TEMPE, AZ --The Prairie View A&M University Panthers took on Arizona State in a struggling encounter in Tempe, AZ, where they were defeated 3-0 today. The game unfolded in straight sets with Arizona St. showcasing dominance with scores of 25-7, 25-15, and 25-17, respectively for each set.

Despite the tough scores, the team's efforts shone through individual performances. Kylee Owens, Leila Smalls, and Janyah Henderson topped the charts in kills, showcasing their attacking capabilities. The defensive effort was spearheaded by Janyah Henderson, Kiersten Atkinson, and Aliyah Levert, who were the leading players in blocks. Digs were consistently managed by Jacqueline Niño, Owens, and Levert - demonstrating their resilience and quick adaptations during play. Prairie View's strategic setups were aided by Leah Lawson, Leila Smalls, MaKinzie Taplin, and Jacqueline Niño who led in assists, setting the pace and attempting to orchestrate a comeback.

Game Notes

» Kylee Owens had a team-high six kills for Prairie View A&M.
» Prairie View A&M got a team-high 12 digs from Kylee Owens.
» Prairie View A&M attackers were helped by a team-high nine assists from Leah Lawson.

How It Happened

SET 1 | The Lady Panthers found themselves in an early deficit, losing a tough first set 25-7. Prairie View A&M trailed by as many as 18 points as Arizona State grabbed the advantage for good at 2-1 in a set that was tied up just once before the Sun Devils took control.

SET 2 | Prairie View A&M lost set two 25-15, digging a 2-0 hole in the match. Prairie View A&M trailed by as many as 10 points as Arizona State grabbed the advantage for good at 10-9 in a set that was knotted up seven times before the Sun Devils took over the lead.

SET 3 | Prairie View A&M was not able to win set three and was swept by Arizona State. The Lady Panthers lost the first point and never clawed back into the lead before losing the set 25-17.

After this match, Prairie View A&M University stands at a record of 2-10. Looking forward, they remain in Tempe for their next competitions tomorrow, facing a double header against Memphis at 1pm followed by Montana State at 6pm.