OMAHA, Neb. (May 15, 2024) – No. 2 seed Omaha pulled off pulled off its first reverse sweep in franchise history with a 20-25, 16-25, 25-18, 25-8, 15-11 five-set win over San Diego in the second semifinal of the Pro Volleyball Federation Championship.
The win sets up a match between Omaha and No. 4 seed Grand Rapids in the Match For A Million Final on Saturday at CHI Health Center in Omaha.
Stephanie Samedy matched the league record for most kills in a match with 30 kills on 61 swings with only five errors for a .410 hitting percentage. It also marks a Supernovas’ franchise record for kills in a match (Bethania De La Cruz, 26). Brooke Nuneviller reached double-digit kills for the first time in four matches with 15 and a match-high 20 digs for her highest total since March 28.
Temi Thomas-Ailara led the scoring effort for the Mojo, collecting 15 points on 11 kills, three blocks and one service ace. Lindsey Vander Weide posted a double-double with 11 kills and 14 digs, while Nootsara Tomkom registered a double-double as well, dishing out 39 assists with 18 digs.
San Diego opened the season with a 1-5 record and at the bottom of the league standings, then won 12 of their last 18 matches overall to climb to third place and earn a spot in the PVF Championship.
The Pro Volleyball Federation Championship continues on Saturday at the CHI Health Center in Omaha. Tickets are on sale now and fans can still purchase tickets for the championship match that will take place this weekend.