Week 6 High School Standouts (Pt. 3)
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With high school season well underway here in Oregon, we are continuing to highlight players who are contributing majorly to their high school team. Below are the athletes from week six who stepped up and were a major factor in…
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Continue ReadingWith high school season well underway here in Oregon, we are continuing to highlight players who are contributing majorly to their high school team.
Below are the athletes from week six who stepped up and were a major factor in the team’s success.
Kamden Mitchell Kamden Mitchell 5'10" | S Crescent Valley | 2025 State #41 Nation OR l Crescent Valley High School l 2025 l 5’10” l S l G3 Volleyball Club
Mitchell has done an exceptional job thus far leading the Crescent Valley High School Raiders to dominance in the 5A classification. As their setter/right-side hitter, she both controls the offense and, as an attacker, dominates offensively. A well-rounded, and multifaceted, athlete, she has consistently posted big numbers. Across three matches, the sophomore yielded 19 kills, hitting a .594 average, had a stuff block, 3 service aces, and 73 assists.
Kylie Rankins l Springfield High School l 2023 l 5’9” l DS
Rankins is the primary libero for the Springfield High School Millers. A defensive threat all season long, noted her coach, Rankins is continuing to record double-digits for digs every match. In week six of play, she accumulated 33 successful digs.
Julie Roth l North Lake High School l 2023 l 5’6 l S
Roth, the primary setter for the North Lake High School Cowboys, is continuing to lead the team and has been a vital aspect of the success this season. Her coach noted she has become more and more effective with her quick sets and dumps week after week. Across week six of matches, Roth yielded 50 assists.
Danaeja Romero – Ah Sam l Springfield High School l 2024 l 5’8″ l S/RS
Romero – Ah Sam is a standout athlete coming out of the Eugene area. A top-notch basketball player, her efforts are translating nicely onto the volleyball court. For the Springfield High School Millers, she has stepped into a new role this season as a setter and right-side attacker. In the Millers match versus North Eugene, the junior garnered a triple-double with 11 kills, 18 digs, and 19 assists.
Joey Sizemore l Clatskanie High School l 2026 l 5’10” l S
Sizemore has become a dynamic setter for the Clatskanie High School Tigers. In her first season in the setters position, she is showcasing incredible growth these past six weeks. Versus Portland Christian, Sizemore racked up 23 assists and 3 kills.
Kate Stidham Kate Stidham 5'9" | S Crater | 2023 State OR l Crater High School l 2023 l 5’10” l S l Spiketown Volleyball Club
Committed: Southern Oregon University
Stidham is the primary setter for the Crater High School Comets and her ability to run the offense at an elite level has been vital in their success this season. A top 5A program, Stidham has successfully run a 5-1 since day one. Against the Comets’ sweep over the then #1 ranked Marshfield, the senior posted 34 assists, 10 digs, 6 kills, and 2 blocks.
Danielle Street Danielle Street 5'6" | DS/L Crescent Valley | 2024 State OR l Crescent Valley High School l 2024 l 5’6” l DS l G3 Volleyball Club
Street has been dominating as the libero for the Crescent Valley High School Raiders, controlling their defense and leading their backrow. Her relentless pursuit on defense and consistent serve receive passing has been critical in the Raiders achieving a top standing in 5A. Over three matches, Street accumulated 2 kills, 5 service aces, an average serve receive rating of 2.0, and 57 digs.
Josie Wertz l Newport High School l 2023 l 5’11” l MB l G3 Volleyball Club
Wertz has been a major contributor to both the offense and defense of the Newport High School Cubs as their starting middle blocker. Her coach complimented her coachability and positive attitude. In two matches, Wertz racked up 10 service aces, 9 blocks, and 12 kills.