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Midweek college basketball: Multiple teams secure conference victories

PUBLISHED Feb 17, 2026, 11:15 PM ET

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Midweek college basketball: Multiple teams secure conference victories

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BOWLING GREEN, Ohio — Kent State defeated Bowling Green 78-71 Tuesday as Morgan Safford scored 27 points; the Golden Flashes improved to 20-7 overall and 11-3 in the Mid-American Conference. In Olean Wednesday, Saint Joseph's (PA) beat Saint Bonaventure 71-65 with Derek Simpson scoring 23. In Youngstown Wednesday, Youngstown State routed Cleveland State 106-82 as Cris Carroll scored 26. In Erie Thursday, Wagner edged Mercyhurst 83-80 in overtime with Nick Jones scoring 19. All statistics are official game totals worldwide. Based on 6 articles reviewed and supporting research.

By Adyan K. | JQJO News

Timeline of Events

Tuesday: Kent State beats Bowling Green 78-71, led by Morgan Safford's 27 points.
Wednesday: Saint Joseph's (PA) defeats Saint Bonaventure 71-65; Derek Simpson scores 23.
Wednesday: Youngstown State defeats Cleveland State 106-82; Cris Carroll scores 26.
Thursday: Wagner defeats Mercyhurst 83-80 in overtime; Nick Jones scores 19.
Subsequent reporting: Local outlets and AP publish box scores and recaps attributing official statistics.

News Intelligence

These games impact your local community pride and conversations. If you're a fan of any of these teams, it's a good week. If you're a Bowling Green, Saint Bonaventure, or Mercyhurst supporter, there's always the next game. Keep an eye on standout players like Safford, Simpson, Carroll, and Jones.

Media Bias

Articles Published:: 6
Right Leaning:: 0
Left Leaning:: 0
Neutral:: 6
Distribution:: Left 0%, Center 100%, Right 0%

Who Benefited

Kent State, Saint Joseph's (PA), Youngstown State and Wagner benefited by recording wins that improved their season records and conference positions.

Who Impacted

Bowling Green, Saint Bonaventure, Cleveland State and Mercyhurst suffered losses that negatively affected their season records and conference standing.