Fisk Lady Bulldogs Dominate Weekend Road Trip Through Mississippi: 3-0 Record Highlights Strong Performances

The Fisk Lady Bulldogs embarked on a weekend road trip through Mississippi that was nothing short of spectacular. Facing tough competition and conference rivals, the Lady Bulldogs displayed their confidence on the volleyball court, achieving an impressive 3-0 record. The journey included a decisive victory over conference rivals Rust College and Tougaloo College, followed by an exhilarating showdown with non-conference opponent Jarvis Christian.

**Victory Over Rust College (25-12, 25-19, 25-13):**

In their clash against Rust College, the Lady Bulldogs exhibited exceptional teamwork and skill. Freshman standout Gabrielle Huntley (FR/Memphis, TN) and Graduate Senior Yani Thigpen led the charge with 8 kills each. Freshman setter Nebthet Re (FR/Marietta, GA) orchestrated the offense with 22 assists, while senior libero Jadyn Brackins (SR/Spring Hill, TN) contributed with ten crucial digs.

**Triumphant Against Tougaloo College (25-20, 25-23, 25-13):**

The Lady Bulldogs continued their winning streak against Tougaloo College. Junior Outside hitter Kailynn Johnson (JR/Olive Branch, MS) stood out with an impressive hitting percentage of .400% and a team-leading 11 kills. Freshman Setter Nebthet Re continued to excel with 24 assists, while senior libero Jadyn Brackins showcased her defensive skill with 13 digs.

**Thrilling Five-Set Victory Over Jarvis Christian (25-15, 23-25, 25-22, 16-25, 16-14):**

The weekend's high point came in a nail-biting five-set battle against non-conference opponent Jarvis Christian. Freshman outside hitter Berlynn Muldrow (FR/Upper Marlboro, MD) had a career-defining performance, delivering a remarkable 20 kills while hitting at an impressive .326%. Senior libero Jadyn Brackins played a pivotal role with a match-high 32 digs. Freshman setters Nebthet Re showcased her versatility with 35 assists and 15 digs, securing a double-double performance. Graduate Senior Middle Blocker Iyanla Thigpen (SR/Chicago, IL) added ten kills and freshman middle La'Niyah Lumpkin (FR/Birmingham, AL) contributed to the victory with eight kills, four blocks, and a .400 hitting percentage.

**Looking Ahead:**

With their unbeaten weekend behind them, the Fisk Lady Bulldogs are gearing up for their next challenge. On Tuesday, September 26th, they will take on non-conference NCAA DII opponent Lemoyne Owen College at 6:00 p.m. CST in Memphis, TN.