Benson County clinches first state volleyball appearance in co-op history

MAYVILLE — After falling one set short of the state tournament last year, the Benson County Wildcats wanted to make extra sure the same fate didn’t befall them this time around. They made things relatively stress-free on Saturday. “I think we were just super determined to pull it off this time,” Benson County outside hitter Addisyn Faul said. The Wildcats (30-6) won a state qualifier over Hankinson (22-7) in three sets at Mayville State University, with scores of 27-25, 25-13 and 25-19. This is Sheri Stuberg’s third year as Benson County’s head coach. Her team lost in the region tournament in 2024 and the play-in match last year. Now she can say she’s gotten over the hump. “This year, to come out a winner, that’s huge. Our girls deserve it. They work their butts off,” Stuberg said. “I’m thrilled. I couldn’t be happier.

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