March 12, 2021, GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – The Grand Rapids Community College women’s basketball team dominated Ancilla College for its sixth consecutive win on Friday, but the men’s team struggled against a Charger team that is one of the best in the country.
The volleyball team beat Lake Michigan College in four sets, improving to 4-3 on the season.
The women’s basketball team dropped the opener and hasn’t lost since, with the 80-46 victory bringing the season record to 6-1.
Coach Dave Glazier said the team is playing well, with room to get better each day.
Sophomore Danielle Lamancusa had another outstanding game, posting 17 points and grabbing 12 rebounds. Sophomore Shonyah Hawkins and Freshman Trayana Starr-Thurman both had a dozen points, and sophomore Abigale Rouwhorst had eight points and 11 rebounds.
Alaya Chapman was the bright spot for Ancilla, topping all scorers with 24 points.
The men’s team faced an uphill battle, with Ancilla ranked No. 3 in the nation, and fell 96-73. The Chargers are undefeated, with nine wins.
The basketball teams are headed to St. Clair Community College in Port Huron on Tuesday.
Playing on the road in Benton Harbor, the volleyball team beat Lake Michigan college. After dropping the first set 25-22, the Raiders handily won the next three, 26-16, 25-17 and 25-20.
Annie Holesinger led the team in kills with 17, and blocks with eight. Kailey Carmean was tops with 23 assists, Kylie Oberlin had four kills and Savannah Stoepker had 12 digs.
The Raiders next face Glen Oaks Community College on Tuesday at the Gerald R. Ford Fieldhouse.