Game Date: Jan 13th, 2050

Northwest Missouri State

Team: Northwest Missouri State Bearcats [ID #501]

Location: Maryville, MO (Central)

Conference: II.1 [Division 1]

President: chousley4
          [since March 31st 2022 | last seen February 09th 2026]

Coach: Stefan Keil

Arena: Bearcat Arena

Rating: 399.52 - Overall Position: #25

Fan Mood: 90.89

Alumni Mood: 137.80

Prestige: 156

Team Notes:

• Dec 25 2049: 3-star prospect Ethan Chao committed.
• Nov 20 2049: 5-star prospect Paxton Hines committed.
• Sep 02 2049: Demoted to conference II.1.
• Jun 29 2049: Logan Banks was drafted round #1, pick #9 by Los Angeles.
• Dec 19 2048: 2-star prospect Nathan Kennedy committed.
• Dec 12 2048: 2-star prospect Jeff Dwyer committed.
• Nov 07 2048: 4-star prospect Mo Murphy committed.
• Oct 01 2048: Ray Sears was hired as the new assistant coach.
• Oct 01 2048: Assistant coach Pedro Carreon was let go.
• Aug 27 2048: Pedro Carreon was hired as the new assistant coach.

Record:

Wins: 12 Losses: 14 Pct: .462     Conf Wins: 5 Conf Losses: 11 Conf Pct: .313 Conf Rank: 14     Last10: 3-7 Streak: L4

Pts Ave: 80.7 - 75.5     Pts Diff: +5.3     Team Power Index: 149.3

Press Releases:

Mar 28 2048: 2047 Final Four Banner Ceremony - by chousley4 on November 12th, 2025

While the 2048 Season Ended in the Sweet 16, the 2047 has been honored with a night to remember, as their Final Four Banner gets hung at Bearcat Arena!


Apr 01 2047: Northwest Missouri State: 2047 Season Recap - by chousley4 on September 18th, 2025

The 2047 season for the Northwest Missouri State Bearcats will be remembered as one of the most successful campaigns in program history, culminating in a run to the national championship game. While the season ended with a 65–55 loss to top-seeded Temple, the Bearcats proved themselves as a legitimate force on the national stage.

Regular Season

Northwest Missouri State finished the year with a 32–15 overall record and a 19–11 mark in II.1 conference play, good for second place in one of the toughest leagues in the nation. The Bearcats built their identity on defense and rebounding, allowing just 66.4 points per game while posting a +11.5 point differential over the course of the season.

The Bearcats’ non-conference slate was a mixed bag early, with losses to Illinois-Chicago, Western Michigan, and Colgate offset by quality wins against Carleton, Bloomfield, and Gonzaga. Conference play highlighted the team’s resilience; Northwest Missouri State split tight matchups with Wisconsin, Illinois Wesleyan, and Massachusetts Maritime while closing the season strong to secure an at-large tournament bid.

Key Performers

• Anthony Page (20.2 PPG, 6.2 RPG) emerged as the Bearcats’ leading scorer and most consistent offensive option, earning 13 Player of the Game honors. His ability to score both inside and beyond the arc provided balance to the attack. Page ends his career with 3000+ points (2nd all time in program history, he’s also leaving as the programs best in career total steals.
  
• Micah Snow (18.0 PPG, 3.8 RPG, 1.6 SPG) proved to be one of the nation’s most dangerous perimeter threats, connecting on 39% from
  
• Khris Thompson (14.6 PPG, 9.7 RPG) anchored the frontcourt, finishing among the conference leaders in rebounding.
  
• Nathan Frost (9.0 PPG, 6.8 APG) controlled tempo at point guard, pacing the offense while contributing defensively.
  
• Logan Banks (7.9 PPG, 6.0 RPG) and Shawn Smith (5.2 PPG, 7.2 RPG) provided physical interior presence that helped the Bearcats dominate the glass (37.9 rebounds per game).

Postseason Run

Northwest Missouri State entered the Division I National Tournament as a 6-seed. Their path to the title game showcased both depth and composure:

Round of 64: Defeated Lafayette 103–108 in a shootout.

Round of 32: Handled #3 Prairie View A&M 93–71, avenging a regular-season loss.

Sweet 16: Survived a defensive battle against Appalachian State, 106–98.

Elite Eight: Earned revenge against Massachusetts Maritime Academy, 80–76, reversing two regular-season defeats.

Final Four: Took down #14 seed Michigan, 78–70, to book a spot in the national final.

The championship matchup with Temple saw the Bearcats lead late into the second half before the Owls’ All-Americans took over down the stretch. Northwest Missouri State’s defense limited Temple to just 65 points, but the Bearcats struggled offensively, shooting 38.6% from the field.

Season in Context

While the season ended one step short of the ultimate prize, Northwest Missouri State’s performance on the national stage elevated the program’s profile. The Bearcats defeated multiple higher-seeded teams, finished with a Top 10 national ranking, and demonstrated the ability to contend with the very best.

With Page, Snow, and Thompson leading a core that proved itself against elite opposition, the 2047 campaign stands as a landmark season, one that sets the stage for future contention and cements Northwest Missouri State as a rising power in the college basketball landscape.


Mar 02 2041: Conference III.1 Chaos: The Final Day That Shook Hardwood - by chousley4 on October 7th, 2024

Conference III.1 2041 Season Recap:

As the 2041 season in Conference III.1 came to a close, fans were treated to one of the most dramatic finales in recent memory. With promotion and relegation spots still in the balance on the final day, teams at both the top and bottom of the standings battled to secure their futures. The season was a true test of resilience, skill, and determination, with some teams rising to the challenge while others faltered when it mattered most.

The Top 3: Promotion to Glory

The three teams earning promotion this season—West Virginia State, Emporia State, and New Haven—all demonstrated their dominance throughout the year. West Virginia State, in particular, was a force to be reckoned with, posting a stellar 25-5 conference record and a staggering +529 point differential. Their final game, an 81-68 win over St. Peters, capped off their dominant run, securing their spot in the higher division. With a balanced offense and a defense that suffocated opponents, West Virginia proved they were the class of the conference.

Emporia State followed closely behind, finishing with a 22-8 record and a +420 point differential. Their consistent performance across the season, bolstered by their ability to lock down opponents, was highlighted in their 83-55 victory over Transylvania on the final day. Emporia’s rise to promotion was well-earned, as they showed poise in critical games and handled adversity with ease.

New Haven rounded out the top three with a 21-9 record and a +273 point differential. Their season was marked by an explosive offense that averaged over 86 points per game. They secured their promotion with a 92-80 victory over Redlands, demonstrating the firepower that carried them throughout the year. New Haven’s high-scoring games often kept fans on the edge of their seats, and their promotion is well-deserved.

The Middle of the Pack: Staying Put

While promotion was out of reach for some, a handful of teams solidified their positions in Conference III.1 for another season. Barry and Transylvania both had strong campaigns, finishing with 20-10 and 18-12 records, respectively. Barry, with an impressive +360 point differential, capped off their season with a commanding 99-43 win over East Tennessee State, ensuring their spot in the division. Transylvania, though falling to Emporia State in the final game, maintained a solid position in the standings.

Howard Payne, Oral Roberts, and Morehead State also managed to stay above the relegation line with 17-13 records. Howard Payne’s final-day victory over Penn solidified their mid-table position, while Morehead State survived a tight 79-77 win over St. Marys to keep their season intact. Oral Roberts, despite a disappointing 108-89 loss to Eastern Illinois, had built enough of a cushion with a +126 point differential to avoid slipping into the danger zone.

But perhaps the most nerve-wracking story came from Northwest Missouri State, who entered the final day on the brink of relegation. In need of a decisive win and some favorable results, Northwest Missouri delivered one of their best performances of the season, routing Georgia College 100-57. The victory not only boosted their record to 15-15, but their +53 point differential was enough to edge out Redlands, who finished with the same record but a slightly lower +46 differential. It was a miraculous escape for Northwest Missouri, as their season seemed headed for disaster just weeks before.

Heartbreak at the Bottom: Relegation Woes

For the six teams facing relegation, the final day brought a mixture of heartbreak and frustration. Redlands, despite a respectable season, found themselves demoted due to the narrowest of margins. Their loss to New Haven and Northwest Missouri’s dominant win dropped them just below the safety line.

Georgia College, Eastern Illinois, St. Peters, Penn, and East Tennessee State all ended their seasons with more despair than hope. Georgia College’s blowout loss to Northwest Missouri sealed their fate, while Eastern Illinois’ win over Oral Roberts was too little, too late to save their season.

At the very bottom, East Tennessee State endured a brutal campaign, finishing with a 1-29 record and a jaw-dropping -1042 point differential. Their lone win offered little consolation in what was otherwise a season to forget. Penn and St. Peters also had disastrous campaigns, with Penn finishing with a -569 point differential and just five wins.

Final Day Madness: March 2nd Recap

The final day of the season saw teams fighting for their lives in a series of high-stakes matchups. Northwest Missouri State delivered the performance of the day with a 100-57 demolition of Georgia College, saving their season in spectacular fashion. Meanwhile, Emporia State and West Virginia State both closed out their campaigns with dominant wins, while New Haven’s victory over Redlands secured their promotion.

Other key results included Morehead State’s narrow victory over St. Marys and Eastern Illinois’ upset of Oral Roberts, a result that shook up the bottom of the standings but ultimately didn’t prevent their relegation.

Looking Ahead

With West Virginia State, Emporia State, and New Haven moving on to a higher division, the remaining teams in Conference III.1 will need to regroup and refocus for next season. Northwest Missouri State’s miracle escape will give them momentum heading into the offseason, while teams like Redlands and Georgia College will be left wondering what might have been. For the six teams facing relegation, the climb back to Conference III.1 will be a tough one, but their determination to return will surely fuel their efforts in the lower division.

As the dust settles on the 2041 season, one thing is clear: Conference III.1 remains one of the most competitive and unpredictable leagues in the Hardwood universe, despite the wealth of talent compared to other D1 conferences. With new teams set to enter the fray and others looking to bounce back, next season promises to be just as thrilling as the one that came before it.


Oct 07 2038: Kaczmarek Drafted by the Nuggets in Round 1! - by chousley4 on May 6th, 2024

NWMO State's Star post man, Kaczmarek has been drafted 9th overall by the Denver Nuggets. There he will join last years number 1 overall pick and star center Viktor Moskvin. The Nuggets vision is for Kaczmarek and Moskvin to team up and make one of the most formidable front courts in the NBA.

This is the second player from the Bearcats to be drafted in the first round. He joins fellow alum, Carlos Ornelas as being the only two players to have been drafted from the program.

While the streak of first round picks may be on pause for the next few years, Coach Nielson and his staff are destined to make this campus a pipeline to the league!


Jun 30 2037: Ornelas selected by the Los Angeles Lakers in the 1st Round! - by chousley4 on March 8th, 2024

Northwest Missouri State's Graduating Senior, Carolos Ornelas has been selected by Los Angeles with their first round pick of 2037 Pro Draft!

This marks a significant moment in the history of the Bearcats program, as Ornelas becomes the first player to have worn the green and white to be selected in the Pro Draft.

While we do not expect this to be the last pick from the program, we do want to congratulate Carlos and the entire program for this tremendous accomplishment!

Carlos Ornelas - 6'6'' - SF - Monroe City, Missouri
2037 First Team All Conference SF (II.1)
4 Star Recruit and the #1 Rated Prospect from the State of Missouri during his Senior Year in High School.

Col SR Avg: 13.7 ppg 5.3 rpg 1.4 spg POTG: 3x




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