Miami (OH) RedHawks Tie Program History With 25-0 Start

The Redhawks remain the last undefeated team in men's college basketball.

Published on Feb. 14, 2026

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The No. 23 Miami (OH) Redhawks continued their historic season, defeating the Ohio Bobcats to tie the program record with a 25-0 start. The Redhawks, who haven't made the NCAA Tournament since 2007, are now the last remaining undefeated team in Division I men's basketball.

Why it matters

Miami (OH)'s perfect start is a remarkable achievement for a program that has struggled to reach the heights of its past Sweet 16 appearances. The Redhawks' success this season has revived excitement around the team and raised hopes of an NCAA Tournament berth, which would be the program's first in over 15 years.

The details

In the win over Ohio, five Miami (OH) players scored in double figures, led by Brant Byers' 21 points, 6 rebounds, and 3 blocks. The Redhawks shot 3-of-7 from 3-point range and 13-of-16 from the free-throw line to secure the victory. Miami (OH) improved to 25-0 overall and 12-0 in Mid-American Conference play, holding the top spot in the conference standings.

  • The Miami (OH) Redhawks defeated the Ohio Bobcats on Friday, February 14, 2026.

The players

Brant Byers

A key player for the Miami (OH) Redhawks, scoring 21 points, grabbing 6 rebounds, and blocking 3 shots in the win over Ohio.

Peter Suder

Scored 20 points and grabbed 6 rebounds for the Miami (OH) Redhawks in their victory over Ohio.

Eian Elmer

Contributed 15 points and 3 rebounds for the Miami (OH) Redhawks in their 25-0 start to the season.

Luke Skaljac

Recorded 12 points and 6 assists for the Miami (OH) Redhawks in their win over Ohio.

Almar Atlason

Provided 11 points and 6 rebounds off the bench for the Miami (OH) Redhawks.

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What’s next

The No. 23 Miami (OH) Redhawks will look to continue their perfect season when they face the UMass Minutemen on February 17 at 7 p.m. ET.

The takeaway

Miami (OH)'s historic 25-0 start has revived excitement around the program and raised hopes of an NCAA Tournament berth, which would be the Redhawks' first in over 15 years. The team's balanced scoring attack and stifling defense have made them the last remaining undefeated team in Division I men's basketball.