Lenoir-Rhyne and Harding are set to clash in the semifinals, with a spot in the National Championship at stake. Both teams have historical semifinal appearances but no previous encounter with each other. Coaches Jacobs and Simmons boast impressive winning percentages, and each team has a strong playoff history.

By the Numbers
  • Lions won the National Championship in 2017 after beating Harding in the Semifinal 31-17
  • Bears defeated West Chester 42-14 in the 2013 Semifinals but lost the National Championship game 43-28 against Northwest Missouri St.
  • Bears are 11-6 in the Playoffs since 2012, while Harding has an 8-7 All-Time playoff record
  • LR rushed for a record 5,563 yards in 2013, and Harding is close to breaking this total yards record
State of Play
  • Lenoir-Rhyne and Harding are both heading into the semifinals with strong coaching and playoff histories
  • The matchup presents an opportunity for Harding to secure their first Semifinal victory in program history
  • The upcoming game will test whether Lenoir-Rhyne can protect its record for most rushing yards in a season
Bottom Line

Lenoir-Rhyne and Harding are poised for a pivotal showdown in the semifinals, each aiming to secure a place in the National Championship game.