Harrogate, TN -- The Lincoln Memorial women's volleyball team is set to return home to Mary Mars Gymnasium on Tuesday, September 22, to host conference rival Carson-Newman for an exciting Welcome Back Event on LMU Spirit Colors night. Fans are encouraged to pack the stands in their best school colors as the Railsplitters look to put on a dominant display on their home court, seeking their third straight conference victory.
Coming into this matchup, the Railsplitters feature a potent offense led by several standout performers. Kaytlin Johnson anchors the attack with a team-high 133.5 points, averaging 3.42 points and 3.13 kills per set. Georgia Dobson has also been a major offensive force, recording 86.0 total points, 66 kills, and a 1.69 kills-per-set average, complemented by Finley Sparks who chips in 79.5 points and 1.92 kills per set. Laney Inman provides consistent playmaking and efficient scoring with 92.5 points, 81 kills, while Jazmine Starks adds 88.0 points and 67 kills.
Defensively, Lincoln Memorial boasts a well-rounded and tenacious unit anchored at the net and across the back row. Lauren Jacob anchors the defense with 166 digs, averaging 4.26 digs per set. Johnson adds to the defensive effort with 109 total digs, averaging 2.79 digs per set. Finley Sparks adds 76 digs and a strong defensive presence with 11 total blocks. Starks contributes significantly with 19 digs and an impressive team-leading 37 total blocks. Recent Lincoln Memorial record book inductee Lauren Pickett leads the team with 273 assists, recently eclipsing 2,000 career assists, becoming only the ninth player in LMU women's volleyball history to do so.
With key momentum on the line and a thrilling atmosphere expected in Mary Mars Gymnasium, the Railsplitters are primed for a high-stakes showdown against Carson-Newman. Opening serve is scheduled for Tuesday evening as Lincoln Memorial looks to secure a statement victory in front of the home crowd.
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