Grand Junction is 0-10 against Fruita Monument since April of 2021 but things could change on Thursday. The Tigers will be playing at home against the Wildcats at 6:00 p.m. Given that the two teams suffered a loss in their last games, they both have a little extra motivation heading into this contest.
Grand Junction came into their game on Saturday off a hard-fought close win, but unfortunately suffered a serious change of fortune. They came up short against Monarch, falling 3-0. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest defeat the Tigers have suffered since September 23rd.
Haleigh Blaylock
| 09/30/25 vs Grand Junction Central | 1 |
| 10/02/25 @ Palisade | 1 |
| 10/10/25 vs Rangeview | 1 |
| 10/11/25 vs Arapahoe | 1 |
| 08/26/25 vs Coal Ridge | 2 |
Despite the loss, Grand Junction saw an underclassman step up: freshman Haleigh Blaylock had five digs and five aces. Those five aces set a new season-high mark for Blaylock. Harper Young also deserves some recognition as she posted her first assists of the season.
Meanwhile, Fruita Monument came up short against Durango on Friday and fell 3-1.
While Fruita Monument ultimately came up short, they really made Durango work, particularly in the first set. Once all was said and done, the final score wound up at 27-25, 25-22, 23-25, 25-20.
Fruita Monument's defeat dropped their record down to 13-4. As for Grand Junction, their loss dropped their record down to 7-11.
Here's a few offensive stats to keep an eye on ahead of Thursday's matchup: Grand Junction hasn't let much over the net this season, having averaged 5.3 blocks per game. It's a different story for Fruita Monument, though, as they've been averaging only 1.7 blocks. Given Grand Junction's sizable advantage in that area, the Wildcats will need to find a way to close that gap.
Grand Junction couldn't quite get it done against Fruita Monument when the teams last played back in September as they fell 3-1. Will the Tigers have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
