News Summary Providence College’s women’s volleyball team achieved a remarkable straight-set victory against Alabama State at the Pelican Invitational, boosting their season record to 8-3. Key players like Audrey Kocon and Sophia Adkins led the charge, delivering impressive performances. The match highlighted Providence’s strong offensive and defensive play, contrasting with Alabama State’s struggles as they remain winless this season. Upcoming matches against Tulane promise new challenges for both teams as they aim to improve their standings. New Orleans, Louisiana The Providence College women’s volleyball team secured a decisive victory against Alabama State in straight sets during the Pelican Invitational held at the Avron B. Fogelman Arena in the Devlin Fieldhouse on September 19, 2025. With this win, Providence improved its record to 8-3, while Alabama State remains winless at 0-10. The match showcased Providence’s dominance, with the final set scores reading 25-17, 25-21, and 25-14. The team demonstrated strong offensive and defensive capabilities, hitting .282 as a unit and successfully out-blocking Alabama State 6-2. Leading the attack for Providence was Audrey Kocon, who tallied 15 kills with an impressive hitting percentage of .500. She was supported by Sophia Adkins, who contributed 12 kills to the team’s efforts. Setter Miller McDonald was pivotal in orchestrating the offense, providing 32 assists throughout the match. On the other side, Alabama State struggled to keep pace. Jyriah Morgan was the standout player for the team, registering nine kills. Kaylen Hines added eight kills with a hitting percentage of .375, along with two blocks and three digs. For Alabama State, Sierra Scanlon recorded a double-double with 13 assists and 11 digs, while Kamrynn Clay added 11 assists and three digs. Looking ahead, Providence College is scheduled to play Tulane later that evening at 7:30 PM (ET), while Alabama State will face Tulane the following day, September 20, 2025, at 3:00 PM. Match Highlights Providence College record: 8-3 Alabama State record: 0-10 Match location: Avron B. Fogelman Arena, Devlin Fieldhouse Match date: September 19, 2025 Set scores: 25-17, 25-21, 25-14 Providence team hitting percentage: .282 Block comparison: Providence 6, Alabama State 2 Top players for Providence: Audrey Kocon (15 kills), Sophia Adkins (12 kills), Miller McDonald (32 assists) Top players for Alabama State: Jyriah Morgan (9 kills), Kaylen Hines (8 kills, .375 hitting percentage) Context and Background This match forms part of the Pelican Invitational, a series of volleyball contests designed to promote competitive play among collegiate teams. Providence’s strong performance against Alabama State is indicative of their improving form this season. In contrast, Alabama State continues to seek its first victory amidst a challenging season. Fans can look forward to upcoming matches, particularly the encounters against Tulane, which could offer both teams an opportunity to shift their current trajectories in the standings. Deeper Dive: News & Info About This Topic HERE Resources Brown University Women’s Soccer Team Dominates Providence College Brown University Women’s Soccer Team Dominates Providence Brown University Women’s Soccer Dominates CCSU Rehoboth Community Mourns Loss of Beloved Figures Providence Community Mourns Loss of Beloved Residents Providence Friars Volleyball Team Triumphs Over Holy Cross Providence College Volleyball Team Sweeps Holy Cross Quakers and Thunderbolts Shine in Providence High School Sports Ella McBride Leads Providence College Women’s Soccer to Victory Over Cornell Providence College Women’s Volleyball Team Prepares for Match Against Merrimack Additional Resources Friars: Volleyball Defeats Alabama State Wikipedia: Volleyball Bama State Sports: ASU Volleyball Opens Pelican Invitational Google Search: Providence Women’s Volleyball Friars: Volleyball Set to Compete at Pelican Invitational Encyclopedia Britannica: Volleyball Friars: Volleyball Defeats Central Connecticut Google News: Volleyball News
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