UND's Addison Klosterbuer supports team despite season-ending injury

Redshirt sophomore suffers knee injury during practice, will miss remainder of season

Published on Feb. 28, 2026

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UND redshirt sophomore Addison Klosterbuer was going up for a layup during a practice in late October when she felt a popping sensation in her knee. After being evaluated by the team's athletic trainer, it was determined that Klosterbuer had suffered a season-ending injury and would miss the remainder of the year.

Why it matters

Klosterbuer was a key player for the Fighting Hawks and her injury is a significant setback for the team as they look to develop their culture and build momentum this season. Despite the disappointment, Klosterbuer has remained engaged with the team and is finding ways to support her teammates from the sidelines.

The details

After the initial popping sensation, Klosterbuer was quickly brought to the training room where the team's athletic trainer applied the Lachman test, a common assessment for ACL injuries. The test confirmed that Klosterbuer had suffered a season-ending knee injury and would not be able to return to the court this year.

  • In late October, Klosterbuer suffered the knee injury during a practice session.

The players

Addison Klosterbuer

A redshirt sophomore on the UND women's basketball team who suffered a season-ending knee injury during a practice in late October.

UND

The University of North Dakota, where Klosterbuer plays for the women's basketball team.

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What they’re saying

“I was coming back, I felt really good,”

— Addison Klosterbuer (Grand Forks Herald)

The takeaway

Despite the setback of a season-ending injury, Klosterbuer has remained engaged with the UND women's basketball team and is finding ways to support her teammates and the program's developing culture from the sidelines. Her positive attitude and commitment to the team during this difficult time is an inspiration.