2021 Rankings Update: Defensive Specialists

<p>Several Class of 2021 defensive specialists are among the top prep volleyball players in the state. </p> <p>Prep Dig Kentucky has updated its Class of 2021 rankings. A closer look at the top four defensive specialists in the Prep Dig Class of 2021 rankings follows. </p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="68066" first="Eleanor" last="Beavin"] (Mercy):</strong> The three-time defensive player of the year in Kentucky, Beavin will remain in-state. Beavin is headed to the University of Kentucky. A longtime leader, Beavin helped to lead Mercy Academy throughout her prep career. As a senior, Beavin recorded 436 digs, 75 assists and 28 service aces.</p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="68068" first="Kelsey" last="Brangers"] (Central Hardin):</strong> An multi-time All-State selection, Brangers finished her prep career strong. As a senior, Brangers recorded 477 digs, 100 assists and 58 service aces. Headed to Western Kentucky University, Brangers was a leader for Central Hardin throughout her prep career. </p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="68070" first="Jenny" last="Wessling"] (Assumption):</strong> A defensive specialist for the state’s top high school volleyball program, Wessling made an impact on the court throughout her senior season. Wessling is headed to High Point University. As a senior, in 14 matches, Wessling compiled 183 digs, 35 assists and 10 service aces. </p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="68081" first="Caroline" last="Cole"] (Paul Laurence Dunbar):</strong> A longtime leader for Paul Laurence Dunbar, Cole has been a standout at her position during her prep career. Headed to Kennesaw State University, Cole has earned numerous All-State honors. As a senior, Cole compiled 373 digs, 69 assists and 30 service aces. </p>