Dillard Adds another Victory to the Record
PINEVILLE, LA– Dillard University showcased their prowess on the volleyball court with a commanding 3-0 victory over Louisiana Christian University at the H.O. West Fieldhouse. The match, played on the afternoon of October 4, 2025, saw Dillard dominate across all three sets, posting scores of 25-18, 25-20, and 25-15, enhancing their season ecord to 9-6 while handing Louisiana Christian their tenth loss (2-10).
Dillard University displayed a balanced team performance with key contributions from several players. Cadence Thomas emerged as a standout performer, leading the Bleu Devils with 8 kills on a .400 hitting percentage and contributing a total of 11 points. Nya St. Cyr also delivered a strong performance with 8 kills, a .438 hitting percentage, and 12.5 points, which included 4 block assists.
The team's offensive consistency was evident in their overall hitting efficiency, with Dillard maintaining a hitting percentage of .189 over the match. Nevaeh Bax and Khara Morton contributed significantly with 6 and 4 kills, respectively. Meanwhile, Nanyelis Sosa-Moreno orchestrated the offense with 16 assists.
Louisiana Christian University struggled to find their rhythm against a well-organized Dillard defense. Holly Rowe was the leading attacker for the Wildcats with 8 kills but was hampered by errors, resulting in a .062 hitting percentage. Despite Jessica Smith's efforts to facilitate the play with 23 assists, the Wildcats could only muster a .027 hitting percentage across all sets.
The Wildcats showed moments of resilience, especially in the second set, where they closed in on Dillard's lead but ultimately fell short. Jakaira Jimcoily contributed with 6 kills and a solid .364 hitting percentage, while Jasmia Hartwell added 5 kills but struggled with accuracy, accumulating more errors than kills.
Defensively, Dillard outperformed their opponents, with Jasmyne Mumphrey leading the team with 22 digs, aiding in dismantling the Wildcats' attacks. Dillard also excelled in blocking, with the team contributing six block assists, compared to Louisiana Christian's two solo and one block assist.
This match highlighted Dillard University's tactical superiority and depth, showcasing why they are a team to watch this season. Their comprehensive victory over Louisiana Christian underscores their capability to enforce their game plan effectively, both offensively and defensively.
As the season progresses, Dillard's confidence will be buoyed by this victory as they aim to climb the standings. Conversely, Louisiana Christian will need to regroup and address the areas of inconsistency if they wish to turn their season around.
The match, attended by an audience of 101, not only provided an exciting spectacle but also emphasized the competitive spirit and talent present within collegiate volleyball.
-Bleu Devils-
