Rangel leads 2nd LSVF All-Star Team in a week dominated by Santurce

Andrea Rangel’s offensive production and consistency in key moments for Santurce put her in the spotlight once again. (Heriberto Rosario Rosa - FPV)

By THE STAR STAFF

The Puerto Rican Volleyball Federation announced the Bulletin No. 2 All-Star Team in the third week of the 2026 Women’s Superior Volleyball League (LVSF by its initials in Spanish) season on Wednesday, with Mexican import Andrea Rangel earning the Player of the Week distinction and repeating as Best Opposite Hitter, reaffirming her impact on the Cangrejeras of Santurce offense.

Santurce ruled the week in the offensive and setting categories, while Juncos and Ponce stood out in net defense and at the libero position.

Bulletin No. 2 standouts 

in the third week

• Player of the Week: Andrea Rangel (Santurce)

Her offensive production and consistency in key moments placed her at the center of attention once again.

For the week, Rangel accumulated 42 points in two matches, playing over nine sets for an average of 4.66 points per set. Her team won twice: in five sets against the Atenienses of Manatí and in four sets against the Pinkin of Corozal.

The fourth-place Cangrejeras have a 3-0 record with 8 points.

Furthermore, Rangel ranks fourth in attacks, with 48 successful spikes in 12 sets, for an average of 4 per set.

In the scoring department, she is ranked 14th with 55 points, distributed among 48 attacks, 5 blocks, and 2 aces, also in 12 sets, for an average of 4.58 points per set.

• Best Attacker: Karla Santos (Manatí)

The Manatí attacker continues to be a constant threat from the corners.

• Best Blocker: Naya Gross (Valencianas of Juncos)

Her reading of the game and reach at the net were crucial in stopping opposing attacks and helping her team achieve its first victory of the season.

• Best Setter: Wilmarie Rivera (Santurce)

The Puerto Rican setter controlled the pace of the game with precision, passion and vision.

• Best Opposite: Andrea Rangel (Santurce)

Her double appearance in the bulletin underscores her offensive dominance.

• Best Attacker (second mention): Tamara Otene (Santurce)

The New Zealander provided power and stability to the Cangrejeras’ offense.

• Best Blocker (second mention): Abby Akey (Leonas of Ponce)

Her presence at the net was key for her team.

• Best Libero: Yaidaliz Rosado (Juncos)

Her control of passing and defense reinforces her standing as one of the most reliable players in the young season.