Faith Academy Libero Kyleigh Grosz Won Player of the Week
The freshman libero captured the latest AL.com reader poll after an impressive performance in Week 6.
Updated on Oct. 2, 2026 in Volleyball
Faith Academy freshman libero Kyleigh Grosz has been named the AL.com Volleyball Player of the Week for Week 6. She secured the honor after receiving an overwhelming majority of the total votes cast in the regional poll.
Why it matters
The recognition highlights the impact of Faith Academy's standout freshman during a dominant season. Her performance reflects the team's strong standing in the state rankings as they continue their competitive schedule.
Grosz earned her win with 7,658 votes, while recording 100 digs, 14 aces, and 9 assists during the week. This performance contributes to Faith Academy's current 33-3 season record as they hold the third spot in the AL.com rankings.
The players
Kyleigh Grosz
She is a freshman libero for the Faith Academy Rams high school volleyball team.
Faith Academy
This is a high school located in Mobile that currently holds a 33-3 season record.
Alice Wood
She is a high school volleyball athlete who finished second in the recent voting.
Cailyn Boykin
She is a high school volleyball player who finished third in the poll and recently surpassed 1,000 career digs.
The details
Kyleigh Grosz outperformed candidates Alice Wood and Cailyn Boykin to secure the top spot in the poll. While Grosz led the voting, competitor Cailyn Boykin achieved a major personal milestone by surpassing 1,000 career digs.
Timeline
The volleyball player of the week poll took place during Week 6.
Chloe Duggan won the player of the week poll two weeks ago.
The next player of the week poll releases on Tuesday.
Season Trajectory
This poll victory reinforces the current competitive dominance of Faith Academy within the regional landscape. Their 33-3 record positions them as a primary contender in the state, influencing both the playoff outlook and the visibility of individual athletes like Grosz.
Grosz contributed 100 digs to her weekly stats, highlighting her defensive reliability for the Rams. Meanwhile, Cailyn Boykin's career milestone of 1,000 digs marks her as a significant defensive anchor in the regional rotation.
The takeaway
Engagement in regional polls often highlights the rapid development of freshman athletes like Grosz. High school programs benefit from this visibility as they build momentum toward the state playoffs.
What happens next
The next AL.com player of the week poll is scheduled for release on Tuesday.
Further reading
For more on the regional sports scene, visit Volleyball.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Al.
