Illinois Class of 2022 Update: Setters starting to set their way
As the regular high school season is coming to a close and athletes are starting to prepare to move into their club seasons for the summer, we take a dive into five setters that are standing out and making some…
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Continue ReadingAs the regular high school season is coming to a close and athletes are starting to prepare to move into their club seasons for the summer, we take a dive into five setters that are standing out and making some noise.
Erica Sledge– Ultimate Volleyball Club
Sledge comes right off the bat as a stellar and milt-athlete as she possesses the ability to play in several position on the floor. The 5’8” setter, has stellar movement across the floor and has impeccable ball handling skills. Sledge has a soft touch and has excellent positioning when she sets the ball for her offensive players to attack the ball. Sledge plays the secondary position as an OPP, which she has impressive defensive skills and her ability to read the floor increases her athletic abilities. Sledge is going to be an athlete that you are going to want to keep up with as she is a recent JVA Ultra Ankle watch list athlete.
Olivia Heidel– VC United
The 5’11” setter has impressive athletic skills as her height is something that catches your eye when you watch her play. Heidel is a very soft setter and sets up the ball perfectly for her team to secure the kill. Heidel is very swift across the court and is very fluent with how she works with the ball and her team. The setter has an impressive approach jump of 9’8.5” and a block jump of 9’2.5”, which comes to an advantage as she plays in the secondary position as the OPP. Heidel is a powerful and efficient player and is one to watch in the next coming weeks.
Paige Johnnic– Eich’s Volleyball Club
When it comes to your setters and DS, Johnnic is going to be the athlete that you can rely on when it comes to the defensive plays and ability to set up the perfect kill. Standing at 5’8”, Johnnic can set the ball not too high or low, but at the right positioning allowing for her attackers to get the kill. Johnnic is still a developing player but is not one to fear the ball or backdown from letting the ball hit the ground. Johnnic’s ability to get low is interesting to watch as she can move so swift in such a low positioning and that ability is one that brings out Johnnic’s physical talents. Johnnic is an athlete I suggest keeping an eye on.
Cameryn DeBlecourt– Ultimate Volleyball Club
DeBlecourt is another setter to watch coming out of the class of 2022. The 5’7” setter is a very powerful individual as she has a strong right arm in both her serving aces and her abilities to attack on the ball if need be. DeBlecourt is consistent with her serves and is very active on the court when it comes to following the flow of the ball. She is a determined player, and it shows in her athletic abilities, as DeBlecourt holds excellent sportsman ship on the court and is an effective communicator across the court. DeBlecourt acts fast, is quick on her feet, and doesn’t fail to reflect the ball back into play. DeBlecourt is going to be one to watch.
Darby Harris
Darby
Harris
5'10" | S
Wheaton Warrenville South | 2022
State
#157
Nation
IL
– Sports Performance
Harris is a stellar athlete, and her physical athletic abilities will back that up. Harris is one of the leading players for digs on both her club teams and high school team, as her stellar movement across the floor is something that does not go unnoticed. Harris is fast, attentive and moves with the flow of the ball, making the defensive tight. Last season, Harris was seen in 73 sets with 51 aces, 606 digs,41 assists and 759 serving receptions. Harris is going to be an athlete that you are going to want to keep on your radar.