A dominant Neira Ortiz leads LVSF Week 5 All-Star Team

Neira Ortiz’s momentum-changing play at the net helped the Cangrejeras of Santurce stay undefeated last week. (Heriberto Rosario Rosa – FPV)

By THE STAR STAFF

The Puerto Rican Volleyball Federation presented the All-Star Team for Week 5 of the 2026 Women’s Superior Volleyball League (LVSF by its initials in Spanish), highlighting the most consistent and impactful players in their respective positions.

The week was marked by difference-making performances, led by Neira Ortiz, middle blocker for the Cangrejeras of Santurce, who was a force at the net and was also selected as Player of the Week.

Ortiz, a key player in the Santurce system, also earned the Best Blocker award, reaffirming her dominance at the net and her ability to change the rhythm of matches with her defensive presence.

The Cangrejeras and Ortiz extended their perfect record in Week 5, leading the standings with a 9-0 record and 24 points.

They defeated the Valencianas of Juncos twice, once in straight sets and once in four, but they had to dig deep to preserve their undefeated record, splitting points in five-set matches against the Leonas of Ponce and the Criollas of Caguas. In both matches, they came from behind to secure the victory.

Ortiz remains the league leader in blocks with a total of 52 in 36 sets played, for an average of 1.44 per set. She also had two outstanding nights, recording 11 blocks against Ponce and nine against Caguas.

On the offensive side, Juncos’ Haley Bush was recognized as Best Attacker, while Ponce reinforcement Jordan Wilson also earned notice in this category thanks to her consistent and explosive production from the outside.

Best Setter went to Raymariely Santos of Ponce, whose rhythm control and precise distribution made her the best of the week.

The Best Opposite award went to Emily Elliot of the Atenienses of Manatí, who stood out for her power and efficiency in key moments.

In aerial defense, Abby Akey of Ponce was selected as Best Blocker, sharing the spotlight at the net with Ortiz.

Caguas’ Okiana Valle earned the distinction of Best Libero, thanks to her game reading, passing control, and stability in the defensive line.