In a battle for GLIAC supremacy on January 31, 2026, the Michigan Tech Huskies were unable to pull off the upset, falling 76-62 to the undefeated, top-ranked Grand Valley State Lakers at the GVSU Fieldhouse Arena.
The Lakers (20-0, 12-0 GLIAC) showcased why they are the nation’s premier team, overcoming a resilient Huskies squad that nearly erased an early double-digit deficit before a final-quarter surge by the home team sealed the result.
The Game Flow: A Tale of Two Halves
The Huskies struggled with the Lakers’ defensive pressure early but found their rhythm in the middle periods.
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Early Deficit: GVSU jumped out to a quick 6-0 lead and ended the first quarter up 20-9. Both teams matched intensity in the second, entering halftime with the Lakers leading 36-25.
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The Husky Rally: Michigan Tech caught fire in the third quarter, outscoring the Lakers 23-18. Fueled by Soraya Timms and Ella Mason, the Huskies went on a scoring tear that brought them within six points (54-48) heading into the final frame.
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The Lakers’ Response: Grand Valley State opened the fourth quarter with a devastating 11-0 run in the first four minutes. Their depth proved too much, as they shot over 50% from the field in the period to prevent the comeback.
Stat Leaders
Soraya Timms provided the offensive spark for Tech, but GVSU’s balanced attack, led by Nicole Kamin, ultimately dictated the pace.
| Team | Top Scorer | Points | Highlights |
| Michigan Tech | Soraya Timms | 15 | 6-10 FG, 3-7 from 3pt range. |
| Grand Valley State | Nicole Kamin | 20 | Game-high 4 three-pointers. |
| Michigan Tech | Ella Mason | 13 | Perfect 5-5 from the free-throw line. |
| Grand Valley State | Paige Vanstee | 17 | Led GVSU’s defensive effort. |
Standing & Outlook
With the loss, Michigan Tech moves to 12-8 overall and 6-6 in GLIAC play. While the defeat is a setback, the Huskies showed they can compete with the best in the country by winning the third quarter against the No. 1 team in the nation.
Next Matchups:
The Huskies return to the SDC Gym in Houghton to host:
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Lake Superior State (LSSU): Thursday, February 5, 2026.
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Saginaw Valley State (SVSU): Saturday, February 7, 2026.
“The depth of the top-ranked Lakers was on display in the fourth quarter… but the Huskies won the turnover battle 5-0 in the third quarter, proving their resilience.” — Game Recap, Feb 2026
