Youngstown State's Polak leads team after 26-point game

Penguins face off against Detroit Mercy Titans in Horizon League matchup

Published on Feb. 14, 2026

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The Youngstown State Penguins (13-13, 6-9 Horizon League) will take on the Detroit Mercy Titans (11-13, 8-7 Horizon League) after a standout 26-point performance from Youngstown State player Polak in their previous game.

Why it matters

This Horizon League matchup between two middle-of-the-pack teams could impact the conference standings and playoff positioning as the season winds down.

The details

Polak's 26-point outing was a season-high for the Youngstown State player, and the team will look to build on that momentum against a Detroit Mercy squad that has been up-and-down in conference play.

  • The game will take place on February 14, 2026.

The players

Polak

A player for the Youngstown State Penguins who scored 26 points in the team's previous game.

Youngstown State Penguins

A men's basketball team competing in the Horizon League with a 13-13 overall record and 6-9 conference record.

Detroit Mercy Titans

A men's basketball team competing in the Horizon League with an 11-13 overall record and 8-7 conference record.

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The takeaway

This game could be an important one for both teams as they jockey for position in the Horizon League standings late in the season.