Main Story

Savannah State rallied to win the second and third sets but couldn’t sustain the momentum, falling to Clark Atlanta 3-2 in SIAC play. The Lady Panthers took control in the fourth set and closed out the deciding frame, extending Savannah State’s tough season.

By the Numbers
  • Final score: Clark Atlanta 3, Savannah State 2 (17-25, 25-10, 25-23, 16-25, 5-15).
  • Savannah State is 4-18 overall and 3-12 in SIAC play; Clark Atlanta is 15-7 overall and 7-6 in conference play.
  • Amiyah Walker recorded 30 assists and 16 digs; Hope White tied for the match-high with 22 digs.
  • Clark Atlanta led in kills, 53-42, and total blocks, 16-9.
Yes, But

Savannah State showed it could pressure Clark Atlanta, limiting the Panthers to a -.100 hitting percentage in a dominant second-set win and edging them in a closely contested third. But Clark Atlanta responded by winning the final two sets, including a 10-point victory in the decider.

What's Next

Savannah State continues its homestand against Benedict on Oct. 26 at 6 p.m. at Tiger Arena.

Bottom Line

The Lady Tigers found momentum in the middle of the match, but Clark Atlanta’s stronger attack and blocking proved decisive when the match was on the line.