Fairmont State claimed the Mountain East Conference’s top volleyball honors, with Josie Nobbe, Grace DeVall and Kailyn Connelly earning Player, Libero and Freshman of the Year, respectively. Coach Travis Hinkle was named Coach of the Year after guiding the Fighting Falcons to the North Division title and the conference tournament’s top seed.

By the Numbers
  • Fairmont State went 15-1 in conference play (.938 winning percentage).
  • Nobbe led the Falcons with 286 kills; DeVall recorded a conference-best 594 digs.
  • Connelly had 280 kills and a .323 hitting percentage; she also led the team with 88 blocks.
  • Fairmont State earned 3 First Team All-MEC selections, 2 All-Freshman selections and 1 Honorable Mention.
What's Next

Fairmont State hosts West Virginia State in the MEC Volleyball Championship on Wednesday, Nov. 11, with the match scheduled for 7 p.m.

Bottom Line

Fairmont State’s conference awards sweep reflects a team built on standout individual performances—and it enters the tournament as the top seed on its home court.