Rapid City Stevens Sweeps Sturgis in Volleyball

The Raiders secured a three-set victory over the Scoopers at Naasz Gymnasium.

Updated on Oct. 28, 2026 in Volleyball

Rapid City Stevens Sweeps Sturgis in Volleyball

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Rapid City Stevens defeated Sturgis in three straight sets to improve their season record to 24-7. In a separate match at Naasz Gymnasium, Rapid City Central broke a nine-match losing streak by topping Spearfish in five sets.

Why it matters

These victories have significant implications for the Class AA standings as teams jockey for position in the final weeks of the regular season. The results provide momentum for local squads heading into the final stretch of play.

Rapid City Stevens holds a 6th-place ranking in Class AA, while Sturgis sits at 14th with a 15-19 overall record. Rapid City Central improved to 12-18 after their five-set victory against 10-20 Spearfish.

The players

Rapid City Stevens

A high school volleyball program based in Rapid City that is currently ranked sixth in Class AA.

Rapid City Central

A Rapid City high school athletic program that competes in Class AA and recently ended a nine-match losing streak.

The details

Stevens dominated their match with set scores of 25-20, 25-12, and 25-15. Rapid City Central secured their win with set scores of 25-10, 17-25, 25-22, 20-25, and 15-11.

October 27, 2026: Rapid City Stevens and Rapid City Central played their respective matches.

Season Trajectory

These results directly impact the postseason path as teams fight for favorable positioning in the Class AA tournament bracket. With only two weeks left in the regular season, these wins mark a critical shift for teams like Central looking to build momentum.

Rapid City Central’s win breaks a nine-match drought, significantly altering their momentum heading into the final two weeks of play. Stevens continues to solidify their status as a top-six program, which will likely determine their higher seed in the upcoming Class AA tournament.

The takeaway

Maintaining consistency in the final weeks of the regular season is essential for high school volleyball programs aiming for a deep playoff run. Teams that successfully navigate these final matches are better positioned to secure higher seeds in their respective classes.