One word describes end to Indy Ignite's record-setting season. They're already gearing up for 2027
Coach Lauren Bertolacci was credited for the culture she created in her first season leading the Ignite. A tough loss brought an eagerness for 2027.
FRISCO, TX — For the third season in a row, the top seed of the Major League Volleyball playoffs was upset by the fourth seed in the semifinals. On Thursday night, the Indy Ignite bore the curse. Two teams took different paths to the semifinals, and it was the Ignite who took a 2-1 lead.
But Omaha battled back for a 25-20 win in Set 4, and stormed back from down 8-5 to win 15-13 in a decisive fifth set . “No other word for it than brutal,” Ignite coach Lauren Bertolacci said. “I feel very disappointed for the girls that worked so hard this season.
They deserve to be fighting for a championship. ” In 2025, the Ignite completed the upset against No. 1 Omaha, advancing to the championship.
In 2026, the two squads split their season series 2-2. In the end Thursday, Omaha (15-14) got the last laugh. “They’re a phenomenal team,” interim Supernovas coach Thomas Robson said.