Notre Dame rallies to defeat Beechwood for fifth straight Ninth Region title
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Last updated Oct 30, 2026
Notre Dame completed an impressive comeback against Beechwood in the Ninth Region title game on October 29, winning by scores of 24-26, 22-25, 25-13, 25-14, and 15-10. After starting the postseason with a 20-11 record, the Pandas faced a do-or-die mentality after losing the first two sets. Teagan Kondik was named tournament MVP, finishing the match with 27 kills. Co-coach Madison Salkowski emphasized the team's preparation and resilience in overcoming adversity throughout the season, particularly in the high-stakes atmosphere of the final match. Notre Dame's performance allowed them to secure their fifth consecutive Ninth Region championship.
- •Notre Dame finished the match with a comeback after losing the first two sets.
- •Teagan Kondik had a match-high 27 kills to lead the Pandas.
- •The match went to five sets, showcasing dramatic momentum shifts.
- •Notre Dame entered the postseason with a 20-11 record.
- •The Pandas faced tough competition throughout the tournament.
- 4:28 AMYahoo Sports — Notre Dame completes comeback against Beechwood, Ninth Region 5-peat
"The Ninth Region title game went to five sets for the second straight year. This time, Notre Dame used an epic comeback to win a fifth straight title.
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