KIVA 15 Red features seven players from reigning state champion Assumption High School. The squad boasts several players with a vast amount of experience. Opposing coaches notice KIVA 15 Red’s talent and size. KIVA 15 Red is expected…
KIVA 15 Red features seven players from reigning state champion Assumption High School. The squad boasts several players with a vast amount of experience.
Opposing coaches notice KIVA 15 Red’s talent and size.
KIVA 15 Red is expected to be one of the tallest teams in its division throughout the club campaign. The 15-year-old squad boasts six players that are six feet or taller.
The KIVA 15 Red roster includes players from state and national power Assumption High School as well as Male and DuPont Manual high schools along with a student-athlete that is home schooled.
Here are five KIVA 15 Red players to watch.
Nya Bunton: One of the state’s top young players, Bunton contributed for her team during the 2019 high school season. Bunton is a 6-4 middle hitter from DuPont Manual High School. She helped DuPont Manual capture the 25th District title and reach the semifinals of the 7th Region Tournament during the 2019 high school season.
Gabrielle Gerry: The tallest player on the KIVA 15 Red roster, Gerry is out of the state high school powerhouse Assumption program. Gerry is a 6-5 freshman middle hitter who will gain valuable experience during the 2020 club season.
Sydney Helmers: One of the most experienced players on the KIVA 15 Red roster, Helmers delivered for Assumption throughout its latest state championship-winning campaign. Helmers, a productive 6-2 freshman outside hitter, logged 93 kills in her first 49 sets for the Rockets during the 2019 high school season.
Alexis Strong: Among the most underrated young volleyball players in Louisville, Strong is expected to be a key performer for her club team. Strong is a 6-1 outside hitter/opposite hitter from Assumption High School.
Emily Surbaugh: One of the most versatile players for KIVA 15 Red, Surbaugh is able to play multiple positions. Surbaugh is a 5-9 sophomore setter/defensive specialist from Male High School. During her sophomore campaign, Surbaugh helped Male to runner-up finishes behind Assumption in both the 26th District and 7th Region.