It's time to serve up some excitement and cast your vote for the Longplex Athlete of the Week in boys volleyball! We've scouted the court and selected five standout nominees who delivered jaw-dropping performances this past week. Now, the power is in your hands—who will take the title?
Before we dive into the ballot, let's set the stage with a few must-watch matches coming up. Monday kicks off with a bang as Portsmouth takes on Lincoln in a pivotal Division II clash. Both teams are hot on the heels of West Warwick in the RPI standings, so expect some high-energy rallies. Meanwhile, Pawtucket and Juanita Sanchez face off in their own divisional battle—another Monday showdown you won't want to miss.
Tuesday brings a potential upset alert: East Providence travels to La Salle. The Townies have the firepower to challenge the Rams, who are still undefeated against in-state opponents. Could this be the game that changes the narrative? Then, on Wednesday, all eyes turn to a massive Division III matchup. Defending league champions Mt. Hope head to North Providence, where the Cougars—sitting third in RPI—are hungry to dethrone the Huskies.
Last week's winner, La Salle's Cooper Amaral, dominated the ballot with 53% of the votes after the Rams took down Hendricken. West Warwick's Colin Kelly finished strong in second place with 36.49% of the vote. A big congratulations to all who made the cut—you've earned your moment in the spotlight!
This poll is more than just bragging rights; it's a chance for the volleyball community to rally behind its athletes. Every nominee delivered something spectacular, and winning simply adds a little extra shine to performances that could help their teams chase real hardware come June. So, have a day on the court, shine with your play, and show why you deserve recognition for an outstanding week of volleyball.
Here's how it works: Coaches, please submit results to pjsports@providencejournal.com before 10 p.m. on game day—we rely on your help to keep the action rolling. Voting closes Friday at 11:59 p.m., and only votes cast via the ballot below will count (no email submissions, please). Now, it's time to meet this week's nominees and make your voice heard. Let the games begin!