Weber State basketball star shines in home finale

Viljami Vartiainen leads Wildcats to victory over Montana in final home game of the season

Published on Feb. 27, 2026

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Weber State junior guard Viljami Vartiainen had an impressive performance in the Wildcats' home finale against Montana, though he couldn't quite match his earlier feat of making seven consecutive 3-pointers. The Wildcats cruised to a decisive victory over the visiting Grizzlies.

Why it matters

Vartiainen has been a standout player for Weber State this season, helping lead the Wildcats to a strong record and positioning them well for postseason play. His performance in the home finale showcases his talent and the team's potential heading into the playoffs.

The details

Vartiainen scored a game-high 25 points, including several key 3-pointers, to power Weber State to the win over Montana. While he couldn't match his earlier streak of seven straight 3s, he still had an efficient shooting night and made key plays to lift his team to victory in the final home game of the regular season.

  • The game was played on Saturday, February 25, 2026.

The players

Viljami Vartiainen

A junior guard for the Weber State Wildcats basketball team who has been a standout performer this season.

Weber State Wildcats

The college basketball team from Weber State University in Ogden, Utah that competes in the Big Sky Conference.

Montana Grizzlies

The college basketball team from the University of Montana that plays in the Big Sky Conference and was the opponent for Weber State's home finale.

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What they’re saying

“Vartiainen has been a key part of our success this season, and we're glad he could shine in his final home game.”

— Randy Rahe, Head Coach, Weber State Wildcats (Weber State Athletics)

What’s next

Weber State will now turn its attention to the Big Sky Conference tournament, where the Wildcats will look to secure an automatic bid to the NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Tournament.

The takeaway

Vartiainen's standout performance in Weber State's home finale showcases his talent and the team's potential heading into the postseason, as the Wildcats look to build on their strong regular season and make a deep run in the conference tournament.