Mitchell Kennedy Captured the 2016 NCAA Division III Tournament title

2016 Apr 25

Mitchell Kennedy of Penfield, NY took home the 2016 NCAA Championship as part of the SUNY New Paltz Men's Volleyball team.

For the first time in program history, the top-ranked New Paltz men's volleyball team has captured the NCAA Division III Tournament title, defeating No. 2 Springfield College, 3-1 (25-18, 25-23, 23-25, 26-24), in the championship match on Sunday afternoon at Nazareth College's Kidera Gymnasium. The win also marks the first NCAA title for any New Paltz team.

The Hawks conclude the 2016 season with a 33-2 overall record and a 30-0 mark against Division III teams.