MEQ Indy Preview: Circle City 16 White
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There is more to life (and qualifiers) than the top 1% of players. Dig a little deeper, and you can find some developmental diamonds in the proverbial rough. In the 16 American division, Circle’s 16 White roster has a few…
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Continue ReadingThere is more to life (and qualifiers) than the top 1% of players. Dig a little deeper, and you can find some developmental diamonds in the proverbial rough. In the 16 American division, Circle’s 16 White roster has a few that are worth mentioning, and will be key cogs in the machine that makes this team go. You can find them on Court 34 Friday morning.
’24, Veronica Whitaker Veronica Whitaker 6'0" | MB Franklin Community | 2024 State IN , 6-1 MB, Franklin Community
Long and lean, Veronica has the ability to go over, around and through all blocks thrown at her. Her long arms assist in her attack touch, and she can hit any angle. Currently projected as an M2 at the next level, I’d like to see a few more swings from her behind the setter. No matter—her abilities are already solid, and she’s already seen plenty of high-level play to justify this attention.
’24, Raegan Stader Raegan Stader 5'9" | RS Monrovia | 2024 State IN , 5-9 RS, Monrovia
A “Jane-of-all-trades” if there ever was one, I’ve personally seen Raegan hit in all three positions in the front row. She can also play back row defense in a pinch. Currently listed as a right side on this roster, she may be more suitable as a left pin in the not-so-near future. Her length, strength and jumping abilities all allow her to produce from anywhere, and as that hybrid attacker, Raegan might be the x-factor this weekend if this roster wants a bid to USAV Nationals.
’24, London Mitchell London Mitchell 5'9" | S Bloomington South | 2024 State IN , 5-10 S, Bloomington South
I hear you, readers. I need to talk about setters more. For the record, this is NOT a token write-up about someone that sets. London IS a 5-1 system setter, and is already running a faster-than-usual offense. Her hands are high, her upper body is strong, she gets her feet to the ball consistently, and is a factor on net defense in every point.
’24, Lainey Brauman, 5-9 OH, Tri-West
A primary-passing six-rotation outside is what you’re getting from Lainey. She’s the all-around player coaches covet, and can do so at a high level. Older sis Makenna plays at Division II Maryville, so you know the talent runs deep in the DNA for this family. Lainey can hit any shot from the left pin, terminates well from the back row, and can receive serve and defend at an above-average level.