Penn State Advances to NCAA Quarterfinals Against Hawaii

Penn State men's volleyball secured a spot in the NCAA Tournament quarterfinals by sweeping Daemen in a play-in match, continuing their postseason momentum after overcoming a challenging regular season and clinching the EIVA championship with consecutive sweeps. The Nittany Lions, who started the year with a losing record and significant roster changes, rallied late in the season, led by standout performances from Matthew Luoma. Their victory over Daemen sets up a quarterfinal clash against No. 2 seed Hawaii, a team they previously lost to in the Outrigger Invitational. Despite adversity, including a heavy road schedule and the loss of key starters, Penn State demonstrated resilience by winning the EIVA title for the 37th time. Hawaii, meanwhile, enters the matchup with strong form, having swept Penn State earlier in the year and boasting several All-Big West honorees. The upcoming quarterfinal will be held at Ohio State's Covelli Center, marking Hawaii's return to the site of their 2021 national championship win.