Michigan Tech

Jesse Napgezek made an immediate impact in his first season at Michigan Tech, earning the team’s Bob Olson Outstanding Newcomer Award in 2025–26. The Wausau, Wisconsin, native averaged 7.3 points and 3.4 rebounds per game, then elevated his performance during the NCAA Midwest Regional, averaging 18 points per game to earn a spot on the All-Tournament Team. His postseason contributions helped the Huskies capture their first Midwest Region Championship and advance to the Elite Eight. Napgezek graduated from Wausau East High School, where he averaged 22.8 points, 5.3 rebounds, 4.2 assists and 3.3 steals per game as a senior. He earned unanimous First Team All-Conference honors and was named an All-State honorable mention selection. Napgezek is the son of Sarah and Andy and plans to earn a degree in engineering management at Michigan Tech.