Gruenewald Leads Maroa-Forsyth to Straight-Set Win Over Meridian -

Maroa-Forsyth combined a balanced attack with strong defensive contributions to earn a straight-set victory over Meridian, defeating the Hawks 25–18, 25–21.

The Trojans claimed the opening set by seven points before finishing a more closely contested second set to complete the 2–0 sweep. Contributions throughout the lineup helped Maroa-Forsyth secure both sets and keep the match from extending to a third.

Hannah Gruenewald led the Trojans offensively with 12 kills. She also contributed three digs and a block assist, making an impact on both sides of the net.

Jacy Ravenscraft guided the offense with 28 assists, distributing the ball to several hitters. Ravenscraft also added one kill, one service ace and three digs.

Claira Timmons finished with five kills and two digs, while Ashlen Grayned and Lila Jarosz each contributed four kills. Their production gave the Trojans multiple scoring options alongside Gruenewald.

Sydney Pottala anchored Maroa-Forsyth’s back-row defense with 10 digs and added two assists. Addie Woodward followed with nine digs and led the Trojans at the service line with two aces.

A’Lyanna Rouser provided additional defensive support with four digs and added an ace. Makenna Doolin also recorded an ace, giving Maroa-Forsyth five for the match.

After taking the first set 25–18, the Trojans faced a tighter final margin in the second but earned the points needed to close out the sweep, 25–21. With Gruenewald leading the attack, Ravenscraft setting up the offense and Pottala and Woodward combining for 19 digs, Maroa-Forsyth finished with a well-rounded team victory.