Class of 2024: 16-20
We keep moving along with introducing our 25 athletes in the inaugural rankings for the class of 2024. In the first edition, we had to get creative in identifying some of the top prospects. Please note, these 25 are not…
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Continue ReadingWe keep moving along with introducing our 25 athletes in the inaugural rankings for the class of 2024. In the first edition, we had to get creative in identifying some of the top prospects. Please note, these 25 are not the only athletes on our radar, however with the information we were able to gather we are starting with this group. We will have an expanded list next quarter after more club matches are off and running. Today we look at our athletes ranked 16-20.
#16 Caroline Wengler Caroline Wengler 5'11" | MB Park Hill South | 2024 State MO – 5’11” – MB – Park Hill South/Club North
Wengler was a pleasant surprise in the middle for Park Hill South this fall. The Panthers returned a pretty experienced line-up and were looking for a second middle to rise to the occasion and the 5’11” middle was able to step up. She had 89 kills and 25 blocks on the year. She’s a smart player and sees the whole court well. You can see her use tips to open areas to match her powerful arm. She will continue to develop as a blocker in years to come.
#17 Izzy Herrbold Izzy Herrbold 5'5" | DS/L Helias | 2024 State MO – 5’5″ – L – Helias/Missouri Jrs.
Herrbold is a player we are excited to watch over the years. She is one of those high motor players we expect to move up in the rankings over time. She was a valuable piece in the 24 win season for Helias. She exhibited a strong defensive presence, owning 231 digs in 2020. Her passing was on point also, with 188 receptions. She can cover a lot of ground with her quick first step and awareness.
#18 Kylie Scott Kylie Scott 6'1" | MB Carl Junction | 2024 State MO – 5’10” – MB – Carl Junction/417 Juniors
Carl Junction had big expectations entering into the 2020 season and got a boost from Kylie Scott Kylie Scott 6'1" | MB Carl Junction | 2024 State MO in her freshman season. Adding more height, Scott thrived in the middle this fall. She was able to garner 63 kills to complement the big numbers from the pin hitters. She will be looked upon to provide a little more offense going further but should be more than capable of doubling those numbers in 2021.
#19 Bella Faria Bella Faria 5'10" | OH Kickapoo | 2024 State MO – 5’9″ – OH – Kickapoo/Apex
Faria was able to contribute in 35 sets in her first year at Kickapoo. She hit .308, while getting 38 kills. At 5’9″, we love her aggressiveness and willingness to take huge swings against bigger blocks. She also has shown the ability to take something off with a tip or roll shot. She is a player who should be able to develop into a 6 rotation pin with more reps and experience in the back row.
#20 Gabbi Burkard Gabbi Burkard 5'11" | OH Festus | 2024 State MO – OH – Festus
Burkard had one of the more stat filled seasons for the class of 2024 this fall. She came in and showed she is ready to compete over the next three years. Her freshman season saw her finish with 163 kills and 58 digs. She is wise beyond her years as an attacker. Her shot selections enable her to score in many ways. She is another pin to keep an eye on this club season to watch her development.