The excitement is building as men’s college volleyball teams prepare for the upcoming NCAA tournament. In this roundup, we’ll take a closer look at the matchups and storylines that will define the final weekend. From Division I to Division III and NAIA, the competition promises to be fierce as teams vie for the coveted championship title.
Division I
Play-In – Ohio State vs. King (Tenn.)
The tournament kicks off with an exciting play-in match between Ohio State and King (Tenn.). Ohio State secured an automatic bid after a convincing victory in the MVIA Tournament, while King earned their spot with an impressive performance in the Conference Carolinas Tournament.
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Ohio State NTDP Athletes: Jacob Pasteur, Kyle Teune, Shane Wetzel, Niko Williams, Ben Braun
Quarterfinal – Long Beach State vs. Grand Canyon
Long Beach State, fresh off a share of the Big West regular season title, faces Grand Canyon in a thrilling quarterfinal matchup. With a strong regular season that included victories over ranked opponents, both teams are eager to make their mark in the tournament.
LBSU NTDP Athletes: Mason Briggs, Chris Connelly, Clarke Godbold, Nathan Harlan, Dane Hillis, Shane Holdaway, Aidan Knipe, Spencer Olivier, Sebastian Rodriguez
GCU NTDP Athletes: Camden Gianni, Jonah Gilbert, Jordan Lucas, Rico Wardlow
Quarterfinal – Penn State vs. winner of Ohio State/King
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Penn State, winners of the EIVA Tournament, are looking to continue their success in the quarterfinals. With an automatic qualifier in hand, they await the winner of the play-in match between Ohio State and King.
Penn State NTDP Athletes: Cole Bogner, Toby Ezeonu, Cal Fisher, Blainey Jones, Canyon Tuman, Michael Valenzi, Brett Wildman
Semifinal – Hawaii vs. Penn State/Ohio State/King
Hawaii, the two-time defending national champions, enter the tournament as the team to beat. With their eyes set on a historic three-peat, they will face the winner of the quarterfinal match between Penn State and the Ohio State/King matchup.
Semifinal – UCLA vs. LBSU/GCU
UCLA, fueled by their victory in the MPSF Tournament, is determined to make a statement in the semifinals. With a rich history in the sport, they will face either Long Beach State or Grand Canyon for a chance to advance to the championship game.
UCLA NTDP Athletes: Ethan Champlin, Alex Knight, Merrick McHenry, J.R. Norris IV, Cole Pender, Zach Rama, Andrew Rowan, Grant Sloane
Division III
The Division III Men’s Championship has already seen some impressive performances in the opening weekend. Vassar and North Central (IL) will clash in the semifinals, while Stevens takes on Messiah in the other matchup. Both games promise to be intense battles as these teams vie for a shot at the championship.
NAIA
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In the NAIA Championship, the Vanguard Lions emerged victorious after a hard-fought battle against Benedictine Mesa. Vanguard’s first-ever appearance in the final culminated in a title victory, with Kyle Anema earning the Tournament MVP accolade.
Vanguard NTDP Athletes: Ryan Smith and Kyle Anema
FAQs
What is the format of the NCAA men’s volleyball tournament?
The NCAA men’s volleyball tournament is divided into divisions, with teams competing in a single-elimination format to determine the champion of each division. The tournament features play-in rounds, quarterfinals, semifinals, and ultimately, the championship game.
Who are the top contenders in the tournament?
Hawaii and UCLA are considered the frontrunners in Division I, with both teams boasting strong performances throughout the season and rich histories in the sport. In Division III, Vassar and Stevens have shown their prowess and are expected to put up a tough fight for the championship title. Vanguard is the team to watch in the NAIA Championship, having secured their first-ever title win.
Summary
As the NCAA men’s volleyball tournament approaches, teams are gearing up for intense battles on the court. From Division I to Division III and NAIA, the competition promises to be fierce. Hawaii and UCLA lead the pack in Division I, while Vassar and Stevens dominate in Division III. Vanguard looks to make their mark in the NAIA Championship. Stay tuned for thrilling matchups, surprising upsets, and exceptional performances as these teams vie for glory in the world of men’s college volleyball.
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