All Roads Lead to the Championship

Fisk (TN)

23-16, 13-2

Dillard (LA)

19-8, 13-1

Final

Fisk (TN) 23-16, 13-2

Dillard (LA) 19-8, 13-1

Photo Credit: J'Brionne Helaire

Nya St. Cyr, 20, celebrating with Gabrielle Washington, 7, after receiving a point from their block. — Photo Credit: J'Brionne Helaire Nya St. Cyr, 20, celebrating with Gabrielle Washington, 7, after receiving a point from their block.

Game Leaders

Fisk (TN)

K: Sydney Willis - 13

B: La'Niyah Lumpkin - 2

D: 2 Players (#3, #5) - 14

SA: 2 Players (#3, #21) - 1

Dillard (LA)

K: Vanae Sapp - 13

B: Gabrielle Washington - 6

D: Vanae Sapp - 15

SA: Vanae Sapp - 5

Team Stats

Fisk (TN)

Dillard (LA)

Hitting %

.118

.327

Blocks

2.0

7.0

Digs

Aces

Full stats

November 12, 2024

SHREVEPORT, LA–In a match-up between Fisk University and Dillard University on November 12, 2024 during the semifinals of the HBCUAC Championship, Dillard came out on top with a 3-0 victory. The scores were 25-19, 25-15, and 25-18 in favor of Dillard.

Fisk struggled to get their offense going as they hit just .118 as a team. Sydney Willis led the team with 13 kills, but it wasn't enough to overcome Dillard's strong performance. Reagan Jones added 8 kills, but the team's overall attack percentage was hindered by errors and strong defensive play by Dillard.

On the other side, Dillard had an impressive hitting percentage of .327, with Vanae Sapp leading the team with 13 kills. The team had a balanced offensive attack with multiple players contributing to the win. Nanyelis Moreno and Tyramae Fautanu had strong performances with 17 and 19 assists respectively.

Overall, Dillard's efficient offense and strong defensive play were key factors in their victory over Fisk. The win improved Dillard's record to 19-8 on the season, leaving them with the championship game today at noon against Talladega.

-Bleu Devils-