The South Dakota Mines Volleyball team has unveiled its 2026 schedule, featuring 14 home matches. Kickstarting the season, the Hardrockers will host the Hardrocker Volleyball Tournament from August 27-29, where they will face teams like Lake Superior State and Jamestown. Following the tournament, they will participate in the Mountain Lion Classic and begin RMAC play shortly after. Key highlights include a Hall of Fame weekend home stand and a closing stretch with several road matches as they gear up for the RMAC and NCAA tournaments in November.

By the Numbers
  • 14 home matches scheduled for the Hardrockers in 2026.
  • Season begins with a tournament on August 27.
State of Play
  • Hardrockers will host the Hardrocker Volleyball Tournament in Rapid City to kick off the season.
  • RMAC regional play begins shortly after the initial tournament, with a mix of home and away matches.
What's Next

Tickets for the matches will be available soon on GoRockers.com, enhancing fan engagement as the season approaches.

Bottom Line

The 2026 volleyball season for South Dakota Mines offers an exciting schedule that could position the team for a successful run in the RMAC and NCAA tournaments.