Allie Hazelwood earned her fourth Sun Belt Setter of the Week award after leading Southern Miss to a series sweep at ULM. The senior helped the Golden Eagles stay unbeaten in conference road play and set a program record for Setter of the Week honors in a season.

By the Numbers
  • 86 assists across the two matches; 12.29 assists per set, tops in the Sun Belt for the week.
  • 42 assists in Thursday’s three-set match—the most by any Sun Belt player in a three-set match that week.
  • 44 assists and 15 digs Friday, marking Hazelwood’s sixth double-double of the season.
  • Southern Miss hit .272 and averaged 14.71 kills per set during the week.
Yes, But

Hazelwood’s milestone reflects a team effort: Southern Miss’ defense creates extra attacking chances, helping fuel the offense.

State of Play
  • Hazelwood leads the Sun Belt this season with 10.87 assists per set, ranking seventh nationally.
  • Southern Miss leads the conference in digs per set (16.77) and attacks per set (37.59); its attack rate ranks 10th nationally.
  • The Golden Eagles remain undefeated in Sun Belt road play.
Bottom Line

Hazelwood’s record-setting recognition underscores how Southern Miss’ defense and her playmaking are combining to keep the Golden Eagles’ offense humming.