LINCOLN UNIVERSITY, Pa. – Virginia Union University volleyball dominated on the road Monday night, sweeping Lincoln (PA) 3–0 (25–14, 25–15, 25–11) at Manuel Rivero Hall.

The Lady Panthers (13–11 overall, 8–6 CIAA) turned in one of their sharpest performances of the season, hitting an impressive .306 as a team while holding Lincoln to a negative percentage.

Junior Alana Simmons led the way with a match-high 11 kills and 8 digs, hitting .526. Aireanna Johnson and Madison Hill each added 6 kills, while Ashlee Franklin directed the offense with 23 assists and 16 digs. Franklin also delivered 4 service aces. Alexandra Perot chipped in 5 kills and a solo block.

Defensively, VUU recorded 46 digs and 4 total blocks, limiting Lincoln (1–24, 0–14 CIAA) to just 10 kills for the entire match.

"We were locked in and laser-focused," said VUU Head Volleyball Coach Anetra Sims. "The girls stayed disciplined and well-rounded in competition tonight. Our eyes are already set on a tougher conference battle ahead! Let's GOOOOO!"

The Lady Panthers return home for a crucial CIAA matchup on Thursday, November 6, against Virginia State University at Barco-Stevens Hall in Richmond, Va.