IUP opened the PSAC Tournament with a straight-sets win over East Stroudsburg, advancing to the semifinals behind a powerful offense and a strong showing at the net. Delaney Concannon led with 17 kills, while Mikalah Kim recorded eight blocks.

By the Numbers
  • IUP won 25-12, 25-16, 26-24.
  • The Crimson Hawks hit .384, with 44 kills and 11 errors.
  • IUP led East Stroudsburg 44-27 in kills, 37-23 in digs and 10-6 in blocks.
  • IUP improved to 22-5; East Stroudsburg finished at 18-11.
Yes, But

East Stroudsburg pushed IUP in the third set, forcing extra points before the Crimson Hawks closed out the sweep, 26-24.

What's Next

IUP plays in the PSAC semifinals Saturday at 3:30 p.m. at the Kovalchick Convention and Athletic Complex. A win would send the Crimson Hawks to Sunday’s 1 p.m. championship match.

Bottom Line

IUP’s efficient offense and edge at the net carried it through a late challenge and into the conference semifinals.