School: Keller Central

What she did: Mahoney had a career-high 27 digs in Friday's four-game victory against Keller. She also had 15 kills and 32 assists in that match. In two victories last week, Mahoney had 25 kills, 63 assists, 32 digs and five solo blocks.

Kelsey Mahoney

The stats: Mahoney has a team-leading 923 assists and 94 aces. She also has 221 kills and 279 digs. Keller Central is 24-7 and 9-0 in District 5-5A, one game ahead of Southlake Carroll.

Who is she? Mahoney is a senior setter and a fourth-year starter.

She said it: "I hate losing because I'm a really competitive person, especially when we are playing Keller. I was really focused. We realized that just offense was not going to beat Keller. We all had to step up on defense."

Coach said it: "She stepped up her defense to a whole other level. She's such an intense competitor. She knew the importance of this game with Keller being a cross-town rival. We've always joked with her about setters playing defense. Every match she does something that makes you go, 'Whoa.'" – Christina Rudiger

Did you know? Mahoney is orally committed to Tennessee. ... Mahoney was born in Nebraska and grew up following the 'Huskers. ... She is a member of the National Honor Society. ... Favorite TV shows: "America's Next Top Model" and "One Tree Hill" ... Favorite movie: "The Guardian"... She's interested in pursuing dentistry or sports medicine.