Congratulations to Chase Ballinger of Sussex Academy boys soccer, who received the most votes in the Delaware Online Preseason Boys Soccer Player of the Year poll, presented by Delaware Orthopaedic Specialists.

Ballinger won an online vote over four other nominees.

Preseason Player of the Year voting in girls volleyball will begin Aug. 18 on Delaware Online and run through Aug. 21. The winner will be announced Aug. 22. FOOTBALL: Middletown RB wins preseason football Player of Year poll, presented by Delaware Orthopaedic Specialists

Brandon Holveck reports on high school sports for The News Journal. Contact him at bholveck@delawareonline.com . Need a break? Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle.

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