ALAMOSA, Colorado — Adams State volleyball fell to MSU Denver in straight sets Friday night at Plachy Hall, dropping a 3-0 decision to the Roadrunners. Despite a competitive effort in the opening two sets, the Grizzlies were unable to overcome MSU Denver, falling 25-23, 25-23, and 25-18. The loss drops the Grizzlies to a record of 13-14 (7-6 RMAC) with one final match in the 2026 regular season.
In tonight's opening set, Adams State battled with the Roadrunners throughout, keeping the score close and putting pressure on the conference-leading visitors. The Grizzlies stayed within striking distance, but MSU Denver managed to pull out the 25-23 set victory to take an early 1-0 lead.
In the second set, the Grizzlies continued to compete, matching the Roadrunners point for point in another closely contested frame. Adams State recorded eight kills in the set, while MSU Denver finished with 15. Despite the Grizzlies' efforts to even the match, the Roadrunners once again came away with a 25-23 victory to take a two-set advantage.
In the third set, MSU Denver found its rhythm offensively and created separation, recording 12 kills while holding Adams State to nine. The Roadrunners closed out the match with a 25-18 set victory to secure the 3-0 sweep.
Individually for the Grizzlies, Lizzie Macintosh and Aubrey Rothermich led the way offensively with eight kills apiece. Rowan Tribelhorn followed with five kills while hitting an impressive .625, committing no errors on eight attempts. Ariel Barrera added four kills and led the defensive effort with eight digs.
At the net, Nora Conway contributed three total blocks, while Katie Bauer recorded three service aces. Isabella DeLaRosa led the Grizzlies offensive attack with 15 assists to help direct the Adams State offense. Ellie Miller followed the lead of DeLaRosa adding eight assists of her own.
Looking Forward
Up next for the Grizzlies, Adams State will look to regroup as it continues its push through the final stretch of the 2026 season. The Grizzlies will return to Plachy Hall tomorrow afternoon, November 7th, at 3 p.m. MST for their final RMAC regular-season matchup against the University of Colorado, Colorado Springs. With a second consecutive RMAC Tournament berth on the line, Adams State will look to close out the regular season with a crucial victory. Come out and support your Grizzlies tomorrow afternoon as they look to keep their season alive and secure a spot in the postseason.
