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Minnesota State Moorhead Advances in NSIC Tournament
Senior guard Eddie Beeninga leads Dragons to victory over Northern State
Published on Feb. 26, 2026
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The Minnesota State Moorhead men's basketball team defeated Northern State 68-64 in the NSIC Tournament. Senior guard Eddie Beeninga played a key role in the Dragons' victory, joining the postgame interview to discuss the team's performance.
Why it matters
The NSIC Tournament is an important event for Division II basketball programs in the region, with the winner earning an automatic bid to the NCAA Division II Tournament. Moorhead's win keeps their postseason hopes alive as they look to make a deep run in the conference tournament.
The details
In the postgame interview, Beeninga discussed the team's resilience in battling back from a halftime deficit to secure the victory. He praised his teammates' effort and highlighted the importance of strong defense and timely scoring in the closely contested matchup.
- The game was played on February 25, 2026.
- Beeninga joined the postgame interview immediately following the final buzzer.
The players
Eddie Beeninga
A senior guard for the Minnesota State Moorhead men's basketball team.
James McCarty
A sports broadcaster who conducted the postgame interview with Beeninga.
Jace Denman
A sports broadcaster who joined McCarty in the postgame interview.
What they’re saying
“We knew it was going to be a tough game against Northern State, but the team really stepped up and played with a lot of heart in the second half.”
— Eddie Beeninga, Senior Guard (am1100theflag.com)
What’s next
The Dragons will advance to the next round of the NSIC Tournament, where they will face the winner of the matchup between Augustana and Minnesota Duluth.
The takeaway
Moorhead's victory showcases the team's resilience and ability to overcome adversity, setting them up for a potential deep run in the NSIC Tournament as they pursue an NCAA Division II Tournament berth.
