INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. – South Dakota Mines Volleyball moved to #8 in the most recent NPI South Central Region rankings.
The Hardrockers fell to #8 after being ranked #7 last week. St. Edward's moved up to #7 with their 56.327 NPI value, while the Rockers sit at 56.238.
Ahead of the Hardrockers are Angelo State, Colorado School of Mines, Dallas Baptist, Colorado Mesa, MSU Denver, UT Tyler and St Edward's. UCCS sits behind the Rockers with their 55.299 NPI value.
The NPI ranking system is used to evaluate team performance and took the place of the Regional Advisory Committees this season. The two conference champions between the RMAC and LSC along with the remaining top six institutions, based on the NPI rankings, will earn a spot in the NCAA Tournament.
South Dakota Mines hits the road with an 18-6 overall record and 8-4 RMAC record. Their 18 wins ties their NCAA DII record set in 2023 and 2024. The Rockers are also RMAC Tournament bound for the first time since 2024.
The NPI rankings will be updated daily until the NCAA DII selection show.
What's Next
The Hardrockers are set to close out the regular season this weekend at Westminster on Friday and (RV) Colorado Mesa on Saturday.
