Jackson, Miss.| The Jackson State volleyball continued its impressive run in conference play Sunday afternoon, defeating Alabama A&M 3–1 (20–25, 25–15, 26–24, 25–23) inside the Lee E. Williams Athletics and Assembly Center.

Jackson State recovered quickly after dropping the opening set, responding with three straight wins behind a balanced offense and one of its strongest blocking performances of the season. The Tigers finished with 57 kills, 16 team blocks, and seven service aces, hitting .238 as a team.

Outside hitter Jayden James delivered a dominant outing, recording a match-high 23 kills on .556 hitting along with 14 digs and an ace for 24.5 total points. Kyra Dove was outstanding at the net with 10 kills and eight total blocks, while Katejion Robinson and Kamiera Watkins each added key points in clutch moments.

Setter Karys Dove distributed the offense with 22 assists, four digs, and three service aces, while fellow setter Naija Gadis tallied 25 assists and an ace. Defensively, Kymorah Carter led with nine digs and two aces, and Makenzie Washington and Cierra Gilbert added crucial front-row contributions.

How It Happened

• Jackson State came out firing early but couldn't maintain momentum late.
• Jayden James led the way with five kills, while Kyra Dove added two blocks.
• The Tigers trailed 18–15 before Alabama A&M closed on a 7–2 run to take the opener.
• JSU flipped the match in dominant fashion, hitting .440 with 15 kills and just four errors. James, Robinson, and Washington fueled the attack, while Watkins and Dove combined for five block assists.
• Karys Dove's serving run, including an ace, helped stretch JSU's lead to double digits before a Robinson kill sealed the frame.
• A highly competitive third set featured eight ties and multiple lead changes.
• JSU edged ahead 18–14 on kills from James and Watkins, but A&M rallied to tie it at 23.
• On set point, James delivered consecutive kills to close out the frame, giving Jackson State a 2–1 match advantage.
• The finale showcased JSU's composure under pressure.
• After trailing 20–18, the Tigers surged behind Dove's blocking presence and clutch kills from James and Robinson.
• A service ace by Carter tied it at 21 before James' 23rd kill of the night put the match away, securing the 3–1 victory

Up Next
The Tigers are set to host Mississippi Valley State on Wednesday evening at the AAC. First serve is set for 6 p.m.

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