Fairmont State won the Mountain East Conference volleyball championship, beating Wheeling in five sets at home. The Falcons claimed the title after dominating the first two sets, weathering a Wheeling comeback, then closing out the match in the fifth. The win also secured Fairmont State an automatic bid to the NCAA Division II tournament.

By the Numbers
  • Fairmont State won 3-2, with set scores of 25-9, 25-14, 13-25, 20-25 and 15-10.
  • The Falcons recorded 56 kills, a .189 hitting percentage, 14 blocks and 7 aces; Wheeling hit .134.
  • Josie Nobbe led Fairmont State with 18 kills; Grace Devall had a team-high 21 digs.
Yes, But

Fairmont State appeared in control after winning the first two sets decisively, but Wheeling rallied to take the next two and force a deciding set. The Falcons responded under pressure, holding off late Cardinals runs to secure the championship.

What's Next

The NCAA Division II volleyball selection show is scheduled for Sunday, Nov. 15, at 10 p.m. ET on NCAA.com, where Fairmont State will learn its tournament draw.

Bottom Line

Fairmont State turned a strong start into a championship despite Wheeling’s comeback—and now advances to the national tournament with the MEC’s automatic bid.