RICHMOND, VA – Virginia Union University's volleyball team delivered a dominant performance on Monday, October 13, defeating Lincoln (PA) in straight sets (25–16, 25–15, 25–15) at Barco-Stevens Hall. The win improves the Lady Panthers to 10–8 overall and 4–3 in CIAA play, while Lincoln (PA) falls to 0–16 (0–6 CIAA).

Junior Maria Pena and Madison Hill led the offensive charge, each recording nine kills. Pena also added 10 digs and a service ace, while Hill hit an impressive .400 on 15 attempts. Senior Aireanna Johnson was a key contributor as well, tallying seven kills, six digs, and a service ace.

Setter Ashlee Franklin orchestrated the attack with 15 assists and six digs, while freshman Zinnia Pickett added 11 assists and a service ace in a strong supporting role. Defensively, Leilah Beasley anchored the back row with a team-high 11 digs.

As a team, Virginia Union hit .240 for the match, collecting 38 kills and seven service aces. The Lady Panthers held Lincoln to a .000 attack percentage while forcing 21 attack errors.

"The girls showed excellent teamwork tonight and really enjoyed themselves out on the court," said VUU Head Volleyball Coach Anetra Sims.  "With a couple of practices left before the Round-Up competition, we're focused on keeping momentum. If they continue to bring the same grit, unity, and determination they've shown over the last four matches, we'll be in a strong position."

VUU will now travel to Bowie, Md., to compete in the CIAA Volleyball Roundup.  The Lady Panthers will face Johnson C. Smith University and Winston-Salem State University on Saturday, October 18, and will then face Claflin University on Sunday, October 19.