PRAIRIE VIEW, TX --  In an impressive league clash inside the William J. Nicks Building Prairie View A&M University's volleyball team delivered a dominant performance, sweeping the Alcorn State Lady Braves with a definitive 3-0 scoreline on Monday night.. The victory not only shines a spotlight on their robust form but also keeps their Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) record spotless at 3-0.

The match opened with Prairie View setting a vigorous pace, securing the first set at 25-12. They maintained their momentum through the second set with a score of 25-14, and concluded the clash decisively at 25-9 in the third set. Key players like Kylee Owens, who notched several critical kills, and Janyah Henderson, known for her substantial blocks, were instrumental in the win. Their contributions unmistakably spurred the team on to maintain their intensity throughout the game.

The lineup showcased depth with commendable performances across the board. Leah Lawson demonstrated versatility, leading assists while clinching critical aces. The defensive efforts were spearheaded by players such as Leila Smalls and Jaqueline Nino, who were pivotal in digs, contributing significantly to the team's robust defensive setup.

Looking forward, Prairie View A&M's next confrontation is scheduled against non-conference foe Texas A&M Corpus Christi at the Babydome on October 3, 2024 for a 6:30 pm first serve. The team aims to leverage their current momentum to enhance their overall season record of 6-11. This upcoming game promises to be a crucial juncture as they continue to assert their prowess in the SWAC standings.

Owens finished with nine kills on the day to lead the Lady Panthers offense while finishing with a hitting percentage of .4. got nine digs from Nino along with nine blocks from Henderson to lead them defensively.

Game Notes

» Owens had a match-high two aces in the win.
» Henderson had a match-high nine blocks.
» The Prairie View A&M front row did a great job defensively, picking up 11 blocks in the match.
» Prairie View A&M never trailed on the way to winning the third set 25-9.
» Owens had a match-high nine kills for Prairie View A&M.
» Prairie View A&M got a team-high nine digs from Nino.
» Prairie View A&M attackers were helped by a match-high 17 assists from Lawson.

How It Happened

SET 1 | The Lady Panthers grabbed control of the set-one lead at 2-1 and never trailed to win 25-12. Prairie View A&M opened up its biggest lead, 13 points, to close out the set. Prairie View A&M also supplemented their offense with four aces in the opening set. got a solid defensive performance from a front row that blocked five Alcorn State attacks in the stanza.

SET 2 | After their win in the first set, Prairie View A&M put themselves on the cusp of a sweep with a 25-14 victory in set number two. The Lady Panthers grabbed the advantage for good at 9-8 in a set that had just one lead change before Prairie View A&M took over the lead.

SET 3 | Prairie View A&M closed the match in a 3-0 sweep after taking set three. The Lady Panthers led from the opening point on in the set to secure a 25-9 victory. Prairie View A&M ended on a high note, claiming its biggest lead, 16 points, to finish off the set. Prairie View A&M's front row had a solid defensive performance, blocking four Alcorn State attacks in the stanza.