No. 10 Loyola Chicago faces No. 16 Lewis in an important rematch on March 26. Currently, Loyola is third in the Midwestern Intercollegiate Volleyball Association (MIVA) standings while Lewis ranks fifth. The Ramblers recently split their last games, losing to Ohio State but successfully sweeping Northern Kentucky. Loyola tops the league in hitting percentage and is nationally ranked seventh in assists and kills per set. This match is pivotal as both teams continue their pursuit of MIVA standings.

By the Numbers
  • Loyola's hitting percentage is .326, ranking second in the MIVA.
  • Loyola averages 12.75 kills per set, putting them seventh nationally.
  • Lewis has a blocks average of 2.52 per set, ranking second in the MIVA.
  • Senior Daniel Haber leads Lewis with 2.94 kills per set.
Yes, But

While Loyola has had success against Lewis historically, the Flyers rank well defensively, making this rematch competitive. Lewis's strong blocking and low opponent hitting percentage could challenge Loyola's offensive capabilities.

State of Play
  • Loyola Chicago recently swept Lewis in their last encounter, boosting their series advantage to 38-36.
  • The Ramblers have shown offensive firepower with standout performances, particularly from Daniel Fabikovic.
What's Next

Post-match, both teams will look to position themselves favorably as the MIVA playoffs approach, with Loyola aiming for a strong finish to secure a higher seed.

Bottom Line

The Ramblers need to maintain their offensive efficiency and defensive discipline against Lewis to continue their positive momentum and enhance their playoff standing.