(5) NDCL vs (1) Toledo St. Ursula What: Division III regional final When: 2 p.m., Nov. 2 Where: Norwalk, 350 Shady Lane Drive, Norwalk Records: NDCL (19-7), Toledo St. Ursula (14-11) NDCL’s path: Def. Garrett Morgan 3-0, def. Madison 3-0, def. Kenston 3-1, def. CVCA 3-2 Toledo St. Ursula’s path: Def. Rogers 3-0, def. Toledo CC 3-0, def. Toledo Notre Dame 3-1, def. Shawnee 3-1 On deck: Winner advances to play (1) Akron Hoban or (2) Gilmour in a state semifinal Nov. 7 at Northmont. For the record: One team with blue and yellow team colors will be in the state round. The Lions’ youth and learning of big-game challenges was on display against CVCA. But NDCL prevailed in large part thanks to its diverse attack. With a mix of experience and youth with seniors such as McKenna Morrison and Marissa Brock and underclassmen Tora Forte and Frankie Brkic. The two middles of Ava Hills and Grace Gaeta have also been strong this postseason run, including Hills’ nine blocks in the regional semifinal. The receiving game of Abby Tolin and Grace Daniels among others has also been a strength in the season. … While the Arrows’ record may not stand out, much like other elite-eight teams, they’ve played a challenging schedule to be ready for the postseason. Ursula is led by the junior trio of Mia Hasty, Kayla Campbell and Molly Malone, who all average over two kills a set. The back row is anchored by senior Devin Dzienny with 3.7 digs and junior Ellie Panczyszyn running the offense with 8.2 assists. Malone is also strong on the block with 0.8 per set. While the numbers aren’t as high as other players bolster, they have the ability to wear opponents down for the victory. Hercik’s pick: NDCL