Can Am Watch-List: 17/18 Divisions
Yet, another weekend chock full of high level volleyball in the Motor City. This weekend will see some of the top teams in the Midwest and Canada joins forces in Detroit for this top-notch event. The 17s and 18s divisions…
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Continue ReadingYet, another weekend chock full of high level volleyball in the Motor City. This weekend will see some of the top teams in the Midwest and Canada joins forces in Detroit for this top-notch event.
The 17s and 18s divisions look a little different for this Classic. Combining the open divisions for both age groups, we see a lot of worthy teams not in this division. Rest assure, we’ll be looking at these age groups top to bottom and look at who’s who to watch out for this weekend in Detroit.
Kendal Young Kendal Young 5'9" | S West Michigan Christian | 2023 State MI (2023) | 5’7 S | FaR Out
After a break out high school season, Kendall Young has been making a name for herself on FaR Out’s 17 Black squad. Young is a setter with super high IQ and an eye for the opposing defense.
Kennedy Arp Kennedy Arp 6'0" | MB South Christian | 2023 State MI (2023) | 6’1 MB | FaR Out
One of the most underrated players currently in Michigan, Kennedy Arp Kennedy Arp 6'0" | MB South Christian | 2023 State MI is a name that should be on everyone’s list. Arp has the hops to jump out of the gym and her hang time is outrageous. She’s having a breakout season and a key cog for FaR Out’s 18 Black team.
Kennedy Arp leavin’ no doubt in that one 😳😳 #PresidentsDayChallenge pic.twitter.com/TubIAUE44o
— Line Shot Volleyball (@LineShotVBall) February 24, 2022
Bella Austin Bella Austin 6'0" | OH Dakota | 2023 State MI (2023) | 6’0 OH | L2
A recent top performer at the Motor City Madness Showcase, Bella Austin Bella Austin 6'0" | OH Dakota | 2023 State MI is turning her game on at the best time of the season. Austin has a great reach on the ball and can snap through the hardest of defenses.
Molly Banta Molly Banta 6'0" | OH Marian | 2023 State MI (2023) | 6’0 OH | Michigan Elite
Another recent top performer from our last showcase in the Motor City, Molly Banta Molly Banta 6'0" | OH Marian | 2023 State MI is what drives this team’s success. Banta has a great swing and is playing some of her best ball as of late. Banta is a player to keep an eye on.
Norah Tisko Norah Tisko 5'8" | DS/L Royal Oak Shrine | 2023 State MI (2023) | 5’6 L | Michigan Elite
Like her teammate Banta, Norah Tisko Norah Tisko 5'8" | DS/L Royal Oak Shrine | 2023 State MI is playing her best ball at the best time of the season. Tisko is going to be one of the top libero’s going into the weekend with a great eye for the opponent’s offense and rock solid reception.
Kaela Chingwa Kaela Chingwa 6'3" | MB North Branch | 2024 State MI (2024) | 6’2 MB | NBVBC
Another superstar from the prep season, Kaela Chingwa Kaela Chingwa 6'3" | MB North Branch | 2024 State MI will be back in action with a majority of her North Branch team this weekend. Chingwa is a large presence at the net with a booming swing and a wall of a block.
Throwback to this wicked shot by Kaela Chingwa from North Branch –
Check her out this weekend in Detroit! https://t.co/qA7D2Etj5Z pic.twitter.com/ztR43YWEae— Line Shot Volleyball (@LineShotVBall) May 6, 2022
Erin Madigan Erin Madigan 6'2" | S Dakota | 2023 State MI (2023) | 6’2 S | Legacy
Arguably the top setter coming into this age group for the weekend, Erin Madigan Erin Madigan 6'2" | S Dakota | 2023 State MI brings a lot to the table. Standing tall at 6’2, she’s a force in more ways than just her setting. But with that, her setting is looking more and more clean and precise as she continues an impressive Junior campaign.
Kendall White Kendall White 6'0" | S Lincoln | 2022 State OH (2023) | 5’5 L | Five:1
Like Tisko, Kendall White Kendall White 6'0" | S Lincoln | 2022 State OH is a libero that needs to be on everyone’s watch list. White is a scrappy defender and is oh so important for this Five:1 team. She has the capabilities of covering large spaces on the court whether it be on defense or in reception.