The Chagrin Valley Conference has established itself as one of Northeast Ohio’s premier volleyball leagues, and the 2026 season promises to be another competitive race from top to bottom. While graduation claimed several standout seniors, the conference returns an impressive collection of proven talent ready to lead their programs this fall.
Leading the way is Faith Vencill of Edgewood, the conference’s lone returning All-Ohio selection. The Division IV First Team All-Ohio outside hitter finished the 2025 season with 470 kills while posting an outstanding .468 hitting percentage, establishing herself as one of Ohio’s elite offensive players.
Beyond Vencill, the CVC welcomes back numerous first-team all-conference selections, statistical leaders and experienced veterans. Every division features players capable of changing the course of a match, whether through dominant attacking, strong play at the net, elite defense or outstanding leadership from the setter position.
Chagrin Division
The Chagrin Division once again features several experienced front-row players, with Perry, West Geauga, Orange and Hawken all returning proven all-conference talent. Expect another balanced race with several teams bringing back the core of last year’s success.
Emily Mechenbier, Perry (Junior)
Position: Middle Blocker | 2025 Stats: .464 Hitting Percentage | Honors: First Team All-CVC
Emily Mechenbier enjoyed one of the state’s most efficient offensive seasons in 2025, ranking ninth in Ohio with a .464 hitting percentage. The First Team All-CVC selection returns as one of the conference’s premier middle blockers and will once again be a focal point for Perry Volleyball.
Anna Grill, West Geauga (Senior)
Position: Outside Hitter | Honors: First Team All-CVC
Anna Grill earned First Team All-CVC recognition after another outstanding season with West Geauga Volleyball. Her experience, leadership and offensive production make her one of the division’s top returning attackers.
Kelsie Fink, West Geauga (Junior)
Position: Middle Hitter | Honors: Second Team All-CVC
Kelsie Fink continues to develop into one of the conference’s top young middle hitters after earning Second Team All-CVC honors as a sophomore. She joins Grill to give West Geauga Volleyball a strong returning front row.
Olivia Penzenik, West Geauga (Junior)
Position: Defensive Specialist | Honors: Second Team All-CVC
Olivia Penzenik earned Second Team All-CVC honors while becoming one of West Geauga Volleyball’s most dependable back-row players. Her defensive consistency gives the Wolverines experience on every level of the court.
Lilly O’Brien, Hawken (Senior)
Position: Outside Hitter | Honors: Second Team All-CVC
Lilly O’Brien returns after another strong season for Hawken Volleyball. The senior outside hitter provides veteran leadership and offensive consistency as the Hawks look to challenge in the division.
Maddie Moore, Orange (Senior)
Position: Outside Hitter | Honors: Second Team All-CVC
Maddie Moore gives Orange Volleyball another experienced offensive option entering the 2026 season. Her veteran presence and front-row versatility will be important for the Lions.
Sophia Newman, Orange (Senior)
Position: Outside Hitter | Honors: First Team All-CVC
Sophia Newman established herself as one of the conference’s premier outside hitters after earning First Team All-CVC honors in 2025. Orange Volleyball will once again count on Newman to lead the attack and provide senior leadership throughout the season.
Lake Division
The Lake Division features the conference’s lone returning All-Ohio player and several accomplished all-conference standouts. Edgewood, Jefferson, Madison, Lakeside and Geneva all return experienced leaders, making the division one of the conference’s deepest entering the 2026 season.
Faith Vencill, Edgewood (Senior)
Position: Outside Hitter | 2025 Stats: 470 Kills, .468 Hitting Percentage | Honors: Division IV First Team All-Ohio, First Team All-CVC
Faith Vencill enters the 2026 season as the Chagrin Valley Conference’s premier returning player. The Division IV First Team All-Ohio selection ranked fifth in Ohio with a .468 hitting percentage while finishing with 470 kills. Edgewood Volleyball will once again lean on Vencill’s offensive firepower as the Warriors pursue another conference championship and postseason run.
Summer Matthews, Edgewood (Junior)
Position: Setter | 2025 Stats: 802 Assists | Honors: Second Team All-CVC
Summer Matthews enjoyed an outstanding sophomore campaign, finishing with 802 assists to rank 41st in Ohio. Her ability to distribute the ball gives Edgewood Volleyball one of the conference’s most dynamic offensive attacks and forms an outstanding partnership with Vencill.
Rhiley Williams, Geneva (Senior)
Position: Middle Hitter | Honors: First Team All-CVC
Rhiley Williams returns after earning First Team All-CVC honors while anchoring Geneva Volleyball at the net. Her experience, consistency and leadership provide the Eagles with one of the division’s top returning middle hitters.
Lauren Hanek, Jefferson (Senior)
Position: Middle Hitter | Honors: First Team All-CVC
Lauren Hanek enters her senior season as one of the conference’s most accomplished front-row players. A First Team All-CVC selection, Hanek gives Jefferson Volleyball a dependable presence at the net and valuable veteran leadership.
Brooklyn Hicks, Jefferson (Junior)
Position: Middle Hitter | Honors: Second Team All-CVC
Brooklyn Hicks continues to emerge as one of the conference’s top young middle hitters after earning Second Team All-CVC honors as a sophomore. Alongside Hanek, she gives Jefferson Volleyball one of the CVC’s strongest returning middle combinations.
Gabby Kaplan, Lakeside (Senior)
Position: Setter / Right Side | Honors: First Team All-CVC
Gabby Kaplan is one of the conference’s most versatile returning players. A First Team All-CVC selection, she contributes as both a setter and right-side hitter, giving Lakeside Volleyball tremendous flexibility while serving as one of the Dragons’ top offensive leaders.
Gracie Kless, Madison (Senior)
Position: Libero | Honors: First Team All-CVC
Gracie Kless returns after earning First Team All-CVC honors as the defensive anchor for Madison Volleyball. Her ability to control the back row and excel in serve receive makes her one of the conference’s top returning liberos.
Kami Titman, Madison (Junior)
Position: Setter | Honors: Second Team All-CVC
Kami Titman returns after directing Madison Volleyball’s offense throughout the 2025 season. The junior setter earned Second Team All-CVC honors and gives the Blue Streaks an experienced floor leader heading into another competitive campaign.
Molly Cantrell, North (Senior)
Position: Outside Hitter | Honors: Honorable Mention All-WRC
Molly Cantrell provides North Volleyball with an experienced offensive leader entering her senior season. After earning Honorable Mention All-WRC recognition in 2025, Cantrell will once again be counted on to lead the Rangers’ attack and provide veteran leadership.
Metro Division
The Metro Division returns an impressive blend of veteran leadership and emerging young talent. Beachwood brings back an experienced core, while Fairview, Brooklyn, Cuyahoga Heights, Independence and Richmond Heights each return key contributors who should help shape the division race throughout the 2026 season.
Casie Baker, Beachwood (Senior)
Position: Setter | Honors: First Team All-CVC
Casie Baker returns after earning First Team All-CVC honors while directing Beachwood Volleyball‘s offense throughout the 2025 season. Her leadership, court vision and decision-making make her one of the conference’s premier returning setters.
Kaylin Hilliard, Beachwood (Senior)
Position: Outside Hitter | Honors: First Team All-CVC
Kaylin Hilliard enters her senior season after another outstanding campaign for Beachwood Volleyball. A First Team All-CVC selection, Hilliard provides the Bison with an experienced offensive leader capable of carrying the attack.
Miriam Aschkenasy, Beachwood (Senior)
Position: Middle Hitter | Honors: Second Team All-CVC
Miriam Aschkenasy gives Beachwood Volleyball another experienced front-row presence after earning Second Team All-CVC honors in 2025. Her play at the net rounds out one of the division’s most experienced returning lineups.
Mia Glover, Brooklyn (Senior)
Position: Outside Hitter / Defensive Specialist | Honors: Second Team All-CVC
Mia Glover is one of the Metro Division’s most versatile players. Whether attacking from the outside or anchoring the back row, Glover’s all-around game makes her an invaluable leader for Brooklyn Volleyball entering her senior season.
Alex Williams, Cuyahoga Heights (Senior)
Position: Libero | Honors: First Team All-CVC
Alex Williams returns as the defensive anchor for Cuyahoga Heights Volleyball after earning First Team All-CVC recognition. Her consistency in serve receive and ability to control the back row will once again be vital to the Red Wolves’ success.
Chloe King, Fairview (Senior)
Position: Setter | Honors: First Team All-CVC
Chloe King enters her senior season after leading Fairview Volleyball‘s offense to another successful campaign. The First Team All-CVC setter provides the Warriors with one of the conference’s most dependable floor leaders.
Brooklyn Schmidt, Fairview (Senior)
Position: Right Side | Honors: First Team All-CVC
Brooklyn Schmidt earned First Team All-CVC honors after becoming one of Fairview Volleyball’s top offensive weapons. Her size, experience and ability to attack from the right side make her a player to watch throughout the 2026 season.
Julia Jurkiewicz, Independence (Junior)
Position: Setter | 2025 Stats: 500 Assists, 65 Aces, 100 Digs
Julia Jurkiewicz directed the Independence Volleyball offense with 500 assists while adding 65 service aces and 100 digs during her sophomore season. Her all-around production gives the Blue Devils one of the Metro Division’s top returning setters entering 2026.
Mia Mudra, Independence (Sophomore)
Position: Right Side | 2025 Stats: 136 Kills, 12 Blocks, 48 Digs
Mia Mudra made an immediate impact as a freshman, finishing with 136 kills, 12 blocks and 48 digs for Independence Volleyball. Her offensive production and continued development make her one of the division’s top young players.
Raquel Dickson, Richmond Heights (Junior)
Position: Middle Blocker | Honors: Second Team All-CVC
Raquel Dickson emerged as one of the conference’s promising young middle blockers after earning Second Team All-CVC honors as a sophomore. She returns to lead the front row for Richmond Heights Volleyball and is poised for another strong season.
Valley Division
Year after year, the Valley Division produces some of the conference’s most competitive volleyball, and the 2026 season should be no different. Kirtland, Chagrin Falls and Crestwood each return multiple all-conference performers, while Lutheran West brings back one of the conference’s brightest young stars. With experienced talent spread throughout the division, every conference match promises to be a battle.
Sadie Conrad, Chagrin Falls (Senior)
Position: Libero | Honors: First Team All-CVC
Sadie Conrad returns as the defensive leader for Chagrin Falls Volleyball after earning First Team All-CVC honors in 2025. Her ability to control the back row and excel in serve receive gives the Tigers one of the conference’s top returning liberos.
Margaret Svette, Chagrin Falls (Sophomore)
Position: Setter | Honors: Second Team All-CVC
Margaret Svette made an immediate impact during her freshman season, earning Second Team All-CVC recognition while directing the Tigers’ offense. Her continued development gives Chagrin Falls Volleyball one of the conference’s top young setters.
Lily Victoroff, Chagrin Falls (Senior)
Position: Middle Hitter | Honors: Second Team All-CVC
Lily Victoroff returns after receiving Second Team All-CVC honors in 2025. The experienced senior provides Chagrin Falls Volleyball with a reliable presence at the net and valuable leadership entering her final season.
Jackie Blasiole, Crestwood (Senior)
Position: Outside Hitter | Honors: Second Team All-CVC
Jackie Blasiole earned Second Team All-CVC honors while helping Crestwood Volleyball enjoy another successful season. Her six-rotation ability and experience make her one of the Red Devils’ top returning players.
Abby Hayes, Crestwood (Senior)
Position: Outside Hitter | Honors: First Team All-CVC
Abby Hayes enters her senior season after earning First Team All-CVC recognition in 2025. One of the division’s most complete players, Hayes will once again lead Crestwood Volleyball offensively while providing veteran leadership.
Andriana Grman, Kirtland (Senior)
Position: Setter | 2025 Stats: 78 Aces | Honors: Second Team All-CVC
Andriana Grman gives Kirtland Volleyball an experienced floor leader entering her senior season. In addition to directing the Hornets’ offense, she ranked among Ohio’s leaders with 78 service aces, making her one of the conference’s most dangerous servers.
Bria Golem, Kirtland (Senior)
Position: Libero | 2025 Stats: 492 Digs | Honors: First Team All-CVC
Bria Golem enters the season as one of the conference’s premier defensive players after recording 492 digs to rank among Ohio’s leaders. Kirtland Volleyball will once again count on Golem to anchor its defense and provide steady leadership.
Sophia Raguz, Kirtland (Senior)
Position: Middle Blocker | 2025 Stats: 102 Blocks
Sophia Raguz established herself as one of the conference’s top defensive players by finishing tied for 18th in Ohio with 102 blocks. Her size and timing make her a major presence at the net for Kirtland Volleyball.
Ellie Spencer, Kirtland (Senior)
Position: Outside Hitter | Honors: First Team All-CVC
Ellie Spencer returns after another outstanding season for Kirtland Volleyball, earning First Team All-CVC honors. Her all-around game and senior leadership make her one of the Hornets’ most important returning players.
London Trudel, Lutheran West (Sophomore)
Position: Outside Hitter | Honors: First Team All-CVC
London Trudel burst onto the scene as a freshman, earning First Team All-CVC honors in her first varsity season. One of the conference’s brightest young stars, Trudel gives Lutheran West Volleyball a player capable of becoming one of the league’s premier attackers.
The Chagrin Valley Conference once again features outstanding talent from every division entering the 2026 season. Whether it’s Edgewood’s returning All-Ohio standout, Kirtland’s veteran core, West Geauga’s balanced lineup or Beachwood’s experienced leadership, every division boasts players capable of leading championship-caliber teams.
With experienced veterans returning alongside several talented underclassmen, another memorable volleyball season is on the horizon. By the time the conference race reaches October, many of these names will once again be among the biggest reasons their teams are competing for Chagrin Valley Conference championships.
