South Alabama middle blocker Dalayla Blackwell earned her second Sun Belt Conference Defensive Player of the Week award this season after a standout series against Troy. She led the conference with 24 blocks as the Jaguars split the two-match series with the West Division leaders.

By the Numbers
  • 2.67 blocks per set against Troy, the best mark in the conference for the week.
  • 24 total blocks: 3 solo and 21 assisted.
  • Blackwell has 104 blocks this season, including 21 solo blocks.
Yes, But

South Alabama split the series rather than sweeping Troy, but Blackwell’s defense helped fuel a 3-1 win in Thursday’s opener and kept the Jaguars competitive in the finale.

State of Play
  • Blackwell is tied for second in the Sun Belt in hitting percentage (.369) and ranks fourth in blocks per set (1.22).
  • South Alabama is 9-13 overall and 4-6 in conference play.
  • The Jaguars host ULM for a two-match series, with both matches scheduled for 6 p.m. Thursday and Friday at Jag Gym.
Bottom Line

Blackwell’s repeat honor reflects her impact at the net—and gives South Alabama a defensive anchor as it looks to build momentum at home.