ALL-LEAGUE: Marlee Lane 

Sandpoint's senior middle blocker played all across the floor for the Bulldogs in 2026. Lane provided a strong offensive presence and acted as one of the team's enforcers at the net. The senior starred in the middle of the season, lifting her team to two wins over Moscow and Bonners Ferry with 18 kills and a .600 hitting efficiency. She is set to stay local next year, playing for Spokane Falls' volleyball team. 

Coach's comments: "She was the biggest surprise for me this year. I had no idea how intense she was, and there were several moments where we needed that intensity - especially with such a young team - she provided that for us.  Marlee has the heart of a true competitor, and she is going to do great things at Spokane Falls, where she is choosing to further her volleyball career." - Karen Alsager. 

ALL-LEAGUE: Ali Gunter 

The sophomore middle blocker came on strong from the beginning of the season and played a crucial role in the Bulldogs' offense. Alongside Lane, Gunter propelled Sandpoint's offense in several games, including in a senior night upset of Lakeland where she totaled 13 kills and three blocks.  

Coach's comments: "Ali is absolutely everything a coach wants in an athlete in her program.  She is dedicated, hardworking, loyal, and when you include her incredible all-around skills, she becomes the perfect athlete. Ali is a strong server, a great passer, a smart hitter and does it all with a competitive heart. I am thrilled I get to coach her for two more years!" - Karen Alsager. 

5A Inland Empire League 

MVP — Avery Balmer, sr., Lewiston 

Defensive Player of the Year — Emma Beaty, jr., Lakeland 

Newcomer of the Year — Lauren Venzke, fr., Moscow 

Coach of the Year — Marie Huffman, Lewiston 

All-league

Kindell Day, sr., Lakeland; Ali Gunter, so., Sandpoint; Emery McKarcher, sr., Lewiston; Marlee Lane, sr., Sandpoint; Kamdyn Welker, sr., Lewiston; Jolie Warren, sr., Lakeland. 

    Sophomore Ali Gunter (1) hits against the block of Post Falls senior Reese DeGraw, as sophomore Hailey Gion (3) of Sandpoint looks on.