Five Granbury High School Lady Pirate volleyball players have been recognized by the American Volleyball Coaches Association (AVCA) as recipients of the 2026 AVCA Best and Brightest Awards, honoring outstanding academic achievement and athletic performance.
The AVCA announced a record 1,646 senior student-athletes nationwide as honorees in the sixth annual awards program, recognizing volleyball players who demonstrate excellence both in the classroom and on the court.
Granbury High School's 2026 honorees include:
- First Team: Calli Preston
- Second Team: Masyn Noe
- Third Team: Amelia Feao
- Third Team: Kyleigh Huggins
- Third Team: Avree Kendrick
The AVCA Best and Brightest Award recognizes high school senior volleyball players who excel academically while making significant contributions to their varsity teams. To qualify, student-athletes must have earned at least a 3.5 unweighted GPA on a 4.0 scale during their junior year and participated in at least 50% of their varsity team's sets during their senior season.
This prestigious recognition highlights the dedication, discipline, and commitment these Lady Pirates demonstrate as student-athletes, balancing academic success with the demands of competing at a high level.