Rosemount at North St. Paul
7 p.m., Tuesday, Aug. 26

Rosemount hasn’t been to the state volleyball tournament since making its only appearance in 1988, but the arrow is pointing up. The Irish haven’t had an easy path, recently residing in the same section as Lakeville North and Eagan (who have combined to win three of the last four Class 3A titles). With junior setter Erin Slinde and junior outside hitter Brittany McLean, the Irish have two young veterans who have started since they were eighth-graders.

Meanwhile, North St. Paul has never reached the tournament, but is coming off a 21-victory season and has a veteran team led by Nevena Vukomanovich, Holly Ellwanger, Clara Krenz and Gabbie Cave, all seniors.