St. Thomas More Volleyball Advances to SODAK 16 After Dominant Playoff Win
The St. Thomas More (STM) volleyball team from Rapid City, South Dakota, has advanced to the SODAK 16 after defeating Custer 3-0 in the Region 8A playoffs.

Rapid City, SD, November 5, 2026 — The St. Thomas More (STM) volleyball team has secured a spot in the upcoming SODAK 16 tournament, marking a significant achievement in their postseason run. The Rapid City-based team advanced by decisively defeating their opponent, Custer, with a clean sweep of 3-0 in the Region 8A playoffs. This victory propels the STM volleyball program further into the competitive state tournament bracket.
The Region 8A playoffs serve as a crucial stepping stone for teams aiming to compete at the state level. By winning their regional matchup against Custer, the STM Cavaliers have demonstrated strong performance and readiness for the higher stakes of the SODAK 16. The precise date and location for the SODAK 16 tournament were not provided in the summary.
Further details regarding the individual set scores, player statistics, or the specific stages of the SODAK 16 tournament were not available. The team’s advancement signifies their continued success in high school volleyball competition within South Dakota. The summary does not specify any subsequent matches or the overall outcome of the playoff series beyond this advancement.
Story summarized from the original created by Vic Quick on www.kotatv.com, see more information here.
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