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The featured standouts of the 2026–27 Memorial Mustangs volleyball team.
POWER GRID: VYPE Houston Volleyball Rankings | Memorial, Klein Oak, LC Surge as District Play Begins
The Panthers (30-3) and Memorial (24-3) have skyrocketed in the state rankings, emerging from the fall tournament stage as legitimate contenders wielding ridiculously balanced starting rotations. Tompkins (17-5) and Cy Ranch (20-7) aren’t far behind among the undeniable heavy-hitters, joined by Clear Springs, Fulshear, College Park, Seven Lakes, and Grand Oaks.
Meanwhile, Jordan (18-7), Dawson (18-11), and Bridgeland (13-9) have each made considerable strides in short order, steadily climbing the charts and adding another layer to an increasingly crowded field.
The same competitive pulse carries into the 5A/4A rankings. Lake Creek (25-8) has knocked off quality 6A opponents including Grand Oaks, Clear Springs, Plano East, and College Park over the past three weeks, establishing the Lions as a formidable force in 5A. Friendswood (21-6) and Montgomery (26-6) follow closely behind, while breakout squads Kempner (22-2) and Iowa Colony (19-8) have joined the mix.
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*** The second section shows the team’s current record (per MaxPreps as of 9/8/2026)
VYPE Houston 6A Top 20 Volleyball Rankings — September 2026
1. Tomball Cougars — 20-4 | 3-0 in District 15-6A
2. Klein Oak Panthers — 30-3 | 3-0 in District 15-6A
3. Tompkins Falcons — 17-5 | 3-0 in District 22-6A
4. Cypress Ranch Mustangs — 20-7 | 0-0 in District 23-6A
5. Memorial Mustangs — 24-3 | 3-0 in District 20-6A
6. Clear Springs Chargers — 21-8 | 0-0 in District 18-6A
7. Fulshear Chargers — 16-9 | 0-0 in District 23-6A
8. College Park Cavaliers — 16-8 | 0-0 in District 13-6A
9. Seven Lakes Spartans — 17-10 | 3-0 in District 22-6A
10. Grand Oaks Grizzlies — 18-11 | 0-0 in District 13-6A
11. Jordan Warriors — 18-7 | 3-1 in District 22-6A
12. Dawson Eagles — 18-11 | 4-0 in District 19-6A
13. Bridgeland Bears — 13-9 | 0-0 in District 23-6A
14. Atascocita Eagles — 12-5 | 0-0 in District 17-6A
15. Clear Lake Falcons — 20-8 | 0-0 in District 18-6A
16. Stratford Spartans — 18-11 | 2-1 in District 20-6A
17. Pearland Oilers — 16-12 | 3-1 in District 19-6A
18. Barbers Hill Eagles — 20-9 | 0-0 in District 18-6A
19. Fort Bend Austin Bulldogs — 20-8 | 1-0 in District 21-6A
20. Shadow Creek Sharks — 16-11 | 2-1 in District 19-6A
Others to Watch: Oak Ridge War Eagles, Deer Park Deer, Ridge Point Panthers, Summer Creek Bulldogs, Katy Tigers, Willis Wildkats, Dickinson Gators, Tomball Memorial Wildcats, Cypress Woods Wildcats, Waller Bulldogs, Langham Creek Lobos, Manvel Mavericks, Cy-Fair Bobcats
VYPE Houston 5A/4A Top 10 Volleyball Rankings — September 2026
1. Lake Creek Lions (5A) — 25-8 | 0-0 in District 17-5A
2. Friendswood Mustangs (5A) — 21-6 | 3-0 in District 20-5A
3. Montgomery Bears (5A) — 26-6 | 0-0 in District 17-5A
4. Kempner Cougars (5A) — 22-2 | 4-0 in District 22-5A
5. West Fork Gators (5A) — 21-9 | 0-0 in District 18-5A
6. Iowa Colony Pioneers (5A) — 19-8 | 3-1 in District 20-5A
7. Huffman Hargrave Falcons (4A) — 19-8 | 0-0 in District 19-4A
8. Bellville Brahmas (4A) — 15-11 | 0-0 in District 23-4A
9. Livingston Lions (4A) — 21-7 | 0-0 in District 19-4A
10. Needville Bluejays (4A) — 17-11 | 1-0 in District 22-4A
Others to Watch: Liberty Panthers (19-4A), Angleton Wildcats (20-5A), Dayton Broncos (19-5A), La Porte Bulldogs (20-5A), Porter Spartans (18-5A), Lamar Consolidated Mustangs (22-5A), Kingwood Park Panthers (18-5A)
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The featured standouts of the 2026–27 Clear Springs Chargers volleyball team.
THE SETUP: No. 5 Clear Springs | VYPE Houston Volleyball 2026 Preseason Rankings
Young should deliver similar production this fall—if not more—with fellow senior Madelyn “Mady” Powell back at setter. Just as comfortable on the court as she is in the sand, Powell earned first-team all-district acclaim after totaling over 750 assists and 350 digs.
She’ll be complemented by senior setter Karmen O’Quinn, while junior Olivia Barnett works opposite Young on the pin. Junior middle Gavin Cramer was named District Co-Newcomer of the Year a season ago after contributing roughly 110 blocks and 160 kills.
While Co-Defensive Player of the Year Lianna Kearns (now at Concordia University) has graduated, Alabama-bound junior Aubree Svoboda is expected to fill the void seamlessly after a first-team campaign featuring 320 digs and 624 serve receptions.
According to McClellen, Clear Springs is “a group that understands the game as well as each other. Now, it’s about tightening up the details and making sure the experience shows up every day.”
The district may have shifted to 18-6A in UIL realignment, but the slate remains unchanged. So, will this be the fall the Chargers reset the standard?
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