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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
Seven Lakes' Gracie Hobin (Vanderbilt commit)
POWER GRID: VYPE Houston Volleyball Rankings | Seven Lakes, Grand Oaks, TMHS Elevate After Key Rivalry Wins
Meanwhile, Seven Lakes gets a sizable boost after an unblemished start to district play, highlighted by pivotal victories over Tompkins and Jordan. Grand Oaks also strengthened its standing by pulling off a reverse sweep over College Park, putting the Grizzlies firmly at the front of the 13-6A race as they pursue their fifth straight district title.
Atascocita, Stratford, Pearland, Fort Bend Austin also made notable moves upward, while Tomball Memorial and Dickinson make their respective debuts on the list.
The overall power dynamic remains largely unchanged in 5A, with Lake Creek holding onto the top spot after sweeping cross-town rival Montgomery. Friendswood continues to set the pace in District 20-5A, while Galveston Ball has quietly emerged as a formidable challenger.
In the private-school ranks, Episcopal skyrockets to No. 1 after a series of benchmark wins over fellow powerhouses, including John Cooper, Lutheran South Academy, and defending SPC 4A champion St. John’s. At the same time, Cypress Christian and FBCA are primed for an entertaining TAPPS 5A district race, setting the stage for what could be an extensive playoff run.
Grand Oaks Grizzlies
Matt Powell (VYPE)
*** The second section shows the team’s current record (per MaxPreps as of 9/27/2026)
VYPE Houston 6A Top 20 Volleyball Rankings — End of September 2026
2. Klein Oak Panthers — 35-4 | 8-1 in District 15-6A
3. Cypress Ranch Mustangs — 26-7 | 6-0 in District 23-6A
4. Memorial Mustangs — 30-3 | 9-0 in District 20-6A
5. Clear Springs Chargers — 27-8 | 6-0 in District 18-6A
6. Seven Lakes Spartans — 22-10 | 8-0 in District 22-6A
7. Tompkins Falcons — 22-6 | 8-1 in District 22-6A
8. Grand Oaks Grizzlies — 25-11 | 6-0 in District 13-6A
9. Fulshear Chargers — 21-10 | 5-1 in District 23-6A
10. College Park Cavaliers — 21-9 | 5-1 in District 13-6A
11. Atascocita Eagles — 18-5 | 6-0 in District 17-6A
12. Dawson Eagles — 24-11 | 9-0 in District 19-6A
13. Tomball Memorial Wildcats — 22-12 | 7-2 in District 15-6A
14. Bridgeland Bears — 17-11 | 4-2 in District 23-6A
15. Stratford Spartans — 23-11 | 7-1 in District 20-6A
16. Pearland Oilers — 22-12 | 8-1 in District 19-6A
17. Jordan Warriors — 21-10 | 6-3 in District 22-6A
18. Fort Bend Austin Bulldogs — 25-9 | 6-0 in District 21-6A
19. Dickinson Gators — 23-8 | 5-1 in District 18-6A
20. Shadow Creek Sharks — 20-12 | 6-2 in District 19-6A
Others to Watch: Clear Lake Falcons (18-6A), Summer Creek Bulldogs (17-6A), Barbers Hill Eagles (18-6A), Oak Ridge War Eagles (13-6A), Langham Creek Lobos (16-6A), Ridge Point Panthers (21-6A), Magnolia Bulldogs (15-6A), Cy-Fair Bobcats (16-6A), Katy Tigers (22-6A), Deer Park Deer (18-6A), Foster Falcons (23-6A), Cypress Woods Wildcats (16-6A), Waller Bulldogs (23-6A), Manvel Mavericks (19-6A), Mayde Creek Rams (22-6A)
VYPE Houston 5A/4A Top 10 Volleyball Rankings — End of September 2026
1. Lake Creek Lions (5A) — 30-9 | 5-1 in District 17-5A
2. Friendswood Mustangs (5A) — 26-6 | 9-0 in District 20-5A
3. Montgomery Bears (5A) — 30-8 | 4-2 in District 17-5A
4. Kempner Cougars (5A) — 27-2 | 9-0 in District 22-5A
5. West Fork Gators (5A) — 26-9 | 5-0 in District 18-5A
6. Galveston Ball Tornadoes (5A) — 27-7 | 8-1 in District 20-5A
7. Iowa Colony Pioneers (5A) — 24-9 | 7-2 in District 20-5A
8. Bellville Brahmas (4A) — 26-11 | 6-0 in District 23-4A
9. Huffman Hargrave Falcons (4A) — 24-9 | 3-1 in District 19-4A
10. Livingston Lions (4A) — 24-9 | 2-2 in District 19-4A
Others to Watch: Liberty Panthers (19-4A), Lamar Consolidated Mustangs (22-5A), La Porte Bulldogs (20-5A), Dayton Broncos (19-5A), Angleton Wildcats (20-5A), Kingwood Park Panthers (18-5A)
VYPE Houston Private School Top 5 Volleyball Rankings — End of September 2026
2. The John Cooper School Dragons — 19-5 | 0-2 in SPC 4A
3. Cypress Christian Warriors — 21-5-1 | 3-0 in TAPPS District 5-5A
4. Fort Bend Christian Academy Eagles — 14-7-1 | 3-1 in TAPPS District 5-5A
Others to Watch: Second Baptist Eagles, St. John XXIII Lions, Concordia Lutheran Crusaders, St. John's School Mavericks, Providence Classical Paladins, Houston Christian Mustangs, The Awty International School Rams
