2024 Player Rankings Update: Top Middle Hitters
If there is a position of strength in the Class of 2024, middle hitter/blocker may be it. The middles in this class have really emerged in the last year and have proven their value, with eight finding themselves in the…
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Continue ReadingIf there is a position of strength in the Class of 2024, middle hitter/blocker may be it.
The middles in this class have really emerged in the last year and have proven their value, with eight finding themselves in the top 20 of our latest 2024 Player Rankings.
Here’s a closer look at the top of the list following our latest release last month.
1. Mallory Bohl Mallory Bohl 6'3" | MB Saline | 2024 State #102 Nation MI , Saline/Legacy
Bohl has been on the national radar for a while already. The 6’3” middle from Saline is a lot more then just long arms and legs. She’s very athletic and quick to a spot. Her blocking is already at an elite level, and her finishing rate on attacks isn’t far behind. The scary thing about Bohl, is she still can get a lot better too.
2. Kendall Hopewell Kendall Hopewell 6'1" | MB Forest Hills Northern | 2024 State #193 Nation MI , Forest Hills Northern/FaR Out
Hopewell may not have the length as some of the other middles in this class, but she has every but the explosiveness. That has allowed her to be able to shift around the court during prep season. Hopewell adapts well to her sets and can find an open spot on the floor from a variety of angles.
3. Mila Kavara Mila Kavara 6'2" | MB Forest Hills Central | 2024 State MI , Forest Hills Central/FaR Out
Kavara didn’t get a lot of varsity action during the prep season, but she’s definitely due for a breakout season in 2022. Her footwork allows her to shift to the right side and give her team a lot of size and athleticism up front. As Kavara grows in confidence, she’s sure to become a 1-woman wrecking crew.
4. Ellie Fles Ellie Fles 6'0" | MB South Christian | 2024 State MI , South Christian/FaR Out
Fles is another versatile middle out of FaR Out that can also shift to the outside when needed. She’s got a lot of tools for a solid all-around game, including an improving serve and defensive arsenal. This club season will give us more of an indicator of where we should expect to see Fles really shine.
5. Johanna Tillman Johanna Tillman 6'2" | MB Dakota | 2024 State MI , Dakota/Legacy
Tillman has as much drive as anyone in her class. She aspires to be great and succeed at the next level and that alone will be a great foundation for her to continue to build on. Mix in great length and athleticism, and she can be an elite-level middle. As her number continues to get called more in the next year, she should draw a lot of college attention.
6. Kaela Chingwa Kaela Chingwa 6'3" | MB North Branch | 2024 State MI , North Branch
7. Alison Parachek Alison Parachek 6'0" | MB Dexter | 2024 State MI , Dexter/L2
8. Allison Pilat Allison Pilat 6'2" | OH Plymouth Christian | 2024 State MI , Plymouth Christian/Michigan Elite
9. Carissa Musta Carissa Musta 6'3" | MB Cadillac | 2024 State MI , Cadillac
10. Piper Risdon Piper Risdon 5'11" | MB Lowell | 2024 State MI , Lowell/FaR Out
11. Karlie Vogelheim Karlie Vogelheim 5'11" | MB Brighton | 2024 State MI , Brighton/L2
12. Brooke Foucher Brooke Foucher 5'11" | MB Northville | 2024 MI , St. Clair/L2
13. Marianna Rivera Marianna Rivera 6'5" | MB Williamston | 2024 State MI , Williamston/L2
14. Ava Krist Ava Krist 5'10" | MB Rockford | 2024 MI , Rockford/MVA
15. Avry Nelson Avry Nelson 6'3" | MB Northville | 2024 State MI , Northville/L2