EDWARDSVILLE, Ill. – SIUE won set one against Little Rock this afternoon 25-18. However, it wasn't enough, the Trojans claimed the next three sets 25-18, 25-20 and 28-26.
 
SIUE falls to 9-9 overall and 4-3 in the Ohio Valley Conference. Little Rock improves to 11-7 overall and 6-0 in OVC play.
 
SIUE out performed the Trojans offensively, leading in kills (59-55), assists (57-54) and digs (72-68). Little Rock's defensive presence at the net was strong, as the Trojans held a 14-9 advantage in blocks.
 
Kyndia Smith and Sophie Robinson each had 15 kills. Robinson also contributed 12 digs, tallying another double-double on the season. Paige Bernstein had three aces along with 31 assists. Olivia Hogan also had a strong performance with 20 digs.
 
Crismeyli Rodriguez led the Trojans with 14 kills, while Bella Cherry, A'Lanae Margaritha and Vivian Lucumi each had 11 kills for the Trojans.
 
Up next, the Cougars begin a road stretch with UT Martin Oct. 17. The game is set to start at 5 p.m.