NSU finally home tonight for matchup with McNeese

Northwestern volleyball players Samaya Wesson (12), Elsie Sanchez Oliver (17),  Jade Longlad (11), Emmarie McFarland (far right) and Makenna Tryon celebrate after a point at home on Sept. 25 against UIW. (NSU photo by CHRIS REICH)

The Northwestern State Demons finally play at home tonight when they face the McNeese Cowgirls in Southland Conference volleyball action at 6:30 in Prather Coliseum.

All fans are encouraged to wear purple for ‘Purple Reign” night in support of the Demons as they return home from a four-match road trip.

Northwestern (1-19, 0-6 SLC) is led by senior Deja Benjamin in kills with 147 (2.2 k/s). Redshirt freshman Jade Longlad continues to lead the Southland in aces with 35. The Calgary, Canada native, Longlad is tied for 15th in the nation.

Freshman Emmarie McFarland leads the way for the Demons defensively. The Alvin, Texas native has 218 digs for the season which is 10th in the conference. Redshirt freshman Reagan Hamm has 280 assists for NSU.

The Cowgirls are 5-13, and 1-5 in the SLC.


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