The Daemen Wildcats women's volleyball team, the fifth seed, will face the top-seeded Adelphi Panthers in the NCAA Division II East Region Semifinals on Friday in Garden City, N.Y. Daemen advanced to the semifinals after a 3-1 victory over American International College. The Wildcats were led by Maggie Burns and Giselle Giraud, who contributed 12 and 11 kills, respectively. Senior setter Olivia Alesi reached a career milestone with her 2,000th career assist. Daemen has a history of success in the NCAA Tournament, having advanced to the Elite Eight in 2021. Senior libero Jasmine Brundage was named ECC Libero of the Year, and freshman outside hitter Charlotte Koerber was named ECC Rookie of the Year. The Wildcats enter the semifinals with a 25-5 record, while the Panthers have a record of 26-6.

Why It Matters

The outcome of this match will determine which team advances to the East Region Final of the NCAA Division II Tournament. Daemen has a chance to continue their successful postseason run and reach the Elite Eight once again.

By the Numbers
  • Daemen Wildcats record: 25-5
  • Adelphi Panthers record: 26-6
  • Jasmine Brundage: 2023 ECC Libero of the Year (441 digs)
  • Charlotte Koerber: 2023 ECC Rookie of the Year (287 kills)
State of Play
  • Daemen advanced to the semifinals with a 3-1 victory over American International College
  • Adelphi advanced to the semifinals with a 3-1 victory over Bridgeport
  • The Wildcats and Panthers are tied 2-2 in their all-time meetings
Bottom Line

The Daemen Wildcats face a crucial matchup against the Adelphi Panthers in the NCAA Division II East Region Semifinals. A win would propel Daemen closer to a return to the Elite Eight and continue their successful postseason run.