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DICK’S Sporting Goods appreciates the outstanding talent displayed on Greater Miami Conference (GMC) courts. Unquestionably the toughest tennis competition in Ohio, the GMC consistently produces some of the finest players the state has ever seen.

Emerging from a tremendous GMC tournament—where he once again went undefeated at first singles—Mason phenom Greg Bernadsky was selected, without hesitation, as the GMC Player of the Year for the second consecutive season. The returning OHSAA Division I state champion has fully lived up to his billing and now sets his sights on another run at state gold in the weeks ahead.

Greg Bernadsky - Mason Comets   GMC "Player of the Year"

(Photo complimenst of Mason SID, Dan Hilen)

In his first year at the helm of the Mason Comet Boys Tennis program, new head coach Brendan Reedy picked right up where his predecessor, Mike Reid, left off. The 2026 version of the Comet tennis program simply dominated the conference by winning every single GMC match during the regular season and then posting complete domination in the league tournament by winning four out of five courts in the GMC Finals. In light of such an impressive season, the Greater Miami Conference coaches seleced Brendan Reedy as the league's "Coach of the Year'. Coach Reedy will most certanly have his sights on the OHSAA state championships as well defending the OTCA State Team title that the Comets brought home last season.Please proof this writing.

Brendan Reedy - Mason Comets  GMC "Coach of the Year"

(Photo compliments of Mason SID Dan Hilen)

Lakota East Thunderhawk Press Release from Sports Information Director Dan Hilen:

LAKOTA EAST SOFTBALL CLAIMS 2026 GREATER MIAMI CONFERENCE CHAMPIONSHIP

(Photo compliments of East Sports Information Directore Dan Hilen)

The Lakota East Thunderhawks are the 2026 Greater Miami Conference (GMC) Softball Champions, securing the program’s fourth overall GMC title and first league championship since 2019. The Hawks go 16-1 in the GMC with their only loss coming at the hands of Oak Hills.

In his first season at the helm, head coach Steve Crawford guided the Thunderhawks to the conference crown as East powered past Hamilton, 15-6, to clinch the coveted championship.

The Thunderhawk offense erupted for 21 hits, with nine different players recording at least one hit in the victory. Maddie Offner, Kaleigh Crawford, Juju Sudnik, Abrie Schulte, and Addison Morath each collected three hits to lead the offensive explosion.

Lakota East delivered its biggest punch in the second inning when Haley Thompson, Sudnik, and Morath launched home runs within a four-batter stretch. All three players also added doubles in a dominant offensive performance.

Yorie Schulte, Abrie Schulte (2), and Crawford (2) also contributed doubles as the Thunderhawks piled up extra-base hits throughout the game.

In the circle, Kaleigh Crawford earned her 15th win of the season, allowing just two earned runs while striking out seven over seven innings of work.

The Thunderhawks improved to 21-5 overall and 16-1 in GMC play.

Lakota East closes out the regular season at home against Colerain TODAY, Tuesday, May 12, and enters postseason play as the #3 seed in the upcoming district tournament.

For Immediate Release From Mason Sports Information Director, Dan Hilen

Tuesday, May 12, 2026

Photo and graphics are compliments Mason Sports Information Director, Dan Hilen

Mason, Ohio-The Mason Comets Boys Tennis Team continued its championship tradition on Monday, May 11, capturing the 2026 GMC Championship with a decisive 4-1 victory over Sycamore in the conference finals. The title marks the program’s eighth GMC championship and the first under head coach Brendan Reedy.

The championship also extended one of the most impressive runs in conference history, as the Comets have never lost a GMC match during any of their eight championship seasons, compiling a remarkable 72-0 record during those title years.

Senior standout Greg Bernadsky was named GMC Player of the Year after earning a key victory at first singles. Janek Teply added another championship performance at second singles, while Shreyas Mantha turned in one of his strongest matches of the season with a dominant win at third singles. The first doubles team of Evan Wei and Sean Fu delivered under pressure, securing the doubles flight championship with clutch play throughout the finals.

“Winning the GMC trophy is a tremendous accomplishment for our program,” said Coach Reedy. “But we know the challenge ahead of us is even greater as we prepare to face Sycamore again Thursday in the OTCA State Team Tournament. It will be our biggest match of the season, and we’re looking forward to the opportunity.”

Reedy was also honored by his fellow coaches as the 2026 GMC Boys Tennis Coach of the Year.

The Comets improve to 18-2 overall and a perfect 9-0 in GMC play. Mason now shifts its focus to the OHSAA Sectional Tournament, which will be hosted at Mason May 13-15.

DICK'S Sporting Goods appreciates the hard work and dedication found throughout Greater Miami Conference (GMC) Boys Volleyball. In a relatively short period of time, GMC volleyball has emerged as a force across Greater Cincinnati. At the conclusion of each regular season, the conference head coaches gather to reflect on the league schedule just completed and select the player(s) and coach(es) who best exemplify the highest qualities of GMC volleyball. This recognition process culminates in honoring the league’s “Player of the Year” and “Coach of the Year.”

This season, the boys volleyball head coaches selected Lakota East junior Austin Dreher as the Greater Miami Conference “Player of the Year.” Dreher led the league in kills by a wide margin, finishing with an impressive 287. This brings his two-year varsity career total to a remarkable 396 kills — with his senior campaign still ahead of him.

Throughout his sophomore and junior seasons, Dreher has been a key contributor every step of the way, appearing in 132 total games. During his two-year varsity tenure, the Lakota East Thunderhawks have not lost a single GMC match, compiling a perfect 16–0 conference record with him on the court. Austin Dreher's leadership and "court presence" certainly make the Thunderhawk volleyball future bright.

Austin Dreher - Lakota East  GMC Boys Volleyball Player of the Year"

(Photo compliments of East Sports Information Director, Dan Hilen)

Greater Miami Conference head coaches appreciate the extra efforts and dedication of Mason Head Coach Jordan Drake. She guided her Mason Comets to a convincing 7–1 league season, finishing second only to league champion Lakota East. Playing a very challenging schedule, the Comets closed the regular season with an impressive 18–4 overall record. There is no question that under Coach Drake’s leadership and commitment, Mason will continue to make progress and remain a strong and influential presence within the GMC. In recognition of that undeniable progress, the conference head coaches selected Jordan Drake to represent them as the GMC "Coach of the Year".

Jordan Drake - Mason  GMC Boys Volleyball Coach of the Year"

(Photo compliments of Mason Sports Information Director, Dan Hilen)

DICK’S Sporting Goods appreciates the achievements found across the Greater Miami Conference (GMC) from fall through spring. In this instance, DSG “tips its corporate hat” to the sport of girls lacrosse. Competing in an extremely competitive GMC and Greater Cincinnati lacrosse environment, Abbey Upton has emerged as a top-flight defender against all challengers.

A four-year starter and three-time All-GMC performer, Upton has earned the recognition and respect of opposing conference head coaches, who have selected the Lakota East senior as the 2026 GMC Girls Lacrosse Player of the Year. This past season, she finished second in the conference in saves (166) and first in interceptions (7). Her four-year career totals are simply staggering: 71 games played, 594 saves, and 22 interceptions...numbers that have definitely set the bar high.

Abbey Upton - Lakota East  Girls Lacrosse "Player of the Year"

(Photo compliments of East Sports Information Director, Dan Hilen)

The Greater Miami Conference (GMC) girls lacrosse coaches are truly dedicated to growing and developing the sport across the league. When “Coach of the Year” accolades are awarded, they often reflect a wide range of achievements and values. The GMC is home to several outstanding lacrosse programs that consistently perform at a high level, yet the conference also includes programs working just as hard to build a strong foundation despite having limited history or resources.

As the GMC coaches gather to select their “Coach of the Year” honorees, it is clear that they recognize and appreciate both sides of this achievement equation — excellence at the top and the tireless commitment required to grow the sport from its earliest stages. The Greater Miami Conference head coaches have chosen to honor Michaela Connolly (Sycamore), Jock Roeder (Lakota East) and Rachel Winkler (Oak Hills) as GMC "Coaches of the Year".

Michaela Connolly - Sycamore  GMC "Coach of the Year"  2026

(Photo compliments of Sycamore Athletic Department - Coach Connolly on left)

Jock Roeder - Lakota East  GMC "Coach of the Year"  2026

(Photo compliments of East Sports Information Director, Dan Hilen)

Rachel Winkler - Oak Hills  GMC "Coach of the Year"  2026

(Photo compliments of Oak Hills Athletic Department)