Madison High School’s Meredith Gault Leads WNC Volleyball Performers

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Madison High School's Meredith Gault Leads WNC Volleyball Performers

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Meredith Gault, a junior setter for Madison High School’s volleyball team, distinguished herself in Week 4 of the 2026 Western North Carolina fall sports season with a remarkable 42 assists in a 3-2 win over Erwin. Gault has been a key player for Madison, being added to their 2026 volleyball roster in July 2026. Her contributions extend beyond this single game; she was previously recognized as Madison’s “Athlete of the Week” in January 2026 for her performance in both volleyball and basketball, where she led her team with 24 assists and 29 steals for the season at that time.

Gault’s ability to facilitate offense has been evident throughout her high school career. In August 2026, she recorded 41 assists and 14 digs in a 3-1 victory against Avery County, contributing to Madison’s fourth consecutive win. Another notable performance in August 2025 saw her achieve a career-high of 34 assists in a 3-1 win over North Buncombe. As a junior in the class of 2028, Gault plays as a setter, right side hitter, and defensive specialist for the Madison Varsity Volleyball team. She is also a point guard for the Madison Varsity Basketball team. Her consistent performance places her among the top players in the region, with MaxPreps ranking her in the top 25 in Division 3A for one stat and top 6 in Western Highlands 2A/3A for two stats.

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