Lynn University challenges six NCAA Division I schools to showdown

BOCA RATON, Fla., June 15, 2017/PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Lynn University Athletic Director Devin Crosby has invited six NCAA Division I schools to take on the Division II Fighting Knights during the 2017–18 season. Dubbed the South Florida Showdown, the nine-game series will be hosted by Lynn beginning in August.

"Lynn University's innovative thinking and overall success reflects our culture of spirit, service and strength. Our 23 national championships, agility to host the presidential debate and iPad learning environment is a byproduct of our Lynn mission," says Crosby. "The South Florida Showdown is a platform for us to compete at the highest level of the NCAA while displaying our university attributes and having fun."

Game days will be decked out with a sunny Florida tailgate party, adidas giveaways and entertainment. Crosby and Lynn President Kevin M. Ross have also proposed friendly wagers against their peers. For instance, the losing team's president must pose in the winning team's jersey for a social media photo.

The South Florida Showdown schedule is as follows:

Games are free and open to the public. With the exception of men's golf, which will be played at nearby Seagate Country Club, the games will take place at Lynn at 3601 North Military Trail in Boca Raton, Florida.

About the Fighting Knights
Lynn University's national champion Fighting Knights compete in baseball, basketball, cross country, golf, lacrosse, softball, soccer, swimming, tennis, track and volleyball. The university's 15 intercollegiate teams are home to nearly 300 student athletes. Lynn is a National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division II institution and winner of 23 national championships and 38 Sunshine State Conference titles. Representing spirit, service and strength, the Fighting Knights strive for greatness through athletic performance and academic excellence. For more information, visit lynnfightingknights.com.

Contact: Chad M. Beattie, +1 (561) 237-7341, cbeattie@lynn.edu 

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