Marshall Scores 17 Off Bench as Mississippi Valley Falls at Grambling

GRAMBLING, La. — Mississippi Valley State University’s women’s basketball team did not have a shot blocked for the first time this season but still suffered an 84-59 loss at Grambling State on Monday.

Sydnei Marshall led the Devilettes with a season-high 17 points, making seven of 12 shots (58.3%) and adding five rebounds, two assists, and three steals. Ja’la Douglas also posted a season-best with six rebounds in 19 minutes. Ariel Jefferson led MVSU with nine rebounds, while Kylah McCullers dished out four assists to top the team in that category.

Jaeda Murphy scored 14 points and contributed three assists. Despite the individual performances, Mississippi Valley State (6-20, 5-10 SWAC) was unable to overcome Grambling State’s lead. The Tigers (10-17, 7-7 SWAC) have now won eight straight in the series, which dates back to the 2009-10 season. The Devilettes’ last victory over Grambling was on Feb. 3, 2020, with a 68-57 win.

Mississippi Valley State’s next game is scheduled for Saturday at 3 p.m. in Pine Bluff against the Golden Lions. The team will look to break its current losing streak in upcoming contests. Fans can follow the Devilettes on social media at @MvsuWBB on Twitter and Instagram, and at Valley State Athletics on Facebook and @MVSUDevilSports on X.

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