Dillard Dominates Stillman in HBCUAC Volleyball Quarterfinals

BOSSIER CITY, LA - November 10, 2025 - The Dillard University volleyball team showcased their prowess with a convincing 3-0 victory over Stillman College at the Billy Montgomery Gymnasium. The Dillard Bleu Devils, improving their season record to 16-8, overwhelmed the Stillman Tigers (5-15) in straight sets, with scores of 25-9, 29-27, and 25-17.

Dillard's offensive efficiency was evident throughout the match, posting a team hitting percentage of .283 compared to Stillman's .080. Sarai Rogers led the Bleu Devils with an impressive performance, tallying 10 kills on 18 attempts, resulting in a .444 hitting percentage. Gabrielle Washington also played a crucial role, contributing 7 kills with a .400 hitting percentage.

The second set was the most competitive, with Stillman pushing Dillard to a 29-27 finish. However, Dillard's ability to capitalize on critical points, aided by Cadence Thomas's powerful attacks, proved decisive. Thomas was particularly effective, recording 6 kills on 7 attempts, achieving a staggering .857 hitting percentage.

Stillman's Kelis Conley tried to spark her team with 6 kills and a .308 hitting percentage, but it was not enough to overcome Dillard's balanced attack. Ava Cameron also added 9 kills for the Tigers, but the team struggled with consistency, committing 22 errors over the three sets.

Defensively, Dillard's Jasmyne Mumphrey was a standout, leading both teams with 16 digs, while Nanyelis Sosa-Moreno contributed 9 digs and 20 assists, orchestrating Dillard's offense effectively.

The match, which lasted just 1 hour and 19 minutes, highlighted Dillard's dominance in the Gulf Coast Athletic Conference, as they maintained their strong 11-1 conference record. Despite the absence of spectators in the gymnasium, the players delivered a spirited performance, emphasizing their focus and determination.

Both teams will look to build on this match, with Dillard aiming to continue their winning momentum in the tournament and Stillman hoping to regroup and strengthen their strategy for the next season.

-Bleu Devils-