NWP Wolves Volleyball Earn ACAC Honours as Men Finish Fourth at Provincials

The Northwestern Polytechnic Wolves Volleyball program is celebrating a strong 2025-26 season marked by conference recognition and a fourth-place provincial finish for the men’s team at the Alberta Colleges Athletic Conference (ACAC) Championship this past weekend.

The Wolves men concluded their playoff run in a tightly contested five-set bronze medal match, falling 3–2 to finish fourth in Alberta. The result reflects meaningful progress for the program, including securing a spot in the playoffs, a playoff victory, and advancing to the ACAC provincial championship tournament - milestones not reached in decades.

Head Coach Lindsey Habib was recognized for that progress, earning the ACAC North Men’s Volleyball Coach of the Year honours.

“Our student-athletes are committed to growth every day,” said Habib. “The consistency and belief this group demonstrated throughout the season were key to the steps we’ve taken as a program.”

ACAC All-Conference and Championship Recognition

The Wolves’ season was further highlighted by multiple individual ACAC honours across both programs.

On the men’s side:

• Jeremy Kriletich was named ACAC North All-Conference (Outside), finishing fifth in the conference in total kills (219) and ranking third in both total points (271) and points per set (4.2). “Jeremy’s all-in commitment to every facet of being a student-athlete has benefited our team in every way,” said Habib.
• Justice Bigstone earned ACAC North All-Conference (Middle) recognition after leading the conference in total blocks (50) and blocks per set (0.81). “Bigstone’s impact on our team was felt by all,” added Habib.
• Caleb Lockington was named a 2025–26 ACAC Championship Tournament All-Star following a strong performance throughout the provincial championship weekend. Habib described his performance as a dominant presence in the middle and a steady, calming leader on the court.

On the women’s side:

• Helaina Zeyha was named ACAC North All-Conference for her consistent performance and leadership throughout the season. Described by her coaches as one of the most dominant offensive forces in the conference.
• Gillian Head earned ACAC North Women’s Volleyball Rookie of the Year honours, recognizing her impact in her first season of collegiate competition. She finished the season with 480 assists bolstering the Wolves’ offense all year long. “Her poise, leadership, and playmaking ability set the tone every match.”

“Our student-athletes have represented Northwestern Polytechnic and our region with integrity, resilience, and competitive excellence,” said President and CEO Vanessa Sheane. “We are proud of the progress across both volleyball programs and confident this season has set a strong foundation for continued growth.” 

These achievements reflect the steady growth of Wolves Athletics and the dedication of student-athletes representing Northwestern Polytechnic and the Grande Prairie region. Together, they have established a strong foundation for continued success in the years ahead.

Learn more about the Wolves Athletics program at NWP.me/Wolves