GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – Grand Rapids Rise outside hitter Carli Snyder has been named the Week 3 Pro Volleyball Federation Player of the Week, as announced by the League office on Tuesday.
Snyder was instrumental in leading the Rise to a reverse sweep victory over the Columbus Fury on Sunday (Jan. 26), helping Grand Rapids rally from a 0-2 deficit to win by set scores of 19-25, 18-25, 25-19, 25-14, 15-12. Snyder delivered a season-high 22 points, including 17 kills with a .429 attack percentage, seven digs, three aces, and two blocks.
The Macomb, Michigan, native has been a consistent offensive weapon for the Rise this season, leading the team with 53 kills. Snyder also ranks fourth in the League with six aces and is 10th in kills per set at 2.94.
This is Snyder’s first career PVF Player of the Week honor, presented by Franklin Sports. She becomes the second player in Rise history to receive the League’s weekly award, joining opposite hitter Emiliya Dimitrova, who earned the accolade during Week 4 of last season.
Snyder joins outside hitter Leketor Member-Meneh of the Indy Ignite (Week 1) and setter Alisha Glass Childress of the Vegas Thrill (Week 2) as recipients of the PVF Player of the Week award so far this season.
Snyder and the Rise will return to action with two home matches this week, hosting Orlando on Thursday, Jan. 30, at 7 p.m., and San Diego on Sunday, Feb. 2, at 4 p.m., at Van Andel Arena.
ABOUT PRO VOLLEYBALL FEDERATION
Pro Volleyball Federation is the leading professional volleyball league in the United States. PVF sets the standard for the sport, offering the largest number of franchises, unmatched attendance, extensive broadcast coverage and substantial championship prize money. It combines top-tier talent, including NCAA stars and international athletes, with cutting-edge production and technology to provide fans with an unmatched viewing experience. As a vital link between collegiate volleyball and the professional stage, PVF is dedicated to shaping the future of the sport and increasing visibility for its athletes. For more information, visit ProVolleyball.com.
ABOUT THE GRAND RAPIDS RISE
Founded in December 2022 as the first Pro Volleyball Federation franchise, the Grand Rapids Rise made their debut at Van Andel Arena on Jan. 25, 2024. Led by longtime Michigan State and Western Michigan head coach Cathy George, the Rise reached the championship match during their inaugural season. The team is operated by DP Fox Sports & Entertainment and owned by Dan DeVos, who is also majority owner and CEO of the American Hockey League’s Grand Rapids Griffins and minority owner of West Michigan Soccer, which will begin play in MLS NEXT Pro in 2027. Visit grrise.com for more information.