BRIDGEPORT – The Collegiate Water Polo Association (CWPA) announced its 2026 Division III All-Conference Team on Friday, with Brenna Carstens and Kiera Crawley of the Carthage College women's water polo team earning recognition. Carstens was named to the First Team, while Crawley secured Second Team honors.

A senior from Coronado, California, Carstens has been one the Firebirds' offensive leaders throughout the 2026 season. She delivered one of the team's top performances on February 7 against McKendree, recording a season-high seven goals against the Bearcats.

Crawley, a sophomore from Chelsea, Michigan, played a pivotal role in several key matchups for Carthage. With a standout performance on March 6 against Occidental, where Crawley netted a season-best four goals against the Tigers.

The Firebirds return to action at the 2026 CWPA Division III Championships on Friday, April 10. Carthage is set to face Austin at 2:30 p.m. EST. For additional information, visit athletics.carthage.edu.