BAY CITY, MI -- Each week through the 2025 high school fall sports season, we spotlight athletes from volleyball, boys soccer, girls golf, boys tennis, girls swimming and boys and girls cross country with our MLive Bay City Athlete of the Week project.

We recognize athletes for a job well done and give readers a chance to decide the weekly honor. Cast your vote as often as you’d like until the poll closes at 8 a.m. Monday, Nov. 3.

LAURYN BITZER, JOHN GLENN

Bitzer is a go-to player for the John Glenn volleyball team, and that holds true in all phases of the team aspect. The third-year varsity standout is a rock-solid leader, both vocally and by example. “Whether it’s delivering a clutch point or diving for a game-saving dig, she consistently rises to the occasion,” coach Jessica Burley

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