Olivia Barber earns Journal & Courier Student Athlete of the Year award
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 21, 2026, 8:00 AM
Last updated Jul 21, 2026
Olivia Barber of Faith Christian has been named the Journal & Courier Female Student Athlete of the Year for 2026. Barber excelled in volleyball, leading her team to back-to-back state finals while also achieving a 4.28 GPA, ranking first in her class. She contributed to various community service projects, including the Isaiah 117 House Fundraiser. Barber will continue her academic and athletic careers at Indiana University East, intending to study pre-occupational therapy. This annual award recognizes outstanding achievements in athletics and academics among local high school students.
- •Barber led Faith Christian to two state finals appearances.
- •She has a 4.28 GPA and is first in her class.
- •Involved in community service projects.
- •Plans to study pre-occupational therapy at Indiana University East.
- 8:00 AMYahoo Sports — Faith Christian's Olivia Barber wins female Journal & Courier Student Athlete of the Year
"Olivia Barber led Faith Christian to two straight volleyball state finals appearances while also ranking first in her class academically.
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