Grad Student Forward Oralye Kiefer Delivers Career-High 22 Points and Leads Merrimack in Blocks
Oralye Kiefer, a graduate student forward for the Merrimack Warriors, has surged in her second season with an uptick in playing time, showcasing elite defensive intensity as the team's top blocker (2.3 per game) in the 2025-26 season while ranking third in rebounds (4.7 RPG) [2][5]. Her differentiator is a rare blend of physical presence and scoring versatility, highlighted by a career-high 22-point performance against Iona that propelled Merrimack to an 8-3 start [9]. As a recent transfer from Northeastern who brings championship-caliber grit and a mature, high-intensity personality, Kiefer is an immediate fit for teams needing a reliable, defensive-minded forward who can also score in the paint and from the perimeter [2][4].
