#6 Lewis University Stuns #3 Lindenwood in Volleyball Upset
#6 Lewis University men鈥檚 volleyball upset #3 Lindenwood, winning 3-0 in the MIVA Tournament. The Flyers improved to 17-13, while the Lions finished at 20-7. Key performances came from Daniel Haber and Cole Sweitzer, who totaled 11 and 10 kills, respectively. Lewis dominated offensively, hitting .392 compared to Lindenwood鈥檚 .141. This victory marks Lewis's continued postseason success against Lindenwood, sitting at 3-0 historically.
By the Numbers- Lewis hit .392 (37-8-74), while Lindenwood hit .141 (30-19-78).
- Daniel Haber recorded 11 kills, with Cole Sweitzer providing 10 kills.
- Lewis established an early lead, going on a 7-2 run to lead 14-6 in the first set.
- In set two, Lewis delivered a hitting performance at .478, dominating Lindenwood, which hit .000.
- The crucial third set featured a comeback from a 15-15 tie, with Lewis securing a 25-22 finish.
The Flyers will face #2 seed Loyola Chicago on April 22, renewing their rivalry. The match is set for 7 p.m. as both teams look to advance further in the tournament.
Bottom LineThis upset highlights the competitiveness in the MIVA playoffs, emphasizing Lewis's ability to overcome higher-seeded teams. A strong performance against Loyola could propel them deeper into the tournament.
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