No. 10 Loyola Chicago defeated No. 16 Lewis in four sets (29-27, 25-23, 16-25, 25-22) on March 26, improving their overall record to 15-6 and MIVA record to 9-3. Junior outside hitter Daniel Fabikovic led the team with 11 kills, while redshirt sophomore Tyler Howard contributed 10 kills and a career-high four blocks. The match showcased a strong defensive effort, particularly from junior middle Aidan Klein, who had six blocks. Coach Shane Davis praised the team's performance and expressed excitement for upcoming home matches.

By the Numbers
  • Loyola's Daniel Fabikovic recorded 11 kills, hitting .450.
  • Freshman Oskar Berg Mikkelsen achieved a career-high of nine kills while hitting .375.
State of Play
  • Loyola Chicago's win places them solidly in the MIVA standings at 9-3.
  • The Ramblers have successfully secured a rivalry win, boosting team morale as they look ahead to their next matches.
What's Next

Loyola Chicago will return to home court for their last two regular-season matches, facing No. 12 McKendree on April 2 and No. 11 Lindenwood on April 4, which are crucial for their playoff positioning.

Bottom Line

The Ramblers demonstrated resilience and teamwork against Lewis, setting them up for a strong finish to the regular season. With continuing momentum, they should aim to maintain their winning streak in upcoming matches.