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MSUM Men's Basketball Embraces Playoff Push
Senior forward Sam Hastreiter discusses team's mindset ahead of crucial matchup
Feb. 25, 2026 at 7:53pm
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In an interview with am1100theflag.com, Minnesota State Moorhead men's basketball senior forward Sam Hastreiter discussed his team's approach to the playoffs, including embracing his final ride as a collegiate athlete and what the team needs to do to defeat Northern State in their third meeting of the season.
Why it matters
MSUM men's basketball is making a playoff push, and Hastreiter's leadership and experience will be crucial as the team looks to advance. The matchup against Northern State is a key conference rivalry game with significant postseason implications.
The details
Hastreiter, a senior forward, spoke about the team's mindset of "just leaving it all out there, leaving nothing in the tank" as they prepare for the playoffs. He emphasized the importance of embracing the moment and giving everything they have in their final games as collegiate athletes.
- The interview took place on February 25, 2026.
The players
Sam Hastreiter
A senior forward on the Minnesota State Moorhead men's basketball team.
James McCarty
The host who interviewed Hastreiter for am1100theflag.com.
Minnesota State Moorhead
The university's men's basketball team that is making a playoff push.
Northern State
MSUM's conference rival that they will face for the third time this season, with significant postseason implications.
What they’re saying
“Just leaving it all out there, leaving nothing in the tank”
— Sam Hastreiter, Senior forward
What’s next
The MSUM men's basketball team will face Northern State in a crucial conference matchup, with the winner gaining an advantage in the playoff race.
The takeaway
MSUM's senior leadership, led by forward Sam Hastreiter, is crucial as the team embraces the intensity and emotion of the playoffs and looks to secure a postseason berth through hard work and determination.
