Cibula has been on my radar as a underrated player for a couple of years. Whenever I’ve scouted her in person with Valley or Impact, she’s been one of the most consistently strong performers on the floor. It could be said again when watching her at the 2026 Nike President’s Day Classic in St. Louis. Cibula is a skilled volleyball player with versatility. Her attack continues to become more consistent and powerful with maturity. Cibula also is smarter in reading blocks and locating soft spots in the defense. An explosive athlete, Cibula defends well at the net, is solid in serve-receive and in walling up in the back row. She helped Valley reach the Class 5A state semifinals in 2025 with 215 kills (.164), 293 digs and 35.0 blocks in 105 sets.

It’s impressive watching Cibula perform for Impact this year. She can do it all on the court. Just when I think her best spot is outside hitter, she comes up with a series of spectacular plays in the back row. Cibula is a combination of explosive athleticism and a high volleyball IQ. She limits mistakes and takes advantage of opponent miscues. Cibula has steadily improved, including just during this club campaign. She ranked second on Valley with 167 kills last season and finished third in digs (216). Look for those numbers to rise in 2025.