Concordia and Doane Clash in GPAC Basketball Showdown

Highlights from the men's and women's games between conference rivals

Feb. 4, 2026 at 11:39pm

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The Concordia Bulldogs and Doane Tigers faced off in a pair of highly anticipated Great Plains Athletic Conference (GPAC) basketball games, with the men's and women's teams from both schools squaring off in a heated rivalry matchup.

Why it matters

The GPAC is one of the most competitive conferences in the nation for NCAA Division III basketball, and these games between Concordia and Doane are always must-see events for fans in the Lincoln, Nebraska area.

The details

The Concordia men's team defeated Doane 82-75 in a close contest, while the Concordia women cruised to a 68-54 victory over the Doane women's squad.

  • The games were played on February 5, 2026.

The players

Concordia Bulldogs

The Concordia Bulldogs are the athletic teams of Concordia University, Nebraska, a private Lutheran university located in Seward, Nebraska.

Doane Tigers

The Doane Tigers are the athletic teams of Doane University, a private liberal arts college located in Crete, Nebraska.

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The takeaway

These heated matchups between Concordia and Doane are always highly anticipated events for basketball fans in the Lincoln area, showcasing the intense rivalry and competitive spirit of the GPAC conference.