Nicholls hosts New Orleans after Swift's 20-point game

Nicholls Colonels look to bounce back from loss to Lamar Cardinals

Feb. 19, 2026 at 7:23am

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The Nicholls Colonels women's basketball team will host the New Orleans Privateers after Tanita Swift scored 20 points in Nicholls' 72-64 loss to the Lamar Cardinals in their previous game.

Why it matters

This matchup between in-state rivals Nicholls and New Orleans is an important Southland Conference game as both teams look to improve their conference standings and make a push for the postseason.

The details

Nicholls is coming off a tough loss to Lamar in which Swift had a strong individual performance, scoring 20 points. The Colonels will look to bounce back at home against a New Orleans team that is also seeking a conference win.

  • Nicholls hosts New Orleans on February 17, 2026.

The players

Tanita Swift

A key player for the Nicholls Colonels women's basketball team who scored 20 points in their previous game against the Lamar Cardinals.

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The takeaway

This game between Nicholls and New Orleans is an important Southland Conference matchup as both teams look to improve their conference records and position themselves for the postseason.