IUP women's volleyball team fought back after being down two sets to one to secure a hard-fought five-set victory against Gannon in the NCAA DII Atlantic Region Semifinals. With this win, the Crimson Hawks advance to their first Atlantic Region championship match in program history.

Why It Matters

This victory is significant for the IUP women's volleyball team as it marks their deepest run in the NCAA Tournament since 2001 and their first appearance in the Atlantic Region championship match. It also gives them the opportunity to claim their first NCAA Regional Championship in program history.

By the Numbers
  • IUP held a 15-8 edge in service aces.
  • Stefania Anagnostou led the team with 16 kills, 10 digs, and four aces.
  • Lauren Valentic recorded 12 kills on a .526 hitting percentage and seven total blocks.
  • Hailey Koch had 20 kills for Gannon.
  • IUP's record is 23-10, while Gannon's record is 27-5.
State of Play
  • IUP advanced to the Atlantic Region championship match for the first time in program history.
  • IUP exacted revenge against Gannon, the two-time defending PSAC Champions and reigning Atlantic Region champions, after falling in both regular season meetings.
  • IUP's win secured their deepest run in the NCAA Tournament since 2001.
What's Next

IUP will face Clarion in the NCAA Regional Championship, seeking to claim their first-ever regional title for the program.

Bottom Line

IUP's women's volleyball team's hard-fought victory against Gannon not only propels them to their first-ever Atlantic Region championship match, but also gives them a chance to make history by winning their first NCAA Regional Championship.