LC State's Lustig Named NABC All-West Region

Warriors' all-time leading scorer earns inaugural NAIA all-region honor

Mar. 28, 2026 at 3:35am

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John Lustig of Lewis-Clark State College became the first player in program history to be named to the NABC All-West Region team, the coaching association announced on Thursday. Lustig, the Warriors' all-time leading scorer, led the Cascade Collegiate Conference in field goal percentage and was fifth in rebounding this past season.

Why it matters

This is the first year the NABC has recognized all-region teams for NAIA basketball, making Lustig's selection a significant achievement. As the Warriors' career scoring leader, Lustig has cemented his legacy as one of the top players in LC State history.

The details

Lustig, a senior from Colfax, Washington, averaged 15.8 points, 7.3 rebounds, 70 assists, 18 blocks and 14 steals per game this past season. He led the Cascade Collegiate Conference in field goal percentage at 58.5% and finished fifth in rebounding. Lustig finished his career as LC State's all-time leading scorer with 1,463 points, and also ranks third in field goals made (561), fifth in rebounds (614) and sixth in free throws made (272).

  • Lustig was named to the NABC All-West Region team on March 27, 2026.
  • Lustig became LC State's all-time leading scorer in the final game of the 2025-26 season.

The players

John Lustig

A senior at Lewis-Clark State College and the program's all-time leading scorer with 1,463 career points. He led the Cascade Collegiate Conference in field goal percentage and was fifth in rebounding this past season.

Austin Johnson

The head coach of the Lewis-Clark State College men's basketball team.

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What they’re saying

“More deserved recognition for John and his hard work. There are a lot of great players in the country so to be named to the inaugural all-region team is impressive. John has had an outstanding season helping us win a conference championship and further cementing his legacy of impact here at LC.”

— Austin Johnson, Head Coach, LC State Men's Basketball

The takeaway

Lustig's selection to the NABC All-West Region team is a testament to his exceptional performance and leadership throughout his career at LC State. As the program's all-time leading scorer, he has left an indelible mark on the Warriors' basketball history.