Grand Junction, CO – The Westminster Griffins saw their season end in the RMAC Quarterfinals on Tuesday night, falling to the #2 seed Colorado Mesa Mavericks in four sets. The Griffins opened the match with a strong 25-23 victory in the first set but could not sustain the momentum, dropping the next three sets to the Mavericks.
Match Highlights
- Kills: Claire Cook led the Griffins' attack with 10 kills, followed by Mailei Myers with 9 and Apiline White with 8.
- Aces: Josie Gerritsen and White each tallied 3 service aces, with Alanna Lee adding 1.
- Blocks: Gerritsen also led defensively at the net with 5 blocks, while Hailey Killett and Myers contributed 4 and 2 blocks, respectively.
- Assists: Both Leila Cornejo and Gerritsen recorded 18 assists, showcasing a balanced offensive effort.
- Digs: Lee paced the defense with 8 digs, followed by Abby Reardon with 7 and Gerritsen with 5.
Despite the loss, the Griffins demonstrated their growth and resilience throughout the season, making their second consecutive appearance in the RMAC Tournament and achieving a higher seeding than last year.
Looking Ahead
The Griffins will look to build on this season's successes as they continue to grow the program. Stay updated on Westminster Volleyball news and offseason developments at WestminsterGriffins.com.