Lakeland University鈥檚 men鈥檚 volleyball team secured their postseason hopes with a decisive three-set victory over Marian University, keeping them in contention for the Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference (NACC) tournament. The Muskies triumphed 25-17, 25-22, 25-18, marking their ninth win of the season and improving their record to 9-15, their best since 2019. They are now positioned to qualify for the NACC tournament, needing a win against Concordia University Wisconsin in their final regular season match. The team displayed dominance throughout the match, showcasing strong individual performances and teamwork.

By the Numbers
  • Lakeland鈥檚 record improved to 9-15 overall, their best since 2019.
  • Sage Xiong had 12 kills with a .524 hitting percentage and two service aces.
State of Play
  • Lakeland is currently 4-7 in the NACC and must win their final match to secure a tournament spot.
  • Marian University stands at 6-17 overall and 2-9 in the NACC.
What's Next

The Muskies face Concordia University Wisconsin in a critical final match, where a win will clinch their spot in the eight-team NACC tournament.

Bottom Line

Lakeland鈥檚 successful sweep against Marian not only boosts their confidence but places them on the brink of postseason play, emphasizing the importance of their upcoming match for their tournament aspirations.