Karlyssa Noecker, Katelyn Dickes and Alexis Steffen tallied 8 kills each to lead Hartington Cedar Catholic to a state semifinal win over Hastings St. Cecilia and a berth in Saturday's state championship.
Arika Kitten had a team-high 10 kills for Hastings St. Cecilia in the loss. Olivia Thomas added 8 kills for the Hawkettes.
Hartington Cedar Catholic (30-5) meets Lutheran High Northeast at 11 a.m. on Saturday at the Heartland Events Center.