MBA LACROSSE ADVANCES TO STATE CHAMPIONSHIP

MBA Lacrosse will play for the program’s eighth state championship title on Friday when the Big Red face rival McCallie from Chattanooga at Nolensville High School.

Led by head coach Russell McWhirter (’02)—who won a state championship in his first year guiding the program in 2023—MBA defeated MUS on Friday night in front of a lively crowd at Frank Andrews Field. Despite having an earlier postseason game canceled due to a forfeit by the opponent and concerns of rust after the extended rest, the Big Red jumped out to a fast 6-0 lead and never looked back, finishing with a 15-4 win.

Junior Cade Sturdivant scored four goals, including the 100th of his already decorated career, while fellow attackman James Roberts recorded three assists. On the defensive end, Eli Stark was strong in the cage, saving 11 of the 15 shots he faced. William Wade, JT Lane, and Tommy Bartholomew combined to force 10 turnovers from the Owls.

MBA placed an impressive ten individuals on the All-Region team: Eli Stark, William Wade, JT Lane, Tommy Bartholomew, Nik Dave, Will Woodward, Jackson McGuffin, Elias Franks, Cade Sturdivant, and James Roberts. Throughout the season, the Big Red have benefited from contributions across the roster, with team depth emerging as one of their key strengths.

Tickets for Friday’s game, which begins at 4:30 p.m., are available in advance via GoFan.

 

 

Track & Field: MBA won the Division II-AA Middle Region Championship on Friday, led by standout performances from Jack Wallace (800m, 1600m, 3200m), Jackson Reid (300m hurdles), Henry Ambrose (pole vault), Trey Polley (long jump), and John Switzer (high jump), each winning their respective events. Wallace broke his own school record in the 1600m, running the mile in 4:06.19. The 4x800-meter relay team—Charlie Warner, Alex Kaegi, Jack Farringer, and Wynn Humphrey—also set a new regional meet record.

This week, Trey Polley, Henri Perry, and Micah Perry will compete in the State Decathlon (Wednesday and Thursday, 10:00 a.m. at Ensworth High School). The rest of MBA’s qualifiers will compete in the State Championship Meet on May 21 at Middle Tennessee State University in Murfreesboro.

Tennis: MBA claimed another Middle Region title, continuing its dominance in the mid-state and earning a first-round bye in the state tournament. Six players also competed as individuals in the region tournament, securing the top two spots in both singles (Champion: Ethan Caldwell; Runner-up: Daniel Torre) and doubles (Champion: Billy Rennhoff and Baker Rennhoff; Runner-up: Gaurish Sahoo and Hunt Nichols). The Big Red host Knoxville Webb in the state quarterfinals Thursday at 3:30 p.m.

Soccer: MBA finished the regular season with a 12-1 record and earned a first-round bye in the state playoffs. The Big Red went undefeated at home, outscoring opponents 42-2, including 9-0 and 8-0 victories in their final two home matches. MBA will host Father Ryan in the state quarterfinals on Thursday at 6:00 p.m. Tickets available here.