St. Thomas’ Nolan Minessale Named Summit League Peak Performer of the Week for Second Consecutive Honor
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Averaging 23.3 points, 4.7 rebounds, and 4.3 assists, St. Thomas guard Nolan Minessale has been recognized as the Kwik Star Summit League MenS Basketball Peak Performer of the Week for the week ending November 25, 2025. This marks the second straight week the sophomore has received the accolade, a first for his career.
Dominating Performance at the Portland Invitational
Minessale’s remarkable play occurred during the Portland invitational, a multi-team event where St. Thomas secured victories against Northern Colorado and the host Portland Pilots. His consistent scoring and all-around contributions were instrumental in the Tommies’ success.
In the tournament opener against Northern Colorado, minessale showcased his clutch ability, finishing with 20 points, five rebounds, and five assists.He sealed the 73-72 victory with a dramatic half-court shot at the buzzer, overcoming a 13-point deficit. “It was a huge win for the team,” a league official stated. “Minessale’s shot demonstrated incredible composure under pressure.”
Despite an 88-80 loss to Cal-State Fullerton, Minessale continued to shine, posting a season-high 26 points and achieving a perfect 10-for-10 performance from the free-throw line.
Did you know?– Nolan Minessale’s performance at the Portland Invitational included a game-winning buzzer-beater against Northern Colorado. He also achieved a perfect free-throw record against Cal-State Fullerton, despite the team’s loss.
Tournament MVP and Continued Scoring Streak
Minessale closed the Portland Invitational with another stellar performance, scoring 24 points and recording a career-high five steals in the Tommies’ 68-60 win over Portland. This performance earned him Tournament MVP honors and extended his extraordinary streak to eight consecutive games with 20 or more points to start the season.
“Minessale’s consistency is remarkable,” noted one analyst. “To maintain that level of scoring output game after game is a testament to his skill and dedication.”
Pro tip:– Minessale’s success stems from his ability to score consistently and contribute in multiple ways. Coaches should emphasize all-around play, not just scoring, to develop well-rounded players.
summit League Weekly Honors and Nominees
This is the second career Summit League weekly honor for Minessale, following his recognition on November 18th. other players nominated for the Peak Performer of the Week award included Zane Nelson (Denver), Eli King (North Dakota), Markhi Strickland (North Dakota State), Ofri naveh (Oral roberts), Jordan Crawford (South Dakota), and Trey Buchanan (South Dakota State).
The Kwik Star Summit League Men’s basketball Peak Performer of the Week awards will continue throughout the 2025-26 season, recognizing the top individual performances in the league.
Reader question:– What do you think is the most impressive aspect of Minessale’s performance? Is it his scoring, his assists, or his defensive contributions? Share your thoughts in the comments.
