The Queens University men's volleyball team staged a dramatic comeback against Lindenwood, rallying from two sets down to force a decisive fifth set. Despite their efforts, they narrowly lost the match 3-2, with scores of 20-25, 18-25, 25-20, 25-22, and 13-15. Queens showcased resilience, especially impacting performance in the third and fourth sets, but fell short in the final set, allowing Lindenwood to secure victory.

By the Numbers
  • Queens totaled 58 kills with a hitting percentage of .304 throughout the match.
  • Chance Shampine led all players with 18 kills, while Caden Ledbetter hit .625 with 11 kills.
Yes, But

The Royals showed marked improvement after struggling in the first two sets, indicating potential for growth despite the loss.

State of Play
  • Queens is now 6-15 overall and 1-11 in the Midwestern Intercollegiate Volleyball Association (MIVA).
  • Lindenwood improves to 17-3 and maintains an 8-2 MIVA record.
What's Next

Queens will aim to gain momentum in their upcoming match against Northern Kentucky University (NKU) on the road next week.

Bottom Line

Despite the loss, Queens' ability to come back and take the match to five sets demonstrates their fighting spirit and signifies a positive trajectory as they continue to compete in conference play.