JVA names nine Michigan players to All-National Teams
This past weekend, the were announced by JVA and the state of Michigan was, not surprisingly, well represented. The JVA All-National Teams recognize the top female indoor volleyball players competing for a JVA member club in the 15s-18s divisions. This…
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Continue ReadingThis past weekend, the were announced by JVA and the state of Michigan was, not surprisingly, well represented.
The JVA All-National Teams recognize the top female indoor volleyball players competing for a JVA member club in the 15s-18s divisions. This year the JVA committee selected a total of 79 players to represent their respective teams, with nine players coming from the mitten.
In the Class of 2018, Legacy outside hitter Maria Mallon (Cincinnati) was selected for her play for 18 Elite. Mallon has been all over the floor this season and continues to play well above her 5-9 frame. FaR Out middle blocker Corinne Jemison (Miami) also was given the honor. The 6-3 member of 18 Black has been a real problem for opposing teams at the net while delivering on many powerful attacks.
For the Class of 2019, Michigan Elite’s Madeline Chinn (Purdue) was honored along with Legacy’s Jessica Robinson (Michigan). Robinson competes is a middle blocker for 17 Elite and stands 6-2. Robinson has been recognized as our top player for the Class of 2019. Right behind her is Chinn, who competes for 17 Mizuno at Michigan Elite. Chinn has really developed her all-around game over the last 12 months, not just relying on her 6-3 size.
The Class of 2020 featured the most selections from Michigan, with Legacy’s Celia Cullen (Michigan State), Jessica Mruzik (Michigan) and Kendall Murray (Michigan) being named alongside Michigan Elite’s Francesca McBride (Florida). Mruzik, a 6-2 outside hitter, and Murray, a 6-2 middle blocker, give 16 Elite a dynamic pair at the net for Legacy. Cullen, a 6-1 setter, actually plays for 18 Elite, getting to work a number of experienced and dynamic hitters. Standing 6-3, McBride is a opposite/right side for 16 Mizuno at Michigan Elite. It’s hard to match her athleticism at the net and she is continuing to develop with each match and set.
In the Class of 2021, Julia Bishop of Michigan Elite was the lone selection. Bishop, a 5-11 setter for 15 Mizuno, is quickly establishing herself as one of the state’s best. Her vision and style make her a dangerous setter to defend, as she can attack as well as she can assist.
Michigan selections for JVA All-National Teams
Class of 2018
FaR Out: MB Corinne Jemison
Legacy: OH Maria Mallon
Class of 2019
Legacy: MB Jessica Robinson
Michigan Elite: OH Madeline Chinn
Class of 2020
Legacy: S Celia Cullen, OH Jessica Mruzik, MB Kendall Murray
Michigan Elite: OH Francesca McBride
Class of 2021
Michigan Elite: S Julia Bishop