Ball State Women's Basketball Extends Win Streak to Six Games

Cardinals Defeat Bowling Green 82-67 in Mid-American Conference Matchup

Published on Feb. 14, 2026

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The Ball State Women's Basketball team extended their winning streak to six games with an 82-67 victory over Bowling Green State University. The win moves the Cardinals to 21-5 overall and 12-1 in the Mid-American Conference (MAC).

Why it matters

This win keeps Ball State in contention for the top spot in the MAC standings as they continue their strong season. The Cardinals have been a dominant rebounding team all year, leading the conference, and their ability to control the glass was a key factor in this game.

The details

The game was competitive throughout, with Bowling Green taking a narrow 19-17 lead in the first quarter. However, Ball State turned it on in the second quarter, taking a 36-28 lead into halftime. Senior guard Bree Salenbien had a huge game for the Cardinals, scoring a career-high 32 points while also grabbing 8 rebounds and dishing out 4 assists. Both teams struggled with turnovers, combining for 33, but Ball State was able to outrebound Bowling Green 41-36.

  • The Cardinals' win streak now stands at 6 games.
  • Ball State improved to 12-1 in MAC play through 14 games.
  • The Cardinals will travel to face Buffalo on February 18.

The players

Bree Salenbien

Senior guard for Ball State who scored a career-high 32 points in the win.

Tessa Towers

Senior center for Ball State who recorded a double-double with 14 points and 10 rebounds.

Grace Kingery

Sophomore guard for Ball State who contributed 17 points in the victory.

Karsyn Norman

Junior guard for Ball State who had 15 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists.

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What they’re saying

“This marks Salenbien's eighth game this season with 20+ points.”

— Bryce Pennell, Author (ballstatedailynews.com)

“Through 26 games this season, the Cardinals have only been outrebounded five times and lead the Mid-American Conference (MAC) in rebounds (1,133).”

— Bryce Pennell, Author (ballstatedailynews.com)

What’s next

The Cardinals will travel to face the Buffalo Bulls on February 18 as they continue their push for the top spot in the MAC standings.

The takeaway

Ball State's dominant rebounding and balanced scoring attack, led by standout performances from Bree Salenbien and Tessa Towers, have been key factors in the team's strong season and six-game winning streak.