In a disappointing match, Dakota State (S.D.) volleyball team suffered its first loss of the 2026 season, falling to College of Saint Mary (Neb.) in three straight sets with scores of 25-23, 25-17, and 25-13. Despite an early lead in the first set, the Trojans struggled offensively, finishing with a hitting percentage of minus-.178. This defeat dropped DSU's record to 3-1 while CSM improved to 5-2.

By the Numbers
  • DSU recorded 18 kills against 36 attack errors, hitting -.178.
  • College of Saint Mary had 24 kills versus 16 errors, resulting in a .090 hitting percentage.
State of Play
  • DSU held an early 9-2 lead in the first set but lost ground as CSM rallied.
  • The Trojans struggled significantly in the second and third sets, hitting .235 and .226 respectively.
What's Next

Looking to rebound, Dakota State will face Dordt (Iowa) in their next match, seeking to improve their overall performance against another Great Plains Athletic Conference opponent.

Bottom Line

The loss against College of Saint Mary highlights Dakota State's need for improved offensive effectiveness as they aim to get back on track in the upcoming match against Dordt.