The top-seeded and second-ranked Concordia-St. Paul volleyball team fell to Wayne State in the NCAA Central Region Championship in four sets. The Golden Bears reached the region title match for the eighth season in a row but were unable to secure the win. Wayne State clinched their second region crown in St. Paul, matching their feat from 2015. Both teams played at a high level, with Wayne State hitting .360 and Concordia finishing at .333. Teagan Starkey tallied 63 assists, Emma Schmidt had 17 kills and digs, and Jasmine Mulvihill finished with 14 kills, 12 digs, and four aces. The loss marked the end of the season for Concordia-St. Paul.

Why It Matters

The loss in the NCAA Central Region Championship brings an end to Concordia-St. Paul's season, during which they reached the region title match for the eighth season in a row.

By the Numbers
  • Concordia-St. Paul finished the season with 30 wins for the 15th time under head coach Brady Starkey.
  • Wayne State won the season series against Concordia-St. Paul 2-1.
  • Teagan Starkey tallied 63 assists, the fifth-most in the 25-point scoring format in a four-set match.
  • Emma Schmidt had 17 kills and 17 digs, recording her second double-double in a row and 14th of the year.
  • Jasmine Mulvihill finished her career as the program's all-time leader in career kills per set and points per set.
Bottom Line

Concordia-St. Paul's loss in the NCAA Central Region Championship marks the end of their successful season, where they reached the region title match for the eighth season in a row.