GRAND RAPIDS, Mich - In a closely contested league game held at Mol Arena in Grand Rapids, Michigan, on November 6, 2024, the Lawrence Tech University Blue Devils fell to Cornerstone (MI) with a score of 3-1. The Blue Devils managed to secure one set victory but ultimately surrendered to their opponents' persistence.

The match commenced with Cornerstone taking an early lead, overcoming Lawrence Tech with a score of 25-20 in the first set. The Blue Devils bounced back in the second set, rallying to win 25-22, showcasing their resilience and tactical expertise. However, subsequent sets saw the Blue Devils unable to maintain their momentum, as they fell 25-22 and 25-18 in the third and fourth sets, respectively.

Key performances came from Lindsay Hubler, who led the team with 13 kills, backed by Riley O'Connell with 12 kills and Nicole Hughes with 9. Hughes also dominated defensively with 7 blocks, followed closely by O'Connell who delivered 6 blocks. The defensive effort was further bolstered by Julian Bollini, who notched an impressive 29 digs.

Service was another area where the Blue Devils showed strength. Hubler and Bollini added crucial aces to their stat lines, with 2 and 1 respectively, joined by Anna Khrapova who also recorded an ace. Assists were primarily distributed by Abby Zambeck, who contributed a notable 38 assists throughout the match.

Despite the setback, Lawrence Tech maintains a notable season record of 12-11 overall, with a conference record of 10-7. The Blue Devils are set to face Aquians College next on November 8, 2024, at the Don Ridler Field House which will also be senior night for the Lawrence Tech. This upcoming encounter promises to be an important one for the Blue Devils as they seek to bounce back from this defeat and improve their standings within the league.