

Dallon Morgan

A Lewis-Clark State player who posted a double-double with 15 points and 12 rebounds.

Jamare Childs

A Lewis-Clark State player who scored 12 points in the win.

John Lustig

A Lewis-Clark State player who scored 11 points in the win.

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What’s next

The Warriors will host defending national champion College of Idaho in the tournament semi-final on Saturday, February 29, 2026 at 7pm.

The takeaway

The Warriors' dominant performance in the quarterfinal round sets up an exciting matchup against their in-state rival College of Idaho in the semi-finals. The Warriors' balanced scoring attack and stifling defense will be put to the test against the defending national champions.