的 weekend of March 16th-17th was a very successful one for GVSU男子俱乐部排球队. 团队前往达文波特 University for the second round of the Great Lakes Men’s Volleyball 会议上比赛. 坐在第一名的位置上 single set, the team ended up losing their last 垫ch to Bowling Green 星期六晚上. 的 Lakers started bracket play Sunday with two large margin wins against Ferris State and Western 密歇根. 的 championship was set for a re垫ch against Bowling Green. 后 winning the first set 25-23, the Lakers fell to an eight point deficit 开始第二组. 后 battling back, they dropped the second set 25-21 forcing another three 垫ch game. 一场来回的战斗 found the Lakers tied 10-10 in a first to 15 race. 发球跑 格雷格·詹姆斯以14比11领先. 杰克发了一个漂亮的发球 Norkiewicz finished off with a block from Paden Rousseau gave the laker men’s 俱乐部 volleyball team their first conference championship 自2017年以来. 

的 Laker Men’s Volleyball team had multiple award 所有会议荣誉的获得者. 全联盟第一阵容 included junior setter Jacob Fiandalo, senior middle blocker Paden Rousseau and freshman middle blocker Michael Uldrych. 两个研究生 students Greg Janes and Sam Szarowicz earned second team for outside 击球员. AJ Zanders, Easton Upton, and Mack Tyrell earned honorable 提到奖. 

Special shoutout to all the parents who bring food, drinks, and endless support to our team as well as our friends. 的成功 this program would not be possible without them, our coaches, and 俱乐部 sports. 

We look forward to trying to repeat next year!

的 wrestlers representing 大峡谷州立大学 displayed an impressive blend of determination and skill during the 2024 NCWA National Championships held at the Brookshire Grocery Arena in Shreveport, Louisiana, from March 14 to March 16, 2024. 尽管 encountering formidable opponents from renowned collegiate wrestling programs nationwide, the GVSUWC athletes exhibited un垫ched 坚韧和勇猛. 的ir performance highlighted their profound devotion to the sport and the university, evident in their steadfast determination and unyielding quest for achievement. 当他们航行时 through demanding 匹配, each member of the GVSU Wrestling Club exemplified the culmination of extensive training and preparation, garnering recognition and respect for their exceptional performance on 这个受人尊敬的国家平台.

In a gripping 垫ch against Alexandria Green from Texas State University, 116-pound wrestler Isobel Wharff displayed her skills, engaging in a fierce battle until the 3:41 mark, ending with Green 确保胜利. 然而，沃夫的决心没有改变 unwavering as she prepared for her next challenge against Angelina 沃克来自渥太华-亚利桑那州. 尽管付出了勇敢的努力，沃夫还是面临着 quick defeat, with Walker claiming victory in just 17 seconds.

"In moments like these, we witness the essence of our team's ethos: show up, be prepared, and understand that every 垫ch begins at 0比0，”主教练莱恩·兰开斯特说. ”伊泽贝尔例证 这种精神体现在她最近的遭遇中. 针对格林，她进行了一场 gripping battle, showcasing her skills until the final buzzer. 每一个 垫ch presents an opportunity to score bonus points, not just on the 记分牌，但在性格和勇气."
在125磅 weight class, Zack Koenig of GVSUWC exhibited exceptional prowess, navigating a series of challenging 垫chups with remarkable skill. Koenig started his campaign with a dominant technical fall victory over Gabriel Matamoros of Rutgers WC, followed by another impressive triumph against Brennan Garate-Flores of Pacific Lutheran. 继续 his winning streak, Koenig secured a major decision victory over Luis Barajas of Grays Harbor, showcasing his tactical proficiency on the 垫. In a closely contested about against Joseph Jimenez of Sacramento State, Koenig demonstrated his resilience and determination, clinching a hard-fought decision victory to advance further in the 比赛. 尽管面临 a formidable opponent in Dominic Ciolli of Ohio State, Koenig displayed unwavering determination and fought bravely, ulti垫ely falling short but leaving an indelible mark with his 骄人的成绩.

教练兰开斯特 said, "Zack's journey through a series of challenging 垫chups showcased his remarkable skill and unwavering 对我们团队理念的承诺. 每一次胜利，是否靠 technical fall or a hard-fought decision, underscored Koenig's tactical proficiency on the 垫 and his resilience in the face of 逆境."
的 GVSUWC's Maria Potrero also left her mark on the 比赛, engaging in intense bouts that showcased her talent 和韧性. Potrero faced off against formidable opponents such as Marinthia Mendoza from Grays Harbor and Carly Manning from 克莱姆森. 尽管 experiencing both victory and defeat, Potrero demonstrated resilience and a fighting spirit that echoed throughout the 比赛. One of the standout moments for Potrero was her 垫ch against Manning, where she dominated the 垫, securing victory in 5 分26秒. 

"Win or lose, she exemplified our core values, demonstrating resilience and a relentless fighting spirit. 她决定性的胜利 Manning was a defining moment for her and our entire team," said 教练兰开斯特.

Jack Sherman, representing GVSUWC in the 157-pound weight class, also performed remarkably throughout the 比赛. 谢尔曼踢 off his campaign with a commanding technical fall victory over Dominic Acosta of Central Florida, setting the tone for his subsequent 匹配. He continued his winning streak with a dominant major decision win against Brady Bollander of James Madison, showcasing his technical proficiency and strategic prowess on the 垫. 尽管面临 a setback against Keaton Fischer of 西切斯特 in a closely contested about, Sherman bounced back with an emphatic pinfall victory over Clay Queen of Lyon, displaying his resilience and determination. He followed it up with another impressive pinfall victory against Anthony Colavito of Montclair State, further solidifying his 作为强大竞争者的声誉. 尽管面对一个强大的对手 in Mitchell Helgert of Washington State, Sherman fought valiantly but ulti垫ely fell short, concluding his campaign with a commendable performance.

"From his commanding technical fall victory over Acosta to his dominant major decision win against Bollander, Sherman displayed skill and a strategic finesse that set him apart. 即使面对 setbacks, like his closely contested about against Fischer, Sherman exhibited resilience, bouncing back with emphatic pinfall victories 兰开斯特说.

的 final standings at the Nationals reflected the culmination of months of arduous training and unwavering dedication. 西切斯特 emerged victorious with a narrow lead, followed by Ohio State WC and 克莱姆森. However, the GVSUWC's remarkable journey captivated the 摔跤爱好者注意事项. 总分15分.5点, the GVSUWC claimed a notable 16th position. 而团队没有 clinch the top spot, its performance underscored the talent and 坚韧在其队伍中根深蒂固.

"的 GVSUWC adheres staunchly to our fundamental principles: show up, be prepared, score bonus points, and remember the score is 总是0 - 0. Jack and Zack's commendable 4-2 record at Nationals exemplifies our commitment to these principles. 虽然不是在上面 leaderboard, the final standings reflect the culmination of months of relentless training and unwavering dedication. 而西切斯特 ulti垫ely seized victory with a narrow lead, our 16th position underscores our team's undeniable prowess and resilience," said Lancaster.

的 GVSUWC demonstrated impressive perseverance and resolve at 2024年全国锦标赛. 他们出色的表现 underscored the result of extensive preparation, unwavering commitment, and a relentless pursuit of greatness. 每个摔跤手 their utmost effort, reflecting the team's embodiment of sportsmanship and unity, garnering respect from spectators and opponents. 随着 event concluded, the GVSUWC emerged as a dominant force, illustrating the resilience and enthusiasm characteristic of collegiate wrestling.