SMC Volleyball Loses Tough Battle to GRCC

The Southwestern Michigan College Volleyball Team lost a tough battle to the host, #1 seed and 13th-ranked Grand Rapids Raiders 18-25, 23-25, 20-25.  "We are prepared to beat them, and we were right there against them today within 2-5 points in two out of the three sets," said Head Coach Jenny Nate. "We played with confidence and executed.  Their attackers edged us at times, but each time we have played them we have learned and improved.  We need to refocus all of our energy on beating Mott tomorrow, and once we do that, we can work to finally take down GRCC.  Tonight, we are studying film, strategizing, and will come back tomorrow ready to earn our way to the championship match."

 

Leading serving scorers: Meah Evans 10 points, 2 aces; Talan Hiemstra 6 points; Amie Schutz 4 points; Ryli Burks 2 points; Natalie Bachinski 2 points; Carlie Ritchie 1 point

 

Kills: Amie Schutz 10 , Ryli Burks 7, Lily Kowalik 5, Talan Hiemstra 4, Maggie Arney 3

 

Blocks: Maggie Arney 1, Ryli Burks 1

 

Digs: Carlie Ritchie 21, Sohpia Bachman 13, Amie Schutz 11, Meah Evans 7, Talan Hiemstra 4

 

Assists: Meah Evans 15, Sophia Bachman 6