Fayette, Mo. - The Central Methodist Women's Volleyball program will begin its national tournament run with an Opening Round matchup against the Valley City State (N.D.) Vikings Saturday, Nov. 18 at 11:00 a.m. inside Puckett Field House. 

The Vikings will be competing in their first-ever NAIA National Tournament, after earning an at-large bid out of the North Star Conference with an overall record of 22-9 and an 8-4 mark in conference play.

CMU punched its ticket to the national tournament after finishing as the Heart of America Conference Tournament Runner-Up. Entering postseason play, the Eagles' boast an overall record of 22-10 including a 14-3 mark in the Heart of America. Central is making its sixth-straight appearance in the Opening Round, and are aiming to advance to the Final Site for the fifth time in the last six years with a win Saturday.

Fans may purchase tickets online or pay with cash/card at the gate. General admission is $8.00 for adults and $5.00 for students. NAIA passes will be an accepted form of admission when presented at the gate. 

Fans may also watch the game live on the Heart Conference Network and follow along with live stats here. 

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