Lees-McRae men's volleyball players Ben Fincham and Davide Nicolini received All-Conference honors from Conference Carolinas. Nicolini earned Freshman of the Year and first-team honors, leading the team with 288 kills and a hitting percentage of .215. Fincham, who transitioned to Opposite Hitter, was named to the third team, contributing 246 kills and 53 blocks. Coach Sam Albus was recognized as Coach of the Year for the second time after guiding the team to a 7-7 league record. The season concluded with a semifinal appearance in the 2026 Conference Carolinas Men's Volleyball Championship, marking the program's first postseason win since 2013.

By the Numbers
  • Nicolini recorded 288 total kills and 353 points in his freshman season.
  • Fincham collected 246 total kills while making 53 blocks.
Yes, But

While the team showed improvement with their postseason win, they finished the season with a 13-16 record, indicating room for growth in future competitions.

State of Play
  • The Bobcats concluded their season in the semifinals of the Conference Carolinas Championship.
  • The recognition reflects significant individual achievements, enhancing the team's visibility in the conference.
What's Next

With a solid foundation including standout players like Nicolini and Fincham, the Bobcats will aim to build on this season's successes and improve their overall record in the upcoming year.

Bottom Line

Lees-McRae's recent accolades highlight a promising future for the team, showing that they are on the right track to enhance their competitiveness in the conference.