On February 4th, 2026, Grand Strand Juniors Volleyball Club, the Atlantic Collegiate Academy, and the surrounding Myrtle Beach community were deeply impacted by a tragic car accident on SC Highway 90 that sadly later took one of our own, Ava Holland.
Ava was a member of the ACA Varsity volleyball team and the Coast United program at GSJ who was remembered for her quick-witted humor and loving spirit.
Ava passed on three weeks after her accident at MUSC Shawn Jenkins Children's Hospital where she was celebrated in an Honor Walk of over 200 people for the donation of her organs to save others.
GSJ honored Ava in an instagram post shortly after her honor walk stating the following:
"In loving memory of Ava Holland, #18
Three weeks ago, one of our own was caught in a tragic car accident that sadly later took her life. Although Ava is no longer with us on this Earth, her legacy and sweet spirit will continue to live on through the lives of eight others. Ava’s sacrifice has allowed eight other lives to be saved through the donation of her organs. What a beautiful legacy to leave on this Earth.
We want to thank everyone for the utmost support for the Holland family over these last three weeks. Whether through your donation at our tournament, your purchase of a t-shirt, or kind words left in Ava’s memory, every ounce supported the Holland family through this tragedy.
We will continue to honor Ava’s lasting legacy in our gym and on the court as we will always Play for Ava.💜
#AvaStrong #18"
GSJ continued to support the Holland Family through a t-shirt fundraiser in the months of March and April where all proceeds went directly to the Holland Family.
