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Iowa State volleyball defeats South Dakota State 3-1 in exhibition

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 15, 2026, 1:28 AM

Last updated Aug 15, 2026

Iowa State volleyball defeats South Dakota State 3-1 in exhibition

Summary

Iowa State's volleyball team hosted South Dakota State on August 14, 2026, for their first exhibition match of the season. The Cyclones secured a 3-1 victory, winning sets 27-25, 25-19, and 25-19, with South Dakota State taking one set 22-25. Iowa State hit.247 in the match compared to South Dakota State’s.124. Nayeli Ti’a led Iowa State with 15 kills and 10 digs, while Rachel Van Gorp contributed a match-high 27 digs. The Cyclones will play again on August 22 against Minnesota, seeking to improve their all-time series record against them.

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By the Numbers

•Iowa State won 3-1 against South Dakota State in exhibition match
•Nayeli Ti’a recorded 15 kills and 10 digs
•Rachel Van Gorp had 27 digs, a match high
•Iowa State will face Minnesota on August 22
•Cyclones lead the all-time series 6-1 against Jackrabbits

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The Cyclone volleyball team hosted South Dakota State for the first of their two exhibitions for the 2026 season. Iowa State defeated 2025 NCAA tournament team South Dakota State 3-1 (27-25, 25-19, 22-25, 25-19) Friday night. The Cyclones now lead the Jackrabbits in the all-time series with a 6-1 advantage. Iowa State hit .247 for the match and South Dakota State recorded a .124 hitting […]
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