Get ready for 3rd Annual Dakota Oyate Challenge Girls Volleyball Tournament!

**NOTE**: Happening September 18-19, 2026, at The World's Only Corn Palace in Mitchell, SD. This electrifying two-day event welcomes 14 - high school volleyball teams from across South Dakota and Nebraska.

The tournament format is Round Robin style of play with two pools. We will be playing best of 3 and rally scoring to 25 for the first 2 games and if it goes into the 3rd game, we will play to 25. The tournament will be a single-elimination tournament, at the end of pool play we will be cross-bracketing the top 2 teams in each pool.

Feel the excitement and cheer on your favorites as they spike, set, and serve their way to victory. This is more than just a tournament—it's a celebration of skill, teamwork, and sportsmanship. Perfect for families, fans, and volleyball enthusiasts alike, the Dakota Oyate Challenge promises heart-stopping moments and unforgettable thrills.

Mark your calendars and join us in the heart of Mitchell, where champions rise and legends are made. Don’t miss out on the volleyball event of the year—be there to witness greatness!

Thank you to the Dakota Oyate Challenge Volleyball 2026 Meal Sponsors and contributors!

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