ASN highlights the volleyball players who delivered some of the week’s biggest performances on courts throughout Acadiana. Top Performers in Volleyball is presented by Pat Magee Firm.
Volleyball First Touch Award: Gracie Fontenot — Beau Chêne High School
Featured in Episode 13 · October 29, 2026
Presented by The Pat Magee Firm
Beau Chêne High School senior Gracie Fontenot receives ASN’s First Touch Award. Episode 13 highlights her leadership and the Gators’ successful season as the team prepares for the volleyball playoffs.
In her interview, Fontenot reflected on the work that brought the team to this point and the excitement of sharing that success in her senior season. The First Touch Award recognizes the contacts that help a team build a rally, from serve receive and digs to blocks and passes.
The report also celebrates Westminster Christian Academy in Opelousas winning its district championship, with Opelousas Catholic finishing runner-up. ESA’s Spooktacular and the upcoming playoff bracket are part of the postseason preview. Hear ESA coach Sara Robichaux’s interview for more on the tournament.
Hear the full discussion in Episode 13 of the ASN Podcast.
Episode 12 First Touch Award: Sophia Wiltz — Westminster Christian Academy, Opelousas
Featured in Episode 12 · Updated October 23, 2026
Westminster Christian Academy senior Sophia Wiltz earns the Pat Magee Firm First Touch Award after helping the Opelousas team defeat Catholic High School in New Iberia in four sets. The left-handed right-side player contributed 10 kills and four blocks in the match, according to Episode 12.
Coach Keith Leon highlighted Wiltz’s leadership, work ethic and positive attitude. The episode reports 140 kills and 40 blocks for the season at the time of recording and describes the depth behind Westminster’s strong campaign.
The volleyball report also discusses St. Thomas More’s win over Teurlings Catholic and the approaching end of the regular season, including ESA’s Spooktacular tournament scheduled for October 29–31.
Hear the full discussion in Episode 12 of the ASN Podcast.
Episode 11 First Touch Award: Annie Kupahea — Highland Baptist Christian School
Featured in Episode 11 · Updated October 16, 2026
Highland Baptist Christian School sophomore Annie Kupahea earns the Pat Magee Firm First Touch Award for her energy, leadership and contribution to her team in New Iberia. Episode 11 highlights the effort and encouragement she brings throughout a match.
The hosts discuss Highland’s five-set match with Westminster Christian Academy’s Lafayette campus: Westminster took the first two sets, Highland rallied to force a fifth, and Westminster won the deciding set. Listen to the volleyball discussion beginning at 27:24.
Listen to Episode 11 of the ASN Podcast for the full discussion.
Episode 10 First Touch Award: Avery Larpenteur — Lafayette High School
Featured in Episode 10 · Updated October 9, 2026
Lafayette High School junior Avery Larpenteur earned the Pat Magee Firm First Touch Award. Episode 10 credits her with 27 kills during the week and season totals of 68 aces, 94 kills and 256 assists at the time of recording.
Her coach described a six-rotation setter and right-side player who leads through her actions and celebrates the team’s success. The hosts reported Lafayette High at 18–2 and sixth in Division I when the episode was recorded. The volleyball discussion begins at 33:14.
Listen to Episode 10 of the ASN Podcast for the full discussion.
Episode 9 First Touch Award: Hannah Bergeron — Teurlings Catholic High School
Featured in Episode 9 · October 2, 2026
Senior outside hitter Hannah Bergeron of Teurlings Catholic High School received the Pat Magee Firm First Touch Award. Coach Terry Hebert praised her humility, leadership by example and decisions on offense. The hosts also highlighted her efforts to build team chemistry beyond the volleyball court.
Westminster–Teurlings Volleyball Spotlight
Episode 9 recapped Westminster Christian Academy of Opelousas sweeping Teurlings Catholic in three competitive sets, including a 26–24 final set. The hosts reported Westminster at 16–0 at the time of recording and praised the athletes and atmosphere on both sides. Listen beginning at 33:29.
Hear more in the ASN Podcast.
Episode 8 First Touch Award: Brooklyn Poirier — Ascension Episcopal School
2026 fall season · Presented by Pat Magee Firm
Ascension Episcopal School sophomore outside hitter Brooklyn Poirier is this week’s First Touch Award winner. Charlie Jaubert watched Poirier help the Blue Gators defeat the Academy of the Sacred Heart in Grand Coteau in four sets.
In Episode 8, he highlights the leadership she brings to a young Ascension Episcopal volleyball team and her excitement at receiving the award after the match. The First Touch Award recognizes the contact that sets a team up for success. Hear the report around 30:58 in the ASN Podcast, and visit Coach’s Corner for this episode’s interview with Teurlings Catholic coach Terry Hebert.
Episode 7 First Touch Award: Amelie Trappey — Catholic High School, New Iberia
2026 fall season · Presented by Pat Magee Firm
Catholic High School of New Iberia senior outside hitter Amelie Trappey earned ASN’s First Touch Award after helping the Panthers open the volleyball season 8–0. Charles presented the recognition before Catholic’s visit to St. Thomas More in Lafayette and highlighted Trappey’s athleticism, energy and vocal leadership on the court.
Episode 7 also recapped a lively matchup in a packed STM gym. The Cougars won in straight sets after a closely contested opening set, while Catholic continued to build on a strong start to the season. ASN’s First Touch Award honors the contact that sets a team up for success—whether a serve receive, dig, block or pass. Hear the volleyball report around 38:18 in the ASN Podcast.
Opening First Touch Award: Riley Meaux — Westminster Christian
2026 season · Featured in Episode 6 of the Acadiana Sports Network Podcast.
Riley Meaux, a sophomore middle blocker at Westminster Christian in Opelousas, earned ASN’s first First Touch Award. On Episode 6, Charles highlighted her blocking against St. Thomas More and shared why her coach selected her for the recognition.
Westminster’s win over STM was a major moment for the program, and the hosts reported that the team followed it by winning all of its matches at St. Michael’s tournament in Baton Rouge. Meaux’s contribution stood out in a group that also features experienced seniors.
The First Touch Award recognizes the volleyball player whose serve receive, dig, block or pass sets teammates up for success. Meaux’s impact at the net made her a fitting first honoree in ASN’s volleyball coverage, presented by Pat Magee Firm.
