#3 Wayne State College defeated #13 Nebraska-Kearney in a five-set thriller in the NCAA Central Region Volleyball Tournament semi-finals. Wayne State rallied from a 2-1 set deficit to secure the victory.

Why It Matters

The win advances Wayne State to its second-ever NCAA regional final, marking the 450th win for head coach Scott Kneifl. It also ends Nebraska-Kearney's season.

By the Numbers
  • Scores of the match: 18-25, 25-23, 20-25, 25-22, 15-9
  • Wayne State's record: 30-2
  • Nebraska-Kearney's record: 12-9
  • WSC had a hitting disadvantage of .212-.218
  • WSC recorded 16 blocks in the win
  • WSC had 6 service aces
State of Play
  • Wayne State will play in the NCAA Central Region final against the winner of the Concordia-St. Paul vs. Central Missouri match.
  • The final will take place on Saturday evening at 7 p.m.
Bottom Line

#3 Wayne State College's victory over #13 Nebraska-Kearney in the NCAA Central Region Volleyball Tournament semi-finals secures their spot in the regional final, marking a significant milestone for head coach Scott Kneifl. The win ends Nebraska-Kearney's season and sets up an exciting matchup in the regional final.