2023 Rankings Update: Top 10 Setters
Setters have always been a strength in the state of Michigan. A lot of athletic and intelligent court leaders have made their way through the mitten in recent years. In our latest Class of 2023 rankings, it includes a number…
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Continue ReadingSetters have always been a strength in the state of Michigan.
A lot of athletic and intelligent court leaders have made their way through the mitten in recent years.
In our latest Class of 2023 rankings, it includes a number of standout setters that are going to make a splash at the next level.
We’ve taken a look at the outside hitters, the right side hitters and the middle hitters. Here’s a look at the latest top 10 setters.
1. Ava Sarafa Ava Sarafa 6'0" | S Marian | 2023 State #14 Nation MI , Marian/Michigan Elite: Sarafa has really proven herself to be at an elite level in the last year. Through a lot of tough love from coaching, Sarafa has really found her groove and plays with a lot of confidence and instincts on the floor now. She’s got the athleticism to make all the sets, and has refined her technique to make very few mistakes. Her leadership skills are growing each day as well.
2. Erin Kline Erin Kline 6'2" | S Mercy | 2023 State #123 Nation MI , Mercy/Legacy: Kline is set to have a big 2021. She has been behind one of the best setters in the country, Julia Bishop Julia Bishop 5'10" | S Mercy | 2021 State MI , at Mercy. Next fall will be her chance to shine and show what she has learned from her. Kline has already proven herself at the club level with Legacy 16-1 ADIDAS. She’s got the length, the fundamentals and the leadership abilities to be among the elite nationally.
3. Skylar Bump Skylar Bump 5'7" | S Lakewood | 2023 MI , Lakewood/FaR Out: Bump has been thrown into the fire at Lakewood right away and has come out flourishing. Working with elite hitters has elevated her game, but now she has the comfort level to take control on her own. Bump shows good hand placement while not giving opponents too much insight on her next move. She keeps an offense running smoothly.
4. Corrie Wisser Corrie Wisser 5'10" | S Hopkins | 2023 State MI , Hopkins/MVA: Wisser is a great athlete at the setter position. She really has a great all-around game and has shown the ability to finish points on her own and defend at a high level while at Hopkins. In club play, Wisser has really worked on her technique and decision-making. She’s starting to really find her groove.
5. Erin Madigan Erin Madigan 6'2" | S Dakota | 2023 State MI , Dakota/Legacy: Madigan is another setter with some good length at 6’0”. She is able to use that length to keep opposing teams guessing on the other side of the net. Madigan has a lot of experience on the floor against and with strong hitters and it has made her very comfortable in high-pressure points. She sees the rest of the court very well and has a high ceiling.
6. Paige Elliott Paige Elliott 5'6" | S Country Day | 2023 State MI , Country Day/Legacy: Elliott could definitely be listed as a DS as well, as she flourishes in the back row. Elliott has great passing skills and a lot of poise. As a setter, Elliott works with a lot of elite hitters at Country Day. She sets a great ball for her hitters to connect with and is able to mix up the shot selection for her offense.
7. Eve Martin Eve Martin 5'11" | S Lakeland | 2023 State MI , Lakeland: Martin is another multi-position player. Along with her setting, she also can play at the net or in the back row. Martin is just a great athlete and a competitor. She is going to find a way to excel wherever she plays. Martin may not have the size or technique of some of her peers on this list, but she’s as determined as anyone.
8. Megan Grose Megan Grose 5'10" | S St. Catherine | 2023 State MI , St. Catherine/Michigan Elite: Grose is another top athlete that can play setter, but can also work the right side as a hitter. Grose is able to hit at a solid percentage with some big pop in her swings. As a setter, her athleticism stands out the most. She is able to make a lot of challenging plays and never tires throughout a match.
9. Hayley Wegener Hayley Wegener 5'11" | S Coopersville | 2023 State MI , Grant/MVA: Wegener is on the verge of a big year as she gets more opportunities to show what she can do. Wegener is a well-rounded athlete that has good leadership skills on the floor. She has a knack for coming through with a big play during the big points and knows when to be aggressive.
10. Avery Palmateer Avery Palmateer 5'10" | S Caledonia | 2023 State MI , Caledonia/FaR Out: Palmateer shows all the skills of a great court leader. She’s got the vocal skills and confidence to carry a team on the court. Caledonia put a lot of trust in her this past season and she’s working with a lot of talent at FaR Out that is only going to make her stronger. With her confidence elevated, Palmateer’s skillset is going to start to shine through.