Alpena Wildcats Fall 3-1 to Traverse City West
Madelynn Cameron led with 16 kills as Alpena battled TCW but lost 22-25 in the fourth set.
Key points
- Alpena lost to Traverse City West 3-1 with sets of 19-25, 25-19, 18-25, 22-25.
- Madelynn Cameron led Alpena with 16 kills and two blocks in the match.
- Emily Van Horn recorded 20 digs to pace the defensive effort for Alpena.
The Alpena Wildcats lost a 3-1 match to Traverse City West on Tuesday. The final score was 19-25, 25-19, 18-25, and 22-25. The game stayed tight into the fourth set.
Madelynn Cameron led the team with 16 kills and two blocks. Greta Riopelle added seven kills, while Grace Cameron contributed six. Emily Van Horn paced the defense with 20 digs. Amelia Soltysiak had 10 digs and Amaya Brousseau seven. Emalee Parsons recorded three blocks. Lilly Rospierski served two aces.
Tough competition at the net
Coach Kolby Andrews noted the need for peak performance against a large opponent. He praised the team's execution and key blocks. The girls played tough and well.
Resilience in the final sets
Alpena took the second set 25-19 after losing the first. They dropped the third set but pushed West in the fourth. Andrews liked how they kept fighting.
Next matchup against Gaylord
The Wildcats face the Gaylord Blue Devils on Thursday. Gaylord is scheduled to host the match. The team enters Big North Conference action with high spirits.
