Nampa, ID — MSUB narrowly missed becoming GNAC champions, but their strong season performance earned them an at-large bid to the NCAA Tournament. The Yellowjackets will head to Nampa, Idaho, as a five seed in Pod One of the West Regional.
The pod includes MSUB, Point Loma Sea Lions, and the host school Northwest Nazarene Nighthawks. The Nighthawks defeated the Yellowjackets in the GNAC title game last week.
MSUB had 11 players earn all-conference recognition this season, with Manager Derek Waddoups winning Coach of the Year. The Yellowjackets tied the all-time wins record with 32 victories this season and aim to set a new record with their 33rd win.
The Yellowjackets begin West Regional play on Thursday afternoon at 2:00 p.m. in Nampa against Point Loma. The Sea Lions are looking to secure their third regional title in the last four years.