Manistique Emerald Volleyball

03/16/2026

🌸Spring Volleyball Open Gyms Are Almost Here!

These blizzard conditions have me thinking about spring! It’s almost time to get back in the gym and start preparing for the upcoming season! We’re excited to announce Spring Open Gyms for girls currently in grades 7–12, at Manistique M/HS, happening every other Sunday in April and May.

These sessions are a great opportunity to get touches on the ball and compete with teammates and players across the program. As we prepare for the ‘26 season, these open gyms are an important part of the process.

We strongly encourage players to attend as often as possible — the work you put in now helps set the tone for the season ahead. Let’s get better together! 🔥💚

Most importantly, it’s a chance to get in the gym, have fun, and build excitement for the future of our program!

02/18/2026

📣 Calling all setters!

Get hands-on experience with this summer!

The Kristen Kelsay Setter Academy is available NOW only at sportscamps.msu.edu

02/17/2026

Congratulations to Kyra Carlson who was selected to play in the first ever UP All Star Volleyball Game!

Kyra played one year on our junior varsity and three years on varsity. As a senior, she was selected to the Mid-Peninsula Conference Second Team and MIVCA’s All Region Team.

She ended her high school career with 49 aces, 378 digs, 468 kills, and 12 blocks.

Kyra gets to compete in the #2 Emerald jersey one more time on June 26, 2026 at Forest Park High School as she represents the Emeralds on Team Red, coached by Coach Nixon!

02/17/2026

Congratulations to Maya Carlson who was selected to play in the first ever UP All Star Volleyball Game!

MC played one year on our junior varsity and three years on varsity. As a sophomore she was selected to the Mid-Peninsula Conference Defensive Team and MIVCA’s All Region Team. As a junior, she was selected MPC Second Team, MIVCA’s All Region Team, and UPSSA’s All UP Special Mention D1-3. As a senior, she was selected to the All Tournament Team at The Rock Invite, MPC First Team, MIVCA’s All Region Team, and UPSSA’s All UP First Team D1-3.

She ended her high school career with 158 aces, 825 digs, 325 kills, and 38 blocks.

Maya gets to compete in the #3 Emerald jersey one more time on June 26, 2026 at Forest Park High School as she represents the Emeralds on Team Blue.

02/12/2026

Spring Volleyball Camps are officially here! Register now before spots fill🏐🖤💛

Click the link below to learn more:
https://michigantechrecreation.com/sports/2024/6/27/volleyball-high-school-skills-academies.aspx

02/06/2026

Rule Changes for 2026 Season ⬇️

02/05/2026

Manistique’s Maya Carlson, Westwood’s Gavin Comero and Ontonagon’s Jack Nelson were among 10 MHSAA Scholar-Athlete Award recipients announced in Class C & D.
https://www.uppermichiganssource.com/2026/02/05/three-up-high-schoolers-receive-scholar-athlete-award-class-c-d/

02/04/2026

🏐💪 National Girls & Women in Sports Day 💪🏐
Today we celebrate the strength, confidence, and leadership of girls and women in sports. Founded in honor of Olympic volleyball player Flo Hyman, this day reminds us why equal access and opportunity matter.

On and off the court, sports empower athletes to lead, inspire, and break barriers. We’re proud to be part of a game that builds strong women and future leaders.

Check out the Emerald Varsity team from 30 years ago, along side our current team.💚🤍

✨ Lead Her Forward ✨

01/29/2026

🎓 Congratulations to Maya for being awarded the 2025 MIVCA Scholarship! 🎉

MIVCA is proud to award $750 scholarships to outstanding student-athletes who have demonstrated excellence on the court, in the classroom, and within their communities.

These recipients represent the future of the sport and embody the values of leadership, commitment, and hard work.

👏 Please join us in celebrating Maya’s achievements!

01/13/2026

✨ End of Season | Volleyball Awards Banquet ✨

What a night celebrating an incredible season with an even more incredible group of athletes. So proud of our players for their hard work, commitment, and growth—on and off the court.

A huge THANK YOU to our parents and families for the endless support, time, and energy you give to this program. We couldn’t do this without you.

Once a team, always a team. 💚

Looking forward to building the ‘26 Team!

12/16/2025

Parents, if you want to show your daughters something worth watching from the NCAA Tournament, show them Andi Jackson from today’s match against Texas A&M.

She’s arguably the most dominant player in the country and a Player of the Year finalist. Today, she had an off day and was ultimately replaced by a freshman.

Why does this matter for our girls?

1. Even the best have off days and even the best get benched.

Let that sink in- If your daughter dominates a tournament and then ends up on the bench when the team struggles, it does not mean the coach hates her or suddenly thinks she is not good. It means the coach is making decisions for the team in that moment.

2. Watch what she did after she sat-

Jackson did not sulk. She did not disengage.

She stayed locked in, smiling, cheering, and fully invested in her teammates. I am sure it hurt. But she focused on what the team needed from her right then.

3. The real masterclass came after the loss.
She handled it with total grace, smiling, congratulating Texas A&M, and showing respect in the handshake line.

Mad respect for Andi Jackson. We already knew she is one of the best players in the country. Today showed she is also an elite teammate and an even better person.

That is the standard. 💪🏐