St. Thomas Basketball Teams Conclude Regular Season, Eye Championships

The St. Thomas men’s and women’s basketball teams wrapped up their regular season with mixed results. The men took down Omaha, while the women dropped a tough one to Oral Roberts.

Now, both squads are gearing up for the Summit League Championship tournaments. The men snagged the No. 2 seed, and the women finished with a .500 record—both teams itching to see what the playoffs have in store.

St. Thomas Men’s Basketball: A Season to Remember

The St. Thomas men’s basketball team closed out their regular season with a strong 68-53 win over Omaha. That victory bumped their overall record to 22-8 and locked them in as the No. 2 team in the Summit League.

With an 11-4 conference record, the Tommies are looking ahead to the Summit League Championship playoffs. There’s a sense of momentum building around this group.

Key Players and Game Highlights

Nolan Minessale really stole the show, dropping 20 points to lead all scorers. He came alive in the second half, helping the Tommies outscore Omaha by 12 after halftime.

• Ben Oosterban, Carter Bjerke, and Nick Janowski each chipped in nine points
• Austin Herro added eight points and grabbed a game-high eight rebounds

The group effort gave the Tommies a solid finish to the regular season. They look fired up for what comes next.

Upcoming Challenges in the Summit League Championship

As the No. 2 seed, the Tommies will take on No. 7 South Dakota State in their first playoff game. The matchup is set for Thursday, 25 minutes after the first game of the night wraps up at 6 p.m.

Win that one, and they’re off to the semifinals on Saturday night. The conference title game happens at 8 p.m. Sunday.

More details and updates are available in the original article on Twin Cities.

St. Thomas Women’s Basketball: A Season of Resilience

The St. Thomas women’s basketball team ended their regular season with a 67-52 loss to Oral Roberts. They still finished with a respectable 15-15 overall record and went 8-8 in conference play.

The team’s grit and determination showed up all season, setting the stage for a playoff run that’s got a few folks curious about what they can pull off.

Key Players and Game Highlights

Alyssa Sand led the Tommies with a game-high 19 points. She kept them in it, especially in the first half, when they managed to tie things up by halftime.

• Mikayla Werner was the top rebounder for St. Thomas with six boards

On the other side, Oral Roberts’ Kayten Donley was a handful, piling up 15 rebounds (12 defensive), 12 points, and five assists.

Upcoming Challenges in the Summit League Championship

The Tommies get another shot at Oral Roberts in the first round of the Summit playoffs. That game tips off at noon on Friday in Sioux Falls, S.D.

If they win, they’ll move on to a semifinal at noon on Saturday. The Summit women’s title game is set for 3 p.m. Sunday.

You can find more info on their matchups in the original article on Twin Cities.

Looking Ahead: What to Expect in the Playoffs

Both teams have battled hard all season. Heading into the Summit League Championship, fans can expect:

• Intense matchups as both squads try to advance
• Key players like Nolan Minessale and Alyssa Sand stepping up
• Strategic adjustments from the coaching staff

The men’s team finished strong and seems ready for a deep tournament run. Their balanced scoring and tough defense could give them an edge.

The women, even after their recent loss, have shown they can hang with the best. They’ll be looking to settle the score against Oral Roberts.