FORT VALLEY, Ga. – The Fort Valley State University women's volleyball team delivered an impressive performance Thursday evening, securing a 3-1 conference victory over Savannah State University inside the Health and Physical Education Complex. The Lady Wildcats showcased their offensive efficiency, defensive determination, and ability to respond to adversity as they continued their push through Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (SIAC) play.
Fort Valley State opened the match with a competitive 25-21 first-set victory before Savannah State answered with a 25-20 win in the second. The Lady Wildcats quickly regained control, dominating the third set 25-16 before closing out the match with a 25-18 victory in the fourth. The win improved Fort Valley State's record to 8-13 overall and 7-6 in conference play.
Offensively, Tanyla Farley led the Lady Wildcats with a match-high 13 kills while posting an impressive .306 hitting percentage. Jalayah Hamby provided a strong presence at the net, contributing eight kills on 12 attempts with a remarkable .583 hitting percentage. Dakotah Holmes delivered an all-around performance, recording seven kills, eight digs, and four service aces, helping create momentum throughout the contest. Brooke Matthews added six kills without an attacking error, finishing with a .545 hitting percentage.
The Lady Wildcats also benefited from the consistent leadership of Reagan Mann, who directed the offense with 42 assists, eight digs, and three service aces. Defensively, Lataya Mitchell led the team with 11 digs, while Naoma Yancey contributed nine digs and three service aces. Their efforts helped Fort Valley State maintain control during crucial stretches of the match.
As a team, Fort Valley State finished with 45 kills, 44 assists, 55 digs, and 11 service aces while holding Savannah State to a .076 hitting percentage. The Lady Wildcats were especially efficient in the final two sets, recording hitting percentages of .333 and .353, respectively, to secure the conference victory.
With another conference win under their belt, the Lady Wildcats continue building momentum as they look to strengthen their position in the SIAC standings. Fort Valley State will look to carry that energy, confidence, and determination into its upcoming conference matchups as the team continues its pursuit of a strong finish to the regular season.
