LC State sports update

Women's basketball holds steady, men's basketball and tennis ranked in NAIA Top 25

Feb. 12, 2026 at 1:55pm

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The Lewis-Clark State College (LC State) athletic programs have seen some notable achievements in recent weeks. The women's basketball team remained at No. 12 in the NAIA Top 25 poll, while the men's basketball team broke into the rankings at No. 22. Additionally, the men's tennis team earned a spot at No. 25 in the latest NAIA poll. The college also announced the signing of Spokane native Bryce Johnson to the men's golf team for the 2026-27 season.

Why it matters

The continued success and national recognition of LC State's athletic programs is important for the school's reputation, student recruitment, and community engagement. Strong performances by the Warriors teams generate excitement and pride among students, alumni, and the local Lewiston-Clarkston area.

The details

The LC State women's basketball team maintained its No. 12 ranking in the NAIA Top 25 poll despite going 2-2 in its recent games. The men's basketball team, meanwhile, broke into the Top 25 at No. 22 after sweeping a road trip in Oregon and winning two home games. In men's tennis, the Warriors checked in at No. 25 in the latest NAIA poll with a 2-2 record so far this season. Finally, the men's golf program added a notable recruit in Bryce Johnson, a standout from Spokane's Lewis and Clark High School, who will join the team in the fall of 2026.

  • The NAIA Top 25 polls were released on Wednesday, February 12, 2026.
  • The LC State women's basketball team has two weeks remaining in the regular season.

The players

LC State Women's Basketball

The women's basketball team at Lewis-Clark State College, currently ranked No. 12 in the NAIA Top 25 poll.

LC State Men's Basketball

The men's basketball team at Lewis-Clark State College, which recently broke into the NAIA Top 25 at No. 22.

LC State Men's Tennis

The men's tennis team at Lewis-Clark State College, which is ranked No. 25 in the latest NAIA poll.

Bryce Johnson

A standout golfer from Spokane's Lewis and Clark High School who has signed to join the LC State men's golf team in the fall of 2026.

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The takeaway

The strong performances across multiple LC State athletic programs demonstrate the school's commitment to excellence and its ability to attract and develop talented student-athletes. These rankings and achievements will help raise the profile of the college and its sports teams, potentially leading to increased interest from prospective students and the local community.