FORT WAYNE, Ind. – With another week in the books, updated national polls are out, reshaping the rankings and highlighting the Indiana Tech Warriors' continued presence on the national stage. With multiple seasons nearing their postseason stretch and others just hitting their competitive stride, every program is pushing toward one common goal: finishing on top.

This week's rankings roundup welcomes men's and women's track and field to the polls for the first time this season. The women's team enters at No. 4, while the men's team debuts at No. 3, marking an impressive showing early in the indoor campaign. Individual excellence has followed closely behind, as Javion Westfield and Stephens Sydnor both collected January Player of the Week honors. Westfield earned WHAC Track Athlete of the Week after clocking an 8.00-second 60-meter hurdles, an NAIA "A" standard, at the Indiana Tech Invitational last weekend. His performance not only set the tone for the men's squad but also established him as a national contender moving forward. Sydnor continued the momentum on the field side, winning the long jump open with a 7.22-meter leap, earning an NAIA "B" standard and currently ranking 11th nationally in the event.

On the women's side, Giselle Unvieghara has been the driving force behind the team's early success. She earned two WHAC Player of the Week honors after posting a season-best 56.72 in the 400 meters and contributing to the 4x400m relay team, which also achieved an NAIA "B" standard. Unvieghara now ranks 12th in the NAIA in the 400m and 5th nationally in the 4x400m relay, positioning herself and the relay squad as legitimate national threats. The Warriors continue to showcase depth across the roster, with athletes such as Alyssa Small and Kayla Rorie delivering strong performances and adding to the team's all-around momentum.

Indiana Tech bowling continues to dominate the conference, as both the men's and women's teams claimed WHAC regular season championships. At WHAC Jamboree No. 4, the men's team rolled a combined 6,773 pins, winning the event in commanding fashion over St. Francis (Ill.) (6,470) and Lawrence Tech (Mich.) (6,404). Malakai Pettrie led the charge with 721 pins over three games to finish second overall. Hayden Tarris followed with an eighth-place finish at 674 pins, while Dylan Bulusan (664 pins) and Tuna Boncu (649 pins) rounded out a deep and consistent lineup. The women matched the intensity, totaling 5,975 pins to secure the event title. Libby Hurley finished second overall with 681 pins, leading the Warriors, while Meagan Kennedy placed fourth with 671 pins. Jillian Treska added 498 pins as Tech edged out Aquinas (Mich.) (5,769) and Lawrence Tech (Mich.) (5,762). With both squads peaking at the right time, the Warriors look poised for a strong postseason run.

On the hardwood, the men's basketball team climbed back up the national rankings at No. 12, regaining momentum behind standout performances from Logan Beaston and Jaxson Fugate. Beaston was named Offensive Player of the Week after tying both the school and WHAC records with 11 three-pointers in a single game against UNOH. Fugate earned Defensive Player of the Week honors. Fugate then showcased his all-around skill by anchoring the Warriors on the defensive end while also pouring in 40 points in a tough loss to Lawrence Tech on Wednesday night.

The women's basketball team remains firmly in the national conversation, holding the No. 25 spot in the polls. The Warriors are currently perfect in January (8–0), continuing their dominance against WHAC opponents and solidifying themselves as a top contender. Jaidyn Gulley has been a catalyst on both ends of the floor, earning WHAC honors on January 12 being named Defensive Player of the Week. Across the two games that week, Gulley recorded 31 rebounds, five steals, and four blocks, while also adding 22 points offensively to help secure both victories. With continued contributions from Taylor Covington, who reached 500 career assists in her last game, and Ryan Moorer, the Warriors remain focused on the bigger picture as they look to close out conference play strong and keep their eyes firmly on the prize at the end of the season.

The women's hockey team made a move in the polls this week. Following a dominant series win over Lake Superior State, the women's hockey team moved up one spot to No. 14 in the rankings. Newcomer transfer Kaitlyn Brockel has made an immediate impact, proving she is no stranger to the game. Since her arrival, Brockel has provided a much-needed offensive spark, totaling four goals and six assists, helping propel the Warriors to key wins as the season continues to build momentum. The Warriors also delivered a statement road win at Jamestown University, knocking off the No. 10-ranked team in a thrilling 3–2 overtime victory. Allison Greene sealed the win, scoring the game-winning goal at 2:03 into overtime, showcasing the team's poise and resilience in high-pressure moments.

The men's hockey team climbed one spot to No. 24 in the latest polls, continuing to build momentum as conference play heats up. Malik Ali reached a major personal milestone during recent matchups, becoming the program's all-time points leader after scoring a goal against Cleary. The Warriors have been locked in a tight battle with Cleary for the top spot in the WHAC standings. After splitting the weekend series, winning one game apiece, Indiana Tech was able to stay in first place in the conference, holding a one-point advantage over Cleary. However, Cleary re-took a one-point lead after this past weekend's results setting up a thrilling and important final two series for the Warriors. Isaiah Gagerman has been delivering for the Warriors offensively and defensively. He earned WHAC Defensive Player of the Week honors last week, recording two goals and one assist during the top-of-the-table series with Cleary, playing a key role in the Warriors' continued success as they push toward the postseason.

The men's and women's wrestling teams continue to hold steady in the polls and show no signs of slowing down. The women's team remains ranked No. 8 nationally, firmly positioning itself among the top programs in the country. Bo Geibe earned NAIA Women's Wrestler of the Week honors after also being named the Mid-South Conference Women's Wrestler of the Week on Monday, adding national recognition to an already impressive season. As a team, the Warriors are nearing 100 total wins, a testament to their depth and consistency throughout the year. Individually, Rose Kaplan, Makayla Young, Kinnley Smith, and Zoey Haney each turned in strong performances, winning their divisions at the recent Warriors Open Tournament. Their success highlights the continued growth and competitiveness of the program as the Warriors push toward postseason competition.

The men's team remains ranked No. 4 in the national polls and continues to build momentum with an impressive 11–1 overall record. In their most recent competition, the Warriors hit the mats in Marshall, Missouri, for the Missouri Valley Invite. Luke Rioux led the charge, capturing the 133-pound weight class title for the second straight tournament. The sophomore from Avon, Indiana scored 29.5 points for Indiana Tech, defeating two top 15 opponents along the way. Rioux's performance helped propel the Warriors to a fifth-place finish overall with 109 team points. Ian Clifford finished as the runner-up in his weight class with a 4–1 record, while Landon Buchanan, Marlone Kirksy, and Conner Kimbrough also earned podium finishes. Top-ranked Grand View (Iowa) claimed the team title with 132.5 points.

Men's volleyball also saw themselves appear in the national rankings, just missing out on the top 15 as they are receiving votes in the poll. The Warriors opened the season with a pair of top ten matches where they would defeat No. 10 ranked Benedictine Mesa in straight sets before falling to No. 5 Missouri Valley. Dylan Poore led the Warriors with 28 kills in the two matches, including setting a new school record for kills in a three-set match with 21. Tech is looking to make a statement this season and is off to a good start to begin the 2026 campaign.

With the season moving forward, the Indiana Tech Warriors are showing strength and consistency across all programs. From standout individual performances to team successes, the Warriors are building momentum and setting the stage for an exciting finish as they head toward postseason competition.