Lincoln Memorial University's men's volleyball team advanced to the IVA Championship match after a thrilling five-set victory over Tusculum. The Railsplitters secured a 3-2 win, with set scores of 25-19, 21-25, 21-25, 25-19, and 15-10. This victory brings their season record to 16-6 as they pursue their eighth consecutive league title, with the championship match set for Saturday at 3 PM against the winner of Barry-Catawba.

By the Numbers
  • LMU achieved a total of 60 kills during the match.
  • Johan Negron led the Railsplitters with 25 kills, hitting .465.
State of Play
  • The Railsplitters came out strong, hitting .310 in the first set.
  • Tusculum responded with efficient hitting of .414 and .297 in the second and third sets.
  • LMU forced a decisive fifth set by hitting .395 in the fourth.
What's Next

Lincoln Memorial is set to compete for the IVA Championship on Saturday, April 18, aiming for their eighth consecutive title against a yet-to-be-determined opponent.

Bottom Line

The Railsplitters' strong performance and resilience in the semifinals pose a promising outlook for their chances at continued success in the upcoming championship match.