Lincoln Memorial University opens the IVA Championship on April 17, facing Tusculum in the semifinals at Barry University, Miami. The match starts at 2 p.m. Eastern, with the winner advancing to the final on Saturday. The Railsplitters, holding a 15-6 record, seek their eighth consecutive IVA title, following a strong performance in regular-season play. Axel van Baars and Inbar Shachar were recognized with top conference awards as Player of the Year and Setter of the Year, respectively. This semifinal is the third clash of the season between the teams, with LMU holding a 2-0 advantage in previous matches.

By the Numbers
  • Lincoln Memorial has a 15-6 overall record this season.
  • The Railsplitters have won seven consecutive IVA Championships.
State of Play
  • LMU is riding momentum from a recent 3-1 victory over Tusculum on April 11.
  • Tusculum improved to 15-9 after defeating Merrimack in the quarterfinals.
What's Next

The winner of the semifinal will advance to face off in the championship match on Saturday at 3 p.m., continuing the pursuit of the IVA title.

Bottom Line

The Railsplitters' experience and strong recent performance position them favorably as they attempt to extend their championship streak against a competitive Tusculum squad.