Cox is a versatile junior for Johnstown-Monroe. She enters the 2026 season on the heels of a breakout sophomore year as she earned 307 total kills last fall. The Johnnies defeated North Union 3-1 behind Cox’s double-double effort of 17 kills and 11 digs. Two sophomores contributed well to the win as Addy Kelly had 11 kills as Cylah Cox had six kills and a team high seven blocks. Senior setter Addy Hazelbaker Addy Hazelbaker 5'11" | S/RS Johnstown Monroe | 2027 State OH delivered 28 assists.

Cox had a terrific sophomore season as she finished second overall offensively with 307 total kills. As one of two attackers to eclipse the 300 kills mark, she averaged 3.5 k/s for a breakout season for Johnstown-Monroe. She also added 173 digs for a 6.9 d/m effort. Her contributions helped the Johnnies to a 12-4 league record, earning her a 2nd team all-league honor. She plays her club ball with Next 16 Blue.

Coming into the club season, Cox brought the best arm regarding impact and volume of success coming off the fall high school season. She has good physicality at the net with a strong presence when attacking. As she gets up well, she also opens her shoulders to create torque and pace that can overpower the block. Second offensively for Johnstown-Monroe in 2025, she earned a career high 307 kills for a 3.5 k/s average. Look for her to rise in the next rankings update.