Gunnison, Colo.    Mountaineer Volleyball hosts RMAC contests on Friday and Saturday October 10 & 11.
 
WESTERN COLORADO GOING INTO THE WEEKEND | 2025 STATS

• The Western Colorado volleyball team continues to demonstrate growth, grit, and determination throughout the 2025 season, showing several bright spots across all areas of play.
• The Mountaineers have built a balanced offensive attack, totaling 402 kills on the year, led by standout hitters junior Liv Marshall with 111 and senior Olive Rolseth with 109.
• From the service line, the Mountaineers continue to apply pressure, recording 61 total aces, with both Marshall and sophomore Kyra Kidd reaching double digits at 11 apiece.
• Defensively, Western has shown consistency and effort, collecting 442 digs and averaging more than 11 per set.
• Sophomore Galatia Andrew leads the back row with 126 digs and a strong reception rate, helping the Mountaineers stay organized and competitive in long rallies against tough opponents.
• At the net, Western benefits from a collective blocking effort, as Kidd (27), junior Breanna Nohava (25), and senior Emalie Depew (22) each contribute key stops that help control momentum and slow opposing attacks.
• Guiding the offense is setter junior Kaira Willits, who has tallied 164 assists while keeping the attack balanced and efficient.
• Rolseth has been a steady all-around contributor, adding digs and reliable serve-receive play to her offensive production, showcasing her versatility and importance on both sides of the ball.
• Ball control has remained a defining strength for the Mountaineers, as they average just 0.03 ball-handling errors per set, a testament to the team's composure, focus, and discipline in high-pressure situations.

COLORADO MESA GOING INTO THE WEEKEND | 2025 STATS

• The Mavericks hold a 9-4 overall record with a 3-1 mark in RMAC competition, combining offensive efficiency with steady defensive play.
• Mesa has totaled 599 kills on 1,496 attempts for a .271 hitting percentage, while holding opponents to 512 kills and a .159 clip. The Mavericks average 13.0 kills per set, compared to just 11.1 by their opponents, establishing a consistent offensive edge throughout matches.
• The Mavericks have also been strong from the service line, recording 73 total aces—an average of 1.6 per set—while limiting opponents to 52.
• On defense, Mesa has collected 668 digs, averaging 14.5 per set, and continued to dominate at the net with 148 total blocks, outpacing their opponents' 118.
• Individually, junior outside hitter Sadie Scoville leads the offense with 135 kills and also paces the team in service aces with 13.
• Henley Madsen adds 114 kills as another dependable attacker, while Aesha Alrashed anchors the front line with 46 total blocks.
• In the backcourt, Allison Waller leads the defensive effort with 117 digs, providing stability and energy in serve receive.
• Setting the tone for the attack, Ashlyn Tafoya has tallied 260 assists, helping maintain Mesa's efficient offensive rhythm.

WESTMINSTER GOING INTO THE WEEKEND | 2025 STATS

• The Westminster Griffins have opened the 2025 season with a 9-5 overall record and a 3-3 mark in RMAC play.
• Westminster's offense has been consistent, totaling 655 kills on 1,821 attempts for a .236 team hitting percentage, while holding opponents to 643 kills on 1,881 attempts and a .188 hitting clip.
• The Griffins continue to move the ball efficiently, recording 608 assists (11.2 per set) compared to 597 (10.9 per set) by their opponents.
• On defense, Westminster has been strong, collecting 935 digs (17.3 per set) while opponents have registered 871 (16.1 per set).
• At the net, the Griffins maintain a clear advantage with 121 total blocks (2.2 per set) against 110 (2.0 per set) from their opponents.
• Serving has been competitive throughout the season, with Westminster posting 91 aces to go along with 142 service errors, while opponents have recorded 96 aces and 128 errors.
• Individually, Breegan Huntsman leads the offense with 156 kills, providing steady scoring from the outside.
• Mailei Myers continues to be one of the team's most efficient hitters, posting 128 kills on 286 attempts for a .315 hitting percentage, while also contributing 14 service aces.
• Brooklyn Easton and Apiline White add reliable depth to the attack, giving the Griffins multiple options in high-rotation situations.

 
UP NEXT
Mountaineer Volleyball splits week between road and home contest. They head to Fort Lewis on Tues. Oct. 14 then hot Colorado Mines on Sat. Oct. 18.

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