Lindenwood Men's Volleyball saw their season end with a 3-0 loss to Lewis in the MIVA Tournament Quarterfinals. The Lions struggled offensively with a combined hitting percentage of .141, despite Owen Walsh leading the team with nine kills. Lewis dominated early in all three sets, showcasing a strong defense with 5.5 blocks in the first set and finding consistent offensive rhythm throughout the match. Although Lindenwood made a strong push in the third set, they ultimately couldn't secure a win, concluding the match 25-22. The Lions achieved historical milestones despite the defeat, including setting records for the most wins in both a single season and MIVA play.

By the Numbers
  • Lindenwood had a hitting percentage of .141 across the match.
  • Owen Walsh recorded nine kills with a hitting percentage of .667.
  • The team set a record with 20 total wins and 11 MIVA wins this season.
  • Zach Solomon achieved a season total of 54 service aces, a record for the NCAA era.
State of Play
  • Lindenwood ended the season with a record of 20-7 and 11-5 conference play.
  • The Lions had four players recognized with postseason MIVA awards.
  • 2026 marked the most ranked wins for Lindenwood since 2024, with seven wins against ranked opponents.
What's Next

Looking ahead to 2027, Lindenwood aims to build on a historic season and leverage their record-setting performance as momentum for future success. The team will focus on strengthening their offense and defense to improve their tournament positioning next season.

Bottom Line

Although the loss marks an abrupt end to their season, the achievements and records set by Lindenwood illustrate a strong foundation for future growth. The Lions have demonstrated their potential and will seek to enhance their performance in the coming year.