South Dakota women's basketball loses to NDSU

Coyotes' six-game winning streak ends in 81-68 defeat

Published on Feb. 21, 2026

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The South Dakota women's basketball team had its six-game winning streak snapped by conference-leading North Dakota State in an 81-68 defeat on Saturday, February 21. South Dakota dropped to 21-7 overall and 11-3 in Summit League play, while North Dakota State moved to 25-2 overall and a perfect 14-0.

Why it matters

This loss ends a strong run for the South Dakota women's basketball team, who had been building momentum in the Summit League. North Dakota State has established itself as the team to beat in the conference this season.

The details

South Dakota's six-game winning streak came to an end as they were unable to overcome North Dakota State, the top team in the Summit League. The Coyotes now have a 21-7 overall record and are 11-3 in conference play.

  • The game took place on Saturday, February 21, 2026.

The players

South Dakota women's basketball team

The women's basketball team from the University of South Dakota, who had won six straight games before this loss.

North Dakota State

The conference-leading North Dakota State women's basketball team, who improved to 25-2 overall and 14-0 in Summit League play with this win.

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The takeaway

This loss ends a strong run for the South Dakota women's basketball team, who will need to regroup as they look to challenge North Dakota State for the Summit League title.