Riverton, WY— In a series of thrilling home events, the Central Wyoming College Rustlers hosted back-to-back conference volleyball matches, resulting in a mixed outcome. The Rustlers first secured a decisive 3-0 victory over Gillette, only to be edged out 3-1 by Casper in a subsequent match.

During the first match against Gillette, the Rustlers displayed commanding control, winning the sets 25-20, 25-19, and 25-22, respectively. Rachel Workman led the attack with a notable 9 kills, while Sarah Meservey contributed significantly on defense with 2 blocks. The defensive effort was bolstered by Hallie Johnson who amassed 19 digs, helping secure the Rustlers' victory.

The encounter with Casper proved more challenging. The Rustlers started strong, taking the first set 28-26 but faltered in the following sets, losing 22-25, 24-26, and 16-25. Despite the setback, Rachel Workman persisted with a resilient performance, securing 11 kills. Nora Rasmussen stood out as well, scoring 14 kills and making crucial plays with 8 digs. Additionally, Quincey Mathews was instrumental with 40 assists.

The event also featured 'pink night,' adding special recognition to the matches. The Rustlers' next conference game is scheduled for October 24, 2025, where they will face Eastern Wyoming College in Torrington, Wyoming. The Rustlers currently hold a 5-3 record for the season.