Michigan Tech Women's Basketball Faces Road Tests at PNW and WSU

Huskies look to extend GLIAC winning streak on four-game road trip

Published on Feb. 11, 2026

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The Michigan Tech women's basketball team hits the road for four straight GLIAC games, starting with matchups against Purdue Northwest on Thursday and Wayne State on Saturday. The Huskies are coming off a weekend sweep and currently sit fourth in the GLIAC standings.

Why it matters

This road trip will be a crucial test for the Huskies as they look to solidify their position in the GLIAC standings and make a push for the postseason. Purdue Northwest and Wayne State are both tough opponents, and the Huskies will need to bring their A-game to come away with victories.

The details

Michigan Tech split the season series with both Purdue Northwest and Wayne State earlier this year. The Huskies will look to avenge their earlier loss to Wayne State, who is receiving votes in the latest WBCA poll. The Warriors are led by a trio of double-digit scorers in McKenna Ferguson, Taylor Thompson, and Gabi Lutchka. Meanwhile, the Huskies are paced by a balanced scoring attack led by Ella Mason, Alyssa Wypych, and Soraya Timms.

  • The Huskies take on Purdue Northwest on Thursday, February 13, 2026.
  • Michigan Tech faces off against Wayne State on Saturday, February 15, 2026.

The players

Kendall Standfest

A sophomore standout for the Huskies who was recently named GLIAC Defensive Player of the Week.

Ella Mason

A key starter for Michigan Tech who ranks third in the GLIAC in 3-pointers made per game and first in free throw percentage.

McKenna Ferguson

A standout shooter for Wayne State who ranks fifth in the country in 3-point percentage.

Taylor Thompson

The Warriors' leading rebounder and second in the GLIAC with seven double-doubles this season.

Alyssa Cole

The leading scorer for Purdue Northwest, averaging 13.8 points and 6.7 rebounds per game.

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What they’re saying

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee (Instagram)

What’s next

The Huskies will look to continue their strong play on the road as they face two tough GLIAC opponents this week. A successful road trip could help solidify Michigan Tech's position in the conference standings and set them up for a strong finish to the regular season.

The takeaway

This four-game road trip will be a crucial test for the Michigan Tech women's basketball team as they look to make a push for the GLIAC playoffs. The Huskies have proven they can win close games, and their balanced scoring attack and stifling defense will be key as they take on two tough conference foes on the road.