The No. 16 SMSU volleyball team will host its last home matches of the regular season against Minnesota Crookston and Bemidji State this weekend. SMSU will face UMC on Friday, November 8, and BSU on Saturday, November 9. The Mustangs boast impressive all-time records against both opponents, having defeated UMC 30 consecutive times and BSU in the last 31 matchups. Live stats and coverage will be available, allowing fans to follow the action online.

By the Numbers
  • SMSU leads the all-time series against UMC 38-1.
  • SMSU has won 31 straight matches against BSU and leads the all-time series 70-30.
Yes, But

Both opponents are struggling this season, with Minnesota Crookston at 7-15 and Bemidji State at 8-14. Each team has faced challenges, with UMC recently suffering a loss to a nationally-ranked team, while BSU has a new interim head coach following a mixed performance last week.

State of Play
  • SMSU currently ranks first in the NSIC in digs per set and assists per set.
  • Sydney Thein was named NSIC Setter of the Week for her standout performances, contributing significantly to the team’s success.
What's Next

After these final home matches, SMSU will travel to face Northern State and MSU Moorhead for the regular season's concluding matches on November 15-16. Successful results could improve their seeding for upcoming playoff matches.

Bottom Line

As SMSU approaches the end of the regular season, securing victories in these home matches is crucial for building momentum heading into the playoffs and maintaining their strong legacy in the NSIC.