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Tomball (30-7) climbs back into H-Town’s Top 3 after rallying to claim the District 15-6A crown.
POWER GRID: VYPE Houston Volleyball Rankings | The Final Picture Before the 2026 Playoffs
Meanwhile, Tomball (30-7) turned up the heat in the second round of district play, defeating Klein Oak once again while avenging earlier losses to Tomball Memorial, Magnolia, and Klein Cain to reclaim the District 15-6A title. The Lady Coogs consequently surge back into the Top 3, carrying renewed momentum and aspirations of another trip to State.
In the 5A landscape, Lake Creek (37-10) presents a particularly compelling storyline, having captured a share of the District 17-5A title despite enduring one of the area's toughest district slates. By splitting their season series with A&M Consolidated and College Station while sweeping Montgomery, the Lady Lions secured their first district championship since 2021 — and their first under head coach Kayli Kane.
Friendswood, Kempner, and West Fork also finished district play unbeaten, while Bellville and Needville set the pace in 4A.
The rankings are finalized. Now comes the real test.
Bellville Brahmas
Photo by Matt Powell (VYPE)
*** The second section shows the team’s current record (per MaxPreps as of 10/25/2026)
VYPE Houston 6A Top 20 Volleyball Rankings
October 2026 | Pre-Playoff Edition
1. Cypress Ranch Mustangs — 34-7 | 14-0 in District 23-6A*
2. Tomball Cougars — 30-7 | 13-3 in District 15-6A*
3. Memorial Mustangs — 38-3 | 16-0 in District 20-6A*
4. Clear Springs Chargers — 34-9 | 13-1 in District 18-6A
5. Seven Lakes Spartans — 30-10 | 16-0 in District 22-6A*
6. Tompkins Falcons — 28-7 | 14-2 in District 22-6A
7. Grand Oaks Grizzlies — 31-12 | 13-1 in District 13-6A*
8. Klein Oak Panthers — 40-7 | 12-4 in District 15-6A
9. Dawson Eagles — 31-11 | 16-0 in District 19-6A*
10. Fulshear Chargers — 27-12 | 11-3 in District 23-6A
11. College Park Cavaliers — 28-10 | 12-2 in District 13-6A
12. Atascocita Eagles — 25-6 | 13-1 in District 17-6A*
13. Tomball Memorial Wildcats — 27-14 | 12-4 in District 15-6A
14. Dickinson Gators — 30-9 | 12-2 in District 18-6A
15. Stratford Spartans — 30-13 | 14-2 in District 20-6A
16. Pearland Oilers — 27-14 | 13-3 in District 19-6A
17. Clear Lake Falcons — 30-13 | 9-5 in District 18-6A
18. Fort Bend Austin Bulldogs — 30-10 | 11-1 in District 21-6A*
19. Shadow Creek Sharks — 27-13 | 13-3 in District 19-6A
20. Bridgeland Bears — 22-14 | 9-5 in District 23-6A
Others to Watch: Summer Creek Bulldogs (17-6A), Barbers Hill Eagles (18-6A), Cy-Fair Bobcats (16-6A), Katy Tigers (22-6A), Oak Ridge War Eagles (13-6A), Langham Creek Lobos (16-6A), Ridge Point Panthers (21-6A), Cypress Woods Wildcats (16-6A), The Woodlands Highlanders (13-6A), Waller Bulldogs (23-6A), Magnolia Bulldogs (15-6A), Manvel Mavericks (22-6A)
VYPE Houston 5A/4A Top 10 Volleyball Rankings
October 2026 | Pre-Playoff Edition
2. Friendswood Mustangs (5A) — 33-6 | 16-0 in District 20-5A*
3. Montgomery Bears (5A) — 36-10 | 10-4 in District 17-5A
4. Kempner Cougars (5A) — 33-2 | 16-0 in District 22-5A*
5. West Fork Gators (5A) — 33-9 | 12-0 in District 18-5A*
6. Bellville Brahmas (4A) — 34-11 | 14-0 in District 23-4A*
7. Galveston Ball Tornadoes (5A) — 33-9 | 13-3 in District 20-5A
8. Needville Bluejays (4A) — 31-11 | 14-0 in District 22-4A*
9. Huffman Hargrave Falcons (4A) — 28-11 | 7-3 in District 19-4A
10. Iowa Colony Pioneers (5A) — 29-12 | 11-5 in District 20-5A
VYPE Houston Private School Top 5 Volleyball Rankings
October 2026 | Pre-Playoff Edition
Whataburger Team of the Week: Seven Lakes VB Claims First District Title Since 2020
Beyond the district crown, 2020 was also the year Seven Lakes put it all together to capture the Class 6A state championship — an intriguing parallel that adds another layer of significance to what head coach Amy Cataline’s squad is accomplishing now.
As far as talent goes, this group is as skilled as they come.
Senior Gracie Hobin continues to be brilliant from the pin, evidenced by her team-leading 439 kills and more than 250 digs.
The middle-blocking tandem of Willtrace “Wiggles” Ngoh and Nlonna Okwura might just be among the most gifted in Texas. Together, the duo has combined for nearly 500 kills and more than 200 blocks, while junior setter Ani Reyes has elevated her game considerably, dishing out 754 assists. Senior defensive specialist Emma Sabelli has been equally impressive, collecting nearly 350 digs of her own this fall.
With the playoffs beginning next week, it’s safe to say Seven Lakes has timed its hot streak to perfection.
