North Dakota State Bison basketball — program history
North Dakota State University in Fargo competes in the Summit League and has transitioned to Division I with notable success. While best known for its dominant football program, the Bison have also made multiple NCAA Tournament appearances in basketball.
The name
The Bison (often called Thundering Herd) mascot represents the American bison that once roamed the Great Plains by the millions, a fitting symbol for the Fargo school.
Signature moment
The 2009 NCAA Tournament first-round game against Kansas, the Bison's first appearance in the Big Dance after transitioning to Division I, marking a program milestone.
NDSU's transition to Division I was fueled by the success of its football program, which has won multiple FCS national championships, bringing visibility that benefited all sports including basketball.
The North Dakota State Bison compete in the Summit League and hold an all-time record of 703–345 (.671 winning percentage) across 50 recorded seasons dating back to 1897-98.
Season-by-season results
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