Prospect Watch: 2023 Stock Risers
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Allana Appleby Allana Appleby 6'0" | MB Shaker Heights | 2023 State OH | MH | #13 (Previous = 38) Appleby is such a great surprise in the 2023 prospect rankings. The Shaker Heights product has some of the best…
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Allana Appleby
Allana
Appleby
6'0" | MB
Shaker Heights | 2023
State
OH
| MH | #13 (Previous = 38)
Appleby is such a great surprise in the 2023 prospect rankings. The Shaker Heights product has some of the best athleticism and has steadily made big gains in continuing to translate her physical tools to the volleyball court. She gets off the floor fast on both sides of the ball. Appleby has the ability to terminate quickly on the offensive side while also showing really good block penetration in getting her hands across the net. She has a high ceiling regarding her game at the next level. Keep an eye on her development this pivotal year for recruiting.
Sophia Anghilante
Sophia
Anghilante
6'1" | MB
Magnificat | 2023
State
OH
| MH | #9 (Previous = #30)
Anghilante had a monster match to open up Magnificat’s 2021 season as they defeated Notre Dame Academy 3-1. She had 18 kills in the match indicating that offensive production from the middle is going to be a big part of the Blue Streak’s point scoring. At 6’0, she has good size and is very active in the transition phase to make herself available to swing. She makes a big jump in the rankings as she continues to improve the quality of her contributions on the court.
Olivia Baumann
Olivia
Baumann
5'10" | OH
Eaton | 2023
State
OH
| OH | #32 (Previous = 51)
Baumann had a terrific 2020 season for Eaton as she terminated 3.8 kills per set. She returns as the Eagles top offensive option and point scorer. She is 5’9 and contacts the ball with great force to challenge any defense well. Look for her to swing with effectiveness from a variety of attack points across the net. She opened up their 2021 season with 16 kills against Northwestern.
Alayna Tessena
Alayna
Tessena
5'11" | OH
Highland | 2023
State
OH
| OH | #12 (Previous = #80)
Tessena makes a huge leap after limited evaluation from the previous rankings. Having the opportunity to get more eyes on her game she has continued to show a lot of skill as a left side attacker. She has good physicality and can terminate with good pace and range across the net, especially when the Highland offense is in system and running a quicker pace that gives her a little space. She earned over 400 kills in 2020 and was the Suburban League American player of the year.
Lauren Yacobucci
Lauren
Yacobucci
5'11" | S
Magnificat | 2023
State
OH
| S | #7 (Previous = 18)
Yacobucci makes a big leap not only in the overall rankings in the class but also in taking over the top spot in the setting position. She had a terrific club season and showed her value often with her ability to distribute a varied offense in both location and tempo. She carries that into the fall for her Magnificat squad, which parallels well her great competitive energy and floor leadership. At 5’11 she has good size for this position and when combined with her skills and court composure, she should continue to draw good attention from college recruiters.