The Pennsylvania Volleyball Coaches Association named seven area players to its 2023 all-state teams. Forest Hills junior outside hitter Mya Colosimo and Berlin Brothersvalley senior middle hitter Lyndee Ickes were both selected for the third time. Forest Hills senior libero Lia Konchan and Bedford senior setter Laney Lafferty earned their second all-state honors. Berlin Brothersvalley senior right-side hitter/setter Regan Lauer, Portage senior setter Brooke Bednarski, and Somerset senior outside hitter Olivia Svonavec were chosen for the first time.

Why It Matters

The recognition of these players as all-state selections highlights their exceptional talents and contributions to their respective teams. It also brings attention to the high level of volleyball being played in the area and showcases the depth of talent in Pennsylvania.

By the Numbers
  • Mya Colosimo: 413 kills, 335 digs, 33 aces, 19 blocks
  • Lia Konchan: 321 digs, 56 aces
  • Lyndee Ickes: 370 kills, 179 digs, 39 blocks, 36 aces
  • Regan Lauer: 254 assists, 188 kills, 84 digs, 32 aces, 14 blocks
  • Laney Lafferty: 535 assists, 116 digs, 81 kills, 39 blocks, 31 aces
  • Brooke Bednarski: 323 assists, 28 aces, 267 digs, 26 blocks
  • Olivia Svonavec: 342 kills, 154 digs, 23 blocks
State of Play
  • Forest Hills junior outside hitter Mya Colosimo has the most kills in program history (1,240).
  • Lia Konchan compiled a total of 685 digs and 98 aces over her career.
  • Lyndee Ickes surpassed 1,000 career kills.
Bottom Line

The recognition of these area players as all-state selections showcases their exceptional skills and the talent in the region's volleyball programs.