Riverdale, NY - If Raeden Nieves' 2026 campaign didn't open enough eyes, his conference award certainly will. 

After a standout first season in Riverdale that saw the Orlando, Florida native emerge as UMSV's top hitter, Nieves earned a Second Team All-Conference selection, which is voted on by all conference head coaches. Nieves is the first Dolphin to receive All-Skyline recognition since Jose Estrella in 2019. 

Nieves led the charge offensively for the Dolphins, with his 266 kills leading the team. The freshman also added 310 total points, 121 digs, 38 service aces and 10 total blocks to his season stat line. He was also just one of three Dolphins to start in all 23 matches this season. 

Nieves looks to lead a young core of impressive talent to the next level, as the program looks to make their return to the Skyline Conference Championship Tournament.