Moorhead Volleyball Sweeps St. Michael-Albertville to Advance
Dori Granlund recorded nine kills and Jalynn Janich added eight as the Spuds closed out a three-set victory in the Section 8-4A quarterfinals.
By Bianca Herrera ·
Moorhead volleyball defeated St. Michael-Albertville on Thursday to advance to the section semifinals. The Spuds won the match in straight sets with final scores of 25-12, 25-19, and 25-17. The victory secures their place in the next round of the Minnesota Section 8-4A playoff bracket.
Dori Granlund led the Moorhead offense with nine kills and three blocks. Jalynn Janich contributed eight kills. Jalynn Miller managed 31 assists for the team. Estelle Lindquist recorded 14 digs.
The result extends a strong run for the Spuds in the 2026 season. The win comes as part of the regional quarterfinals held this week. Moorhead now moves on to face the winner of the next matchup in their division.
Other results from Thursday's slate included a sweep by West Fargo Sheyenne over Fargo Davies. Kendal Ray had 11 kills in that 25-17, 25-14, 25-14 win. The Mustangs improved to 30-2 overall and 14-0 in the EDC conference. Brynlie Richman added five aces and 33 assists for Sheyenne.
West Fargo Horace also advanced past Grand Forks Central. Jordan Christofferson and Kendall Mueller each recorded nine kills. Joslyn Asplin and Alivia Suda served three aces apiece. Suda led the Horace team with 16 assists. Courtney Heiser tallied 15 assists and Michaela McGrath finished with two blocks.
