5A/4A Colorado’s Can’t-Miss Late Season Matches

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The clock is ticking, the stakes are rising, and the late-season fireworks are about to light up across Colorado high school volleyball. We're in the home stretch of the regular season in 5A and 4A, where powerhouse programs collide, league titles hang in the balance, and postseason seeding could swing with every set. Big-time teams. Big-time players. Big-time moments. This is late-season volleyball at its best.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Circle your calendars—because this week delivers several heavyweight match-ups with playoff implications written all over them. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Tue. October 21st</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline">Chaparrel vs. Rock Canyon</span></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>A top 5 five match-up in the state of Colorado, #4 Rock Canyon hosts #5 Chaparral this Tuesday. Despite Rock Canyon's higher state ranking, Chapparal currently holds the #2 spot in the Continental League keeping the Jaguars at #3. The Wolverine's experienced roster has driven them to success, with seniors [player_tooltip player_id='806290' first='Lauren' last='Waggoner'], [player_tooltip player_id='800040' first='Ava' last='Johnson'], [player_tooltip player_id='826494' first='Jaiden' last='Kinn'], and [player_tooltip player_id='825732' first='Emily' last='Hoer'] leading the way. Sophomore setter Ainsley Adams has been a stellar standout for the Wolverines, alongside fellow sophomore defensive specialist [player_tooltip player_id='792611' first='Brooke' last='Wildhagen'].</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Make no mistake, Rock Canyon's roster is chock full of experience as well. A trio of senior captains, [player_tooltip player_id='738567' first='Logan' last='Cary'], Giana Blanco, and [player_tooltip player_id='804492' first='Amari' last='Clark'], the Jags have been a powerhouse in all of Colorado volleyball the entire season. Senior setter Rachel Christensen has also stepped in to run part of the offense, allowing the Jaguars to utilize <a href="https://prepdig.com/player/logan-cary/">Cary's</a> impressive attacking abilities.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>This is a match-up you don't wanna miss. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline">Valor vs. Ralston Valley</span></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Another inter-league match-up, Valor Christian (#2 in 5A and all of Colorado) takes on Ralston Valley (#6 in 5A and #7 in Colorado). Both undefeated in the 5A Jeffco League, this match will have huge rewards for the victor...and will leave some questions for the loser. <br><br>Three-time defending 5A state champion Valor Christian Eagles have a plethora of talent on their roster. Seniors [player_tooltip player_id='804854' first='Bergen' last='Waitman'], [player_tooltip player_id='738577' first='Tegan' last='Beuhler'], and [player_tooltip player_id='805842' first='Jenna' last='Bell'], alongside sophomore [player_tooltip player_id='845309' first='Camble' last='Booth'] and freshman Kora Fisher lead the Eagles attacking, all hitting well above .200. Piper McFadden has been an absolutely integral part of the Eagles offensive success, boasting 420 assists and leading her team to an eye-popping .330 hitting percentage.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Ralston Valley has been absolutely crushing it for the last two months, their last loss having been back in August to Chaparral. This Ralston Valley squad of only upperclassmen is led by seniors [player_tooltip player_id='738604' first='Rylee' last='Sonnenfeld'] and <a href="https://prepdig.com/2025/09/top-5-colorado-high-school-middles-owning-the-front-row/">Lily Grau</a>, both highly effective attackers in the front row. In the back court, senior libero <a href="https://prepdig.com/2025/09/current-stat-leaders-in-colorado-girls-high-school-volleyball/">Bella Goodall</a> and fellow senior defensive specialist Courtney Miller have provided solid defense.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline">Windsor vs. University</span></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>So far we've covered some pretty massive 5A matches in this article, so it's time to kick it on over to 4A. #2 ranked Windsor will duke it out with #6 University. This is the first time each squad is seeing each other, so it should be an interesting battle of power, strategy, and adjustments.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Windsor's offense is being ran by two young, but very talented setters this season. Freshman Jasmine White and sophomore Hallie Burroughs have provided their teams with about 200 assists a piece leading their team to a .196 hitting percentage. In the back row, Windsor has one of the most entertaining and talented liberos to watch in [player_tooltip player_id='809360' first='Avery' last='Smiley']. With 249 digs on the season so far, Smiley provides a ton of stability for the Windsor passers and defenders.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>University has a ton of depth on their squad and they sure know how to utilize it. Led by sophomore setter Kenley Rudiger (502 assists on the season), the University Bulldogs are hitting at a .306 clip. Sophomore outside hitter [player_tooltip player_id='807908' first='Delaney' last='Lauer'] is ranked #1 in all of 4A volleyball in hitting percentage, closely followed by fellow outside hitter [player_tooltip player_id='805905' first='Jordan' last='Halley']. <a href="https://prepdig.com/player/kaydence-lucero/">Kaydence Lucero</a> has also been a stud at the net for University with 54 blocks on the season. This 4A matchup should be an absolute battle at the net and an explosive match to watch. What more can you ask for? <br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Thurs. October 23rd</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline"><br>Cheyenne Mountain vs. Lewis Palmer </span></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>We'll keep it on the 4A track here for our last must-watch match of the week. Another top 10 match-up, #8 Lewis Palmer will be battling it out with #10 Cheyenne Mountain. Two programs that have consistently proven to be state championship contenders in the past, this match should be full of high level volleyball. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The last time Cheyenne Mountain met at Lewis Palmer, the latter walked away with a clean sweep. Captain duo [player_tooltip player_id='412442' first='Brynn' last='Ressler'] and [player_tooltip player_id='808001' first='Landry' last='Roberts'] will look to even the score as they host Lewis Palmer later this week. Ressler has been on fire this season, playing both outside hitter and libero for the Cheyenne Mountain squad. Senior opposite and setter [player_tooltip player_id='845676' first='Kaisa' last='Dowd'] and sophomore middle blocker [player_tooltip player_id='821757' first='Aivah' last='King'] have been dominating at the net this season and will look to do the same this Thursday.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Lewis Palmer will be led by senior outside [player_tooltip player_id='835403' first='Madi' last='Crowe'] and senior setter/opposite <a href="https://prepdig.com/2025/01/players-to-watch-class-of-2026/">Keira Lunn</a>. Lewis Palmer boasts a mature roster of upperclassmen with lots of depth. Senior libero [player_tooltip player_id='800589' first='Cady' last='Knight'] has been a standout in the back row for Lewis Palmer providing lots of stability as a passer and defender.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->