Bowie State couldn’t sustain its second-set momentum and fell to Millersville, 3-1, on the road. The Bulldogs rallied to win the second set but dropped the other three, with their .094 hitting percentage trailing Millersville’s .233. Payton Swinton led Bowie State with 13 kills and four aces.

By the Numbers
  • Set scores: 12-25, 25-17, 16-25, 22-25.
  • Bowie State: 37 kills, 9 aces and 53 digs; .094 hitting percentage.
  • Millersville: 51 kills and a .233 hitting percentage.
  • Swinton: 13 kills, 4 aces and 18.5 points.
Yes, But

Bowie State showed resilience, tying the fourth set at 18-18 after falling behind, but Millersville pulled away late. The Bulldogs’ 37 kills and nine aces weren’t enough to offset their lower hitting efficiency.

What's Next

Bowie State hosts Lincoln University (Pennsylvania) on Tuesday, Oct. 27, at 6 p.m. at A.C. Jordan Arena in Bowie, Maryland.

Bottom Line

The Bulldogs found a way to win a set and make a late push, but sharper execution at the net will be key as they look to rebound against Lincoln.