Midland's Dolezal Earns GPAC Defensive Player of the Week

Senior forward had career-high 16 rebounds in win over Briar Cliff

Published on Feb. 11, 2026

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Nick Dolezal, a senior forward for Midland University's men's basketball team, was named the Great Plains Athletic Conference (GPAC) Defensive Player of the Week for his performance in games played February 2-8, 2026. Dolezal pulled down a career-high 16 rebounds and scored 18 points in Midland's senior day win over Briar Cliff, 79-75. He also had 2 steals in a road loss at Hastings earlier in the week, totaling 19 rebounds (14 defensive), 2 steals, and 26 points for the week.

Why it matters

Dolezal's strong defensive effort and rebounding performance helped lead Midland to a key conference win on senior day, showcasing his value as a senior leader on the team. The GPAC is a competitive NCAA Division II conference, so this weekly defensive honor is a notable achievement.

The details

In Midland's 79-75 win over Briar Cliff, Dolezal pulled down a career-high 16 rebounds to go along with his 18 points. Earlier in the week, he recorded 2 steals in a road loss at Hastings. For the week, Dolezal totaled 19 rebounds (14 defensive), 2 steals, and 26 points.

  • Midland defeated Briar Cliff 79-75 on their senior day, February 8, 2026.
  • Midland lost on the road to Hastings earlier in the week, on February 5, 2026.

The players

Nick Dolezal

A senior forward for the Midland University men's basketball team.

Midland University

An NCAA Division II school and member of the Great Plains Athletic Conference (GPAC).

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The takeaway

Dolezal's standout defensive performance and rebounding effort were key factors in Midland's senior day victory, showcasing his value as a senior leader on the team and earning him the GPAC Defensive Player of the Week honor.