2026 IHSAA volleyball sectional results, highlights from South Bend area

The 2026 IHSAA volleyball sectional tournament results reveal a competitive South Bend area featuring Penn, Marian, and NorthWood making it to the semi-state round of the state tournament. The first-round matchups in sectionals are scheduled for Thursday and Saturday nights. Penn, with a 27-4 record, is favored to make a deep run in the Mishawaka sectional, while Marian, ranked No. 9, is a favorite in the Bremen sectional.

NorthWood, despite being an underdog at West Noble, has won seven straight sectional titles in Class 3A. The Class 4A Northridge sectional features a strong five-team field, with Warsaw having won four straight sectional titles. The Class 3A Marian Sectional features John Glenn, Culver Academy, New Prairie, South Bend Washington, and Plymouth. All sectional results will be updated after each day of action.