2020 MHSAA Postseason: Impact freshmen still standing
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As the 2020 MHSAA playoffs are in a holding pattern, 32 teams remain focused on training for a state championship. Among those remaining teams are some Class of 2024 members that have shown that can play at a high level…
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Continue ReadingAs the 2020 MHSAA playoffs are in a holding pattern, 32 teams remain focused on training for a state championship.
Among those remaining teams are some Class of 2024 members that have shown that can play at a high level at a young age.
Here’s six freshmen that have found a way to impact their team’s run to the quarterfinals.
Brooke Ellens Brooke Ellens 5'1" | DS/L Cadillac | 2024 State MI , DS Cadillac
Ellens is one of many strong passers for Cadillac this fall. The freshman was able to get in 124 sets during the 2020 season, more than many of her peers around the state. She racked up 240 digs and also had 16 aces from the service line. Ellens will be one of the staples of the Cadillac program beyond 2020.
Emery Kuebler Emery Kuebler 5'7" | S Clarkston | 2024 State MI , S/DS Clarkston
Kuebler has fit right in nicely with the Wolves, splitting time at setter with Shay Bordine. Kuebler leads the team in assists this season with 588. However, she also is a consistent part of the strong Clarkston passing game, racking up 121 digs.
Carissa Musta Carissa Musta 6'3" | MB Cadillac | 2024 State MI , MH Cadillac
Cadillac is pretty well set with its hitting behind Macy Brown Macy Brown 5'10" | OH Cadillac | 2021 State MI . However, the Vikings have some real potential behind Musta. In her freshman season, she has 49 kills. Add in some tremendous blocking with 55 solo blocks and 88 total blocks, and Musta is sure to be an impact player in the next few seasons for the Vikings.
Carley Piercefield Carley Piercefield 5'4" | DS/L Lakewood | 2024 State #90 Nation MI , Lakewood
Piercefield was handed the libero jersey right from the start for Lakewood and she has handled the responsibility very well. The Vikings have a lot of trust in her, and her calm and consistency in the back row is why. Piercefield has firmly planted herself as one to watch in the Class of 2024.
Piper Risdon Piper Risdon 5'11" | MB Lowell | 2024 State MI , MH Lowell
Lowell was dealt a tough blow by not having promising sophomore middle Aubreigh Oswald Aubreigh Oswald 6'2" | MB Lowell | 2023 State MI this season. Looking to replace her by committee, Risdon has been able to help fill that void. Risdon played 116 sets this fall for the Red Arrows and put down 31 kills. However, her real impact was felt defensively, where she tallied 43 blocks.
Katelyn Rottman, DS Lansing Christian
Katelyn is one of three Rottmans on the Lansing Christian roster. All are making an impact for the Pilgrims. The freshman defender has been able to contribute with her passing game, showing some good instincts in the back row. Rottman also has a solid serve, proven by her nice aces during the regional final.