Adams State rallied to force a deciding fifth set but fell 3-2 to Fort Lewis in an RMAC road match in Durango. The Grizzlies won the opener, dropped the next two sets, then answered with a fourth-set victory before Fort Lewis took control in the final frame.

By the Numbers
  • Set scores: Adams State 27-25, Fort Lewis 25-27, 19-25, Adams State 25-20, Fort Lewis 15-7.
  • Adams State’s record moved to 12-11 overall and 6-4 in RMAC play.
  • Sienna Markovich led the Grizzlies with 11 kills; Katie Bauer added 10 kills and eight block assists.
  • Ashlyn Jones led Adams State with 27 digs. The team totaled 53 kills, 48 assists, five aces, 92 digs and 32 blocks.
Yes, But

Adams State showed resilience by leveling the match after falling behind 2-1, but Fort Lewis dominated the deciding set, 15-7.

What's Next

The Grizzlies face Colorado Christian in Durango on Oct. 23 at 6 p.m. Mountain time, closing out their RMAC Power Pod schedule.

Bottom Line

Adams State had the resolve to extend the match, but will need a stronger finish to turn close contests into wins as the season continues.