MINOT, N.D. - Minot State is headed to Minnesota this weekend for two NSIC match-ups. On Friday October 11, the Beavers take on Minnesota State University, Mankato at 5:00 pm (originally 6:00 pm) in Mankato, Minnesota. Following Friday's match-up, the Beavers will be headed to Marshall, Minnesota where they will take on #7 Southwest Minnesota State University on Saturday October 12 at 1:00 pm.

The Beavers have had a tough schedule to start the season as this week is the fourth week in a row where Minot State is facing a nationally ranked team. Minnesota State University, Mankato will be a competitive match-up for the Beavers, but the toughest match-up this week will be the rematch against #7 Southwest Minnesota State University. The Beavers took on #7 Southwest Minnesota State University back on September 20, 2024 to open up NSIC play. That match resulted in a victory for #7 Southwest Minnesota State University. Historically, Minnesota State University, Mankato has also provided tough competition for the Beavers as Minnesota State University, Mankato currently holds 15 victories over Minot State. The most recent match-up between the two teams resulted in a victory for Minnesota State University, Mankato back on November 3, 2023. 

Players to watch:

Minot State:
Paulina Kowalska: 104 kills on the season
Kelci Madrid: 114 digs on the season
Emily Barker: 159 assists on the season

Minnesota State University, Mankato:
Toryn Richards: 139 kills on the season
Ellie Kline: 175 digs on the season
Brooke Bolwerk: 273 assists on the season

#7 Southwest Minnesota State University:
Saari Kuehl: 198 kills on the season
McKenzie Tolk: 310 digs on the season
Sydney Thein: 671 assists on the season

Following this weekend's match-ups, the Beavers will be headed to Bismarck, North Dakota for a midweek match-up that will see them in action against the University of Mary on Thursday October 17 at 6:00 pm.