Golden, Colo. – The Adams State Grizzlies (7-15, 4-7 RMAC) secured a crucial 3-0 sweep (25-23, 25-21, 25-21) over Colorado School of Mines (7-13, 4-6 RMAC) Saturday night, outlasting the Orediggers in a competitive Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference matchup.
Cindy Garcia led the Grizzlies' offense with 19 kills and a .344 hitting percentage, driving the team's offensive momentum. Hadleigh Richardson supported her effort with 10 kills and a .360 hitting percentage, while Anna Huggins added six kills and anchored the defense with four blocks.
Setter Remi Vargas showcased her playmaking abilities with 22 assists, keeping the Orediggers' defense on alert. Sierra Leone Sanchez and Shae Sapoga anchored Adams State's backline, combining for 20 digs that helped the Grizzlies control the tempo throughout the match.
Despite strong performances from the Orediggers' Hannah Kinnison and Kate Kudlac, who combined for 14 kills, Colorado School of Mines struggled to maintain consistency, posting a .168 hitting percentage compared with Adams State's .190.
The win boosts Adams State to a 4-7 record in the RMAC and provides momentum as the Grizzlies look to rise in the conference standings.