NCAA Men’s Volleyball Championship: Excitement Builds for 2025 Selections
INDIANAPOLIS – In a thrilling revelation today, the NCAA Men’s Volleyball Committee has officially announced the nine teams set to compete for the prestigious 2025 National Collegiate Men’s Volleyball Championship. As anticipation swells, fans and players alike are ready for the action to unfold.
Opening Round: A Clash of Titans
The journey begins on May 2, when Daemen University will host an electrifying opening match: Daemen (15-12) vs. Penn State (14-15). This contest promises to be a nail-biter as both teams vie for a coveted spot in the quarterfinals, which will commence on May 8.
Quarterfinals: Who Will Stand Tall?
The quarterfinals are stacked with excitement, featuring powerhouse teams:
- Long Beach State (27-3) battles Fort Valley State (16-9)
- Loyola Chicago (25-3) squares off against Pepperdine (20-9)
- The winner of the opening match will take on Hawaii (26-5)
- UCLA (20-6) faces Belmont Abbey (17-8)
With live coverage on ESPN+ and game times set for 11 a.m., 1:30 p.m., 5 p.m., and 7:30 p.m. Eastern time, fans will want to mark their calendars for this exhilarating day.
Semifinals and Championship Match
The championship path continues to the semifinals on May 10, featuring matches at 5 p.m. and 8 p.m. Eastern time. The grand finale will unfold on May 12 at 7 p.m., broadcast live on ESPN2. Will we see a new champion crowned, or can UCLA, the reigning champions, defend their title after a thrilling 3-1 victory over Long Beach State last year?
Automatic Qualifiers and At-Large Selections
The road to the championship features automatic qualification from several strong conferences including:
- Big West Conference
- Conference Carolinas
- Eastern Intercollegiate Volleyball Association
- Midwestern Intercollegiate Volleyball Association
- Mountain Pacific Sports Federation
- Northeast Conference
- Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference
Additionally, two teams have been selected via at-large bids, showcasing the depth of talent in collegiate volleyball.
Stay Updated
For the latest updates, schedules, and results, be sure to bookmark NCAA.com. This championship promises to deliver excitement, high-caliber action, and memorable moments as teams compete for the ultimate prize in men’s volleyball.
Ready, Set, Spike!
As we count down to the opening match, let’s support our teams and athletes in their quest for glory! Will your favorite team make it to the top? The countdown has begun—get ready for a thrilling championship season!
