No. 9 Loyola Chicago ends its regular season with matches against No. 20 Purdue Fort Wayne and No. 7 Ball State. Senior setter Ryan McElligott was named MIVA Offensive Player of the Week after guiding the team to decisive wins over ranked opponents with impressive personal stats. The Ramblers boast strong individual performances and currently rank highly in several statistical categories, marking an overall successful 30th season for the program.

By the Numbers
  • Ryan McElligott registered 58 assists, 6 kills, 5 aces, and 8 digs during back-to-back sweeps.
  • Aidan Klein leads the MIVA with a .514 hitting percentage and ranks 15th nationally.
  • The Ramblers place second in the MIVA in hitting percentage (.324) and third in points (16.66/set).
Yes, But

Though the Ramblers have strong recent performances, Purdue Fort Wayne and Ball State present significant challenges, with both teams holding tough stats and competitive records that could influence the outcome of these matches.

State of Play
  • Purdue Fort Wayne has a season record of 11-10 and is competitive with notable offensive players.
  • Ball State leads the MIVA with a 21-3 record, boasting top players in multiple statistical categories.
What's Next

For the Ramblers, both matches are crucial as they head into the postseason; success here could boost their seeding and momentum in the MIVA tournament.

Bottom Line

The Ramblers need to capitalize on their current form to secure wins against formidable opponents, which will be essential for their postseason prospects and maintaining their reputation as a perennial powerhouse in men's volleyball.