Ferris Men Defeated by Parkside

Bulldogs fall 82-63 in road matchup

Published on Feb. 8, 2026

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The Ferris State University men's basketball team dropped their opening game of a four-game road trip, falling to Parkside 82-63 at De Simone Arena. Despite matching Parkside's 44 rebounds, the Bulldogs were unable to overcome a nine-point halftime deficit.

Why it matters

This loss drops Ferris State to 9-11 overall and 6-7 in league play, making it more difficult for them to climb the standings in the competitive Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (GLIAC).

The details

Ferris State opened the game strong, with Chang Hoth hitting a 3-pointer early in the first half. Senior Brandon Claerbaut also contributed with a layup and a 3-pointer to keep the Bulldogs in contention. However, Parkside's fast-break points and efficient scoring in the paint helped them take a 44-35 lead at halftime. In the second half, Parkside capitalized on Ferris State turnovers and maintained a strong presence in the paint, ultimately extending their lead and closing out the win.

  • The game was played on Saturday, February 7, 2026.
  • Ferris State opened the first half with a steady performance.

The players

Chang Hoth

A Ferris State player who hit a 3-pointer in the first half.

Brandon Claerbaut

A senior Ferris State player who contributed a layup and a 3-pointer in the first half.

Keashaun Johnson

A Ferris State freshman who made a layup in the second half.

Tae Boyd

A Ferris State player who hit a 3-pointer in the second half.

Owen Hardy

A Ferris State player who recorded 10 rebounds and two blocks.

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What they’re saying

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee (Instagram)

The takeaway

This loss highlights the challenges Ferris State faces as they look to climb the standings in the competitive GLIAC conference. The team will need to regroup and find ways to overcome their road woes if they hope to make a late-season push for the playoffs.