Team Spotlight: Paul Laurence Dunbar
Steve LeMaster
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<p>Featuring many talented student-athletes, perennial 11th Region title contender Paul Laurence Dunbar is among the state’s top high school volleyball teams.</p>
<p>Paul Laurence Dunbar is ranked 11th in the current Kentucky Volleyball Coaches Association Top 25 Poll, which was released on Tuesday, Oct. 5. </p>
<p>Heading into the final week of the 2021 high school volleyball regular season, Dunbar is 19-9. </p>
<p>Here are three Dunbar players to watch.</p>
<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="126304" first="Campbell" last="Gash"] </strong>(Sr., Setter)<strong>:</strong> A vocal leader, Gash is experienced at her position and possesses strong communication skills. An agile player who is fast and covers the court thoroughly, Gash runs the offense successfully. Gash identifies blockers well and makes quick decisions on the court regularly. </p>
<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="107413" first="Delaney" last="Gash"]</strong> (So., Outside Hitter): A productive hitter from the left side, Gash can deliver from both the front row and the back row. Athletic, Gash adjusts well to sets coming from any location. Along with producing as a hitter, Gash, who is a standout in the Class of 2024, works well with middle blockers on blocks. </p>
<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="106672" first="Ava" last="Jackson"]</strong> (Jr., Outside Hitter): Agressive at the net, Jackson possesses solid jumping ability. In addition, Jackson boasts quality back row skills. Jackson can deliver as both a go-to hitter and a primary passer. A player with a solid all-around skill set, Jackson reads opposing defenses successfully. </p>
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