March 6, 2026

Kiiyani Anitielu (Navajo/Samoan) Named a Preseason All-RMAC selection for Adams State

Kiiyani Anitielu (Navajo/Samoan) was named a Preseason All-RMAC selection for Adams State University women’s basketball program

Last season was a breakout year for Anitielu, highlighted by setting a major conference scoring record and earning top conference honors.

Key Highlights

  • Record-Breaking Performance: She scored 52 points in a single game against Westminster, setting the Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference (RMAC) all-time single-game scoring record. This performance also shattered the Adams State single-game record (previously 36 points) and was reportedly the most points scored by any NCAA Division II women’s basketball player that season.
  • Conference Honors: She was named to the 2024-2025 First Team All-Conference (RMAC) and the 2024-2025 South Central All-Region Team.
  • Career Milestone: She surpassed the 1,000 career point mark for her collegiate career with the Grizzlies.