Western Colorado let a two-set lead slip away, falling to Black Hills State in five sets to close its regional pod weekend. The Mountaineers won the first two sets, but the Yellow Jackets rallied to take the next three and secure the match.

By the Numbers
  • Final score: Black Hills State 3, Western Colorado 2 (17-25, 24-26, 25-19, 25-18, 15-11).
  • Western Colorado is 10-12 overall and 4-6 in the Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference; Black Hills State is 9-13 and 4-6.
  • Maggie Legg led all players with a season-high 17 kills.
Yes, But

Western showed early control and stayed within reach in the deciding set, but Black Hills State built momentum over the final three frames and held on late.

What's Next

The Mountaineers travel to Colorado Springs to face UCCS on October 30, with first serve scheduled for 6 p.m.

Bottom Line

Western’s strong start wasn’t enough to finish the match; the team now turns to its next conference matchup against UCCS.