Alcorn State rallied from a two-set lead being erased to beat Arkansas-Pine Bluff, 3-2, on the road. Courtney Carter powered the win with a season-high 20 kills, while Tomoni Giddings anchored a defense that set a season high with 71 digs.

By the Numbers
  • Alcorn won 25-19, 25-20, 23-25, 22-25, 15-11.
  • Carter had 20 kills; Rylan Jones added 17 while hitting .412.
  • Giddings recorded 34 digs, and Alcorn totaled 71 digs and 10 service aces.
  • Alcorn improved to 5-19 overall and 5-9 in SWAC play; Arkansas-Pine Bluff fell to 4-25 and 1-13.
Yes, But

Alcorn led 2-0 before the Golden Lions rallied to force a fifth set. The Lady Braves then answered an 11-11 tie with four straight points to secure the win.

What's Next

Alcorn visits Alabama State in its regular-season finale Friday, Nov. 13. First serve is scheduled for 6 p.m.

Bottom Line

Alcorn’s season-best defensive effort and clutch finish turned a fading two-set advantage into a road win that keeps the Lady Braves moving toward the regular-season finale.