BRIDGEPORT – The Collegiate Water Polo Association (CWPA) announced its 2026 Division III All-American Team on Tuesday, with Brenna Carstens and Kamille Graham of the Carthage College women's water polo team earning recognition. Carstens earned Second Team honors, while Graham was named an Honorable Mention selection.

A senior from Coronado, California, Carstens served as one of the Firebirds' top offensive leaders throughout the 2026 season and earned all-conference honors. One of the top performances of the season came on February 7 against McKendree, when Carstens recorded a season-high seven goals against the Bearcats.

A junior from West Jordan, Utah, Graham provided consistency throughout the season and played a key role in several important Firebird victories. Graham earned CWPA Rookie Athlete of the Week honors for the week of March 18. A season-high three goals came on April 11 in Carthage's upset win over the Augustana Vikings.