LOVB Clubs Earn Recognition in 2026 AVCA Club Awards and Winners Circle

The American Volleyball Coaches Association (AVCA) has announced its Club Awards and Winners Circle honorees for the 2025-26 season, and LOVB Clubs are well represented.

Each year, the AVCA honors one coach from each girls' age division, 12s through 18s, as well as a Club Director of the Year, Boys Club Director of the Year, and Boys Coach of the Year. Honorees will be celebrated at the AVCA Convention in December.

The AVCA Winners Circle Club list, established in 2023, recognizes coaches and clubs that are elevating the game. To qualify, a team must win at least 70% of its matches, compete at USAV, AAU, or JVA Nationals, and have a team coach or club director who is an AVCA member.

These honors reflect what LOVB Clubs do every day: develop athletes, build strong communities, and compete at the highest level. Congratulations to the directors and coaches recognized this year.

2026 AVCA Club Awards

A5 Volleyball

- Karen Arndt, 13s Coach of the Year

- Stephen Sansing, 16s Coach of the Year

FC Elite

- Steve Scheuerell, 14s Coach of the Year

2026 Winners Circle Club Teams

A5 Volleyball

- Calvin Kehoe, Director

- Karen Arndt, 13s Girls Coach

- Julie Dailey, Director + 18s Girls Coach

- Victoria Peacock, 15s Girls Coach

Stars Carolinas

- Corey Helle, Director + 17s and 18s Boys Coach