GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. – Cal Poly Humboldt (3-4, 0-0 CCAA) battled but fell short in their second match of the day, losing in straight sets to a strong Angelo State (6-1, 0-0 Lone Star) team at the Brownson Arena. Despite several solid individual performances, the Lumberjacks were unable to overcome the Rams' efficient offense, dropping the match 25-21, 25-19, 25-21.

Match Breakdown
Angelo State opened the match with a dominant first set, hitting .435 while Humboldt managed a respectable .242 hitting percentage. The Lumberjacks recorded 12 kills in the first set but couldn't keep pace with the Rams, who took the set 25-21.

In the second set, Humboldt's attack continued to find some success, hitting .222, but once again Angelo State's offensive efficiency (.345) and aggressive serving gave them the edge, winning 25-19. The Lumberjacks struggled in the third set, hitting just .029, and the Rams closed out the match with a 25-21 victory.

Statistical Leaders
Cal Poly Humboldt was led offensively by Awelina Fakalata, who notched a match-high 13 kills and added 7 digs. Graysen Trupp and Madyn Cervellera contributed 6 kills apiece, while Brielle Wilson dished out 15 assists. Mackenzie Gilchrist and Aurora Meneghetti each added 2 service aces.

Defensively, the Lumberjacks were anchored by Awelina Fakalata with 7 digs, while Kyra Slavik added 5. Hollis Downing and Amelia Perla led the blocking efforts with 2 blocks each.

For Angelo State, Evelyn Torres paced the Rams with 10 kills and 13 digs, while Madi Parrish added 9 kills and 3 aces. Adeline Ortman was the primary facilitator, finishing with 33 assists, and Kaila Garnett dominated at the net with 5 blocks.

Next Up
The Lumberjacks will close out the Maverick Fall Classic in Grand Junction on Saturday against Adams State at 3:00 PM from Brownson Arena.