San Antonio, Texas – The MSU-Northern Skylights women’s basketball team continued its strong start to the 2026-27 season this past weekend. They came away with two more victories down in Texas, improving to a perfect 4-0 on the season.
Northern opened the weekend Friday against Nelson University, earning a hard-fought 73-71 victory. After trailing 24-17 at the end of the first quarter, the Skylights responded with a big second period, outscoring Nelson 21-7 to take control of the game. Nelson made a late push, but Northern held on for the two-point win.
Shania Moananu led the team with 23 points including shooting five of seven from beyond the arc.
The Skylights returned to the court Saturday to face Texas A&M University-San Antonio, where they picked up a 64-59 victory to complete the weekend sweep.
Northern controlled the rebounding battle in this one, finishing with 42 boards compared to San Antonio’s 33. Maddie Williamson led the way on the glass with 12 rebounds, helping the Skylights close out another competitive contest.
With the two victories, MSU-Northern improves to 4-0 overall and will look to keep its undefeated start going as it prepares for its next matchup against Westcliff University on Friday in Great Falls.
