Ever since her arrival to McNicholas as a freshman, Stacey (*pictured) has been a key staple to their success, which has been a quick rise among teams in their division during the high school cycle. With multiple appearances on the final weekend of the Ohio playoffs, she helped guide the Rockets to a DIV state time in 2025, earning all-Ohio third team honors along the way. She jumped clubs this season to compete with NKYVC’s top 17U team, a great move for her and the complete six-rotation tools she brings as a passer and terminal pin. With a GJNC 17 National event ahead and one more high school season in 2026 and a repeat title outcome possible, her tools will translate well to the next level.

Stacey continues to be a force all over the floor for the 17-1 Tsunami squad. Her net presence helped the team win the 17 Open crown Sunday. Stacey recorded a number of key blocks on the way to the tournament win. Stacey ended the semifinal win with a convincing one. She also took a number of exceptional swings per usual. Stacey said big blocks give teams momentum and great energy.

Stacey has helped put McNicholas volleyball on the map in Ohio during her prep career as she has been an impact prospect the moment she arrive to the program. The Rockets got their state title in 2025 after being close recently. Stacey was a key threat once again with her six-rotation tools and big arm. The three-time 1st team all-league honoree has totals of 841 kills and 729 digs.

Stacey has been a big factor for McNicholas. The 2025 high school season was no different as the Rockets earned a state title. One of three athletes from this program among the top five in total kills in the GCLC, Stacey earned 278 kills, launching her three-year varsity total to 841 total kills as she earned her third straight 1st team all-league honor. She makes a big switch to compete for NKYVC 17-1 Tsunami, leaving her former team in Ohio to add to their already formidable offensive lineup. Uncommitted, she should garner a lot of attention playing for this team through a very competitive schedule.

Stacey was one of three McNicholas prospects in the top-five offensively in the GCL for 2025. Additionally, she is one of four Rockets to earn an all-Ohio nod this year. With 278 total kills, she averaged 3.4 k/s, which included a team high 12 kills in the DIV state championship match in which the Rockets defeated Buckeye Valley 3-0. With 841 career kills, she has averaged 3.3 k/s over that three-year span to go along with 729 digs. She makes a club switch this season and you can see her compete with NKYVC 17-1 Tsunami.

Stacey was third overall offensively for in the GCL as the McNicholas product has had a very good first half to her varsity career. After two seasons, she has a total of 563 kills for a 3.2 k/s average. A primary arm for Elevation ‘s top 16U team, she has been bombing balls during the club season as well. McNicholas is 19-1 overall in league play with Stacey leading their offense the past two years. A two-time 1st team selection in the GCL, she was a third team all-Ohio pick in DIV in 2024.

Stacey has continued to be a reliable six-rotation pin for Elevation ‘s top 16U team. As she has had power in her game for a while, she has enhanced her effectiveness with increased development of court sense and action with her arm when the timing and set location may be a little out of rhythm. This range in her offense at the net and from the back row offer her a lot of opportunity to swing. She and her Elevation teammates should compete well in the 16 Open division in Dallas.

Stacey continues to deliver in the clutch for Elevation like she has for both club and high school since entering high school. She takes great approaches to the net and powers balls through blocks. Stacey can also paint the back line. She can make quick adjustments in the air. Stacey also has good technique on her passes. Stacey is a good communicator constantly endcouraging her teammates while in the game or on the sidelines.

Stacey gives the Rockets a chance to win anytime she takes the court because of her size and athleticism. The coaching staff takes advantage of those skills well. She pounds balls down from the front and back rows a variety of ways from cutters across the court to sideline shots. Stacey finds openings well. The McNicholas balance helps her get a number of one-on-one opportunities at the net. Stacey has a solid serve. Stacey finished third in the Co-Ed GCL with 224 kills to go with 190 digs, 37 blocks and 31 aces with an astounding 2.39 passer rating good for second in the league, helping McNicholas go 22-5 overall, win a second straight outright GCL Co-Ed crown and finish Division IV region runner-up.

Stacey (*pictured) remains among the top pins in this class coming off another productive season for McNicholas. She led the Rockets’ offense as their primary power side arm while also helping hold down their ball control. Earning 1st team all-conference honors along with being named to the DIV all-Ohio 3rd team. Her complete six-rotation skill set will be a big factor for her Elevation team over the next several months. Their first major event will be the Nike Classic in Columbus mid January.