Powerhouse Pins from the IL Top 250 Expo
The pins from the Illinois Top 250 Expo were dynamic, explosive, and well-rounded. They were fun to watch and many were competitive in all skills from serve receive to blocking and offense. Makena Wesol – 5’10” – Sky High –…
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Continue ReadingThe pins from the Illinois Top 250 Expo were dynamic, explosive, and well-rounded. They were fun to watch and many were competitive in all skills from serve receive to blocking and offense.
Makena Wesol – 5’10” – Sky High – 2022
Makena was the very first name I wrote down in my notes. She was aggressive on the court, a clear leader and confident in everything she did. Makena has great form and is powerful and consistent from both the front and back row. She is also great at serve receive and moves efficiently to the ball.
Alayna Pierce Alayna Pierce 5'11" | MB Genoa Kingston | 2024 State IL – 5’10” – Club Fusion – 2024
Alayna is simply an athlete. She excels in all six rotations and can swing effectively across the net. Her defense is stellar and she reads opposing hitters very well. Alayna has both power and finesse and utilizes shots well. Her talent as a well-rounded athlete really sets her apart.
Ruth Ziegler Ruth Ziegler 6'3" | MB Warren Township | 2024 State IL – 6’3” – Sky High – 2024
Ruth has a huge presence at the net. But it’s not her height that sets her apart (though that does help), it is her toolbox of shots she has in her back pocket. She has such good court awareness and great contact and control on the ball. She seems to be able to put the ball anywhere she wants and has some great power behind it as well.
Emily Lisi Emily Lisi 6'1" | OH Wauconda | 2024 State IL – 6’0” – Sky High – 2024
Emily is another huge asset as a six rotation outside. She has some incredible power and is lethal out of the front and back row. She has a great serve that gave a lot of athletes trouble at the Top 250 Expo. Her ability to do it all, and do it well, makes her one of the best athletes at the event.
Brynn Smith – 6’0” – Sky High 2024
Brynn has a really nice vertical and high snap on the ball. She moves her swings around well and has an explosive approach. Brynn really uses every aspect of her approach and arm swing to give her a powerful swing on the ball. She is very efficient on the pin.
Leah Freesemann – 6’1” – Top Flight – 2025
Leah is a huge breakout athlete. She has good fundamentals and a powerhouse swing. When she gets up on a good set, watch out because she will execute with no hesitation. As she continues to develop in serve receive and defense, Leah will be nearly unstoppable.
Nora Larson Nora Larson 6'0" | OH Antioch | 2024 State IL – 6’0” – Sky High – 2024
Nora is a hugely dynamic pin hitter. She has a great swing and is equally as good on defense. She is engaged in every play and finds good spots in out-of-system plays. She is a very talented athlete in all skills and adds a lot of value to any court she plays on.
Morgan Stewart – 5’10” – FC Elite – 2025
Morgan is an energizer on the court and aggressive at the net. She is a solid passer and transitions well from defense to offense. Her ability to amp up her teammates is amazing. Morgan has a great blend of power and shots and is also a very good blocker.
Other Powerhouse Pins:
Katarina Mikolic – 5’11” – Epic United 2023
Katelyn Rossini Katelyn Rossini RS Grant | 2024 State IL – 5’10” – Sky High – 2024
Ella Boland – 5’11” – Sky High – 2024