Lincoln Memorial men's lacrosse concluded its 2026 season with a loss to the #3 seed Lenoir-Rhyne in the SAC Tournament Quarterfinals, finishing 9-14. Lenoir-Rhyne dominated early, leading 20-1 at halftime, but LMU rallied in the fourth quarter with five goals. Alex Winters stood out with three goals, while Gavin Reid and Dakota Ayres contributed significantly to the scoring. Despite a strong effort in the final quarter, the Railsplitters ended their season with an 8-9 overall record.

By the Numbers
  • LMU had a total of 23 shots, with 13 on goal.
  • Lincoln Memorial finished the season with an 8-9 record, including 6-2 at home.
State of Play
  • The team made its first SAC Tournament appearance since 2023.
  • The fourth quarter was the highest scoring for LMU, with five goals scored.
What's Next

The Railsplitters will focus on rebuilding and preparing for next season, aiming to improve their overall performance and return to the SAC Tournament. Strengthening team dynamics and refining strategies will be crucial in the offseason.

Bottom Line

Despite the disappointing end, LMU men鈥檚 lacrosse has laid a foundation for future success with this season's performance marking an important step in their development and competitiveness as a program.