TTA BENA, Miss. | The Grambling State University women's volleyball team secured a dominant 3-0 (25-23, 25-12, 25-19) victory over Mississippi Valley State on Monday night at the Harrison HPER Complex. With the win, the Lady Tigers improved their season record to 8-13 overall and 4-5 in SWAC play, while the Devilettes fell to 3-12, 2-6 SWAC. 

How It Happened: 

• Set 1: The opening set saw a tight battle, with seven ties and six lead changes. Grambling edged out a 25-23 win, fueled by consistent attacking from Essence Allen and Lauryn Bourne. 

• Set 2: Grambling took complete control in the second set, hitting .222 as a team while limiting Mississippi Valley to a .056 hitting percentage. The Lady Tigers cruised to a 25-12 victory. 

• Set 3: Despite a resilient effort from Mississippi Valley, Grambling closed the match with a 25-19 win, securing the sweep. 

INSIDE THE NUMBERS: 

• Essence Allen led Grambling with 8 kills, hitting .286, and added 12 digs. 

• Lauryn Bourne contributed 9 kills, a service ace, and 9 digs. 

• Kai Williams showcased efficiency, hitting .500 with 6 kills and 3 digs. 

UP NEXT 

The Lady Tigers aim to build on their victory as they travel to Bethune-Cookman on Sunday, October 27, at 11 a.m. 

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