2026 Top 250 Expo Player Evaluations Part 1
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The Michigan Top 250 Expo was an opportunity for the Class of 2026 showcase the talent it has. A group of 29 members from the class put their skills on display and had a solid Expo. Here’s the first of…
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Continue ReadingThe Michigan Top 250 Expo was an opportunity for the Class of 2026 showcase the talent it has.
A group of 29 members from the class put their skills on display and had a solid Expo.
Here’s the first of two player evaluations from the 2026 prospects that competed.
Ella Azbell Ella Azbell 5'9" | OH Holly | 2026 State MI , OH Holly/High Performance
Azbell seemed a little apprehensive at times, but when she pushed herself she got in on some impressive plays. Azbell could put down a high-speed ball and also was able to quickly scramble on defense. She needs to have a little more trust in her skills.
Olivia Beaudrie Olivia Beaudrie 5'7" | OH SMCC | 2026 State MI , DS/L SMCC/Michigan Elite
Beaudrie was a great hustle player throughout the showcase and was able to make a lot of tough plays. Her effort and ability to make a difficult pass look easy allowed her to shine through. She’s surrounded by a lot of strong passers at SMCC, so she will be well-coached for the next three years.
Clare Beazley Clare Beazley 6'0" | MB Saline | 2026 State MI , MB Saline/HVVC
Approaching 6-foot, Beazley is likely to continue to grow and be a towering middle. She’s already got a wingspan that’s hard for others to compete with. I think she can tap into her size a little more and use it to her advantage, but that should come as she develops more aspects of her swing. Beazley has the basics down, so she’s got a high ceiling over the next three years.
Giselle Burlingame Giselle Burlingame 5'2" | DS/L Northville | 2026 State MI , DS/L Northville/L2
Burlingame was a prospect that really attacked the day. She went for every ball on every play. She didn’t always make the play, but it never slowed her down from continuing to play aggressively and with energy. Her work ethic will be a great asset as she continues to sharpen her technical side.
Allie Davison Allie Davison 5'10" | S Bloomfield Hills Marian | 2026 State MI , S Marian/Michigan Elite
Davison had a very smooth set and showed a lot of athleticism in her feeds, making quality sets from a variety of challenging angles and speeds. You can tell Davison is a well-coached prospect that is technically sound.
Aubree Deshetsky Aubree Deshetsky 5'9" | OH North Branch | 2026 State MI , OH North Branch/Legacy
Deshetsky plays with a veteran level of poise and focus that you don’t see from many young prospects. She’s technically sound in all areas of the game and never looks rattled. There isn’t a play she can’t make and she’s only getting better. Don’t mistake her poise for a lack of intensity though, as you can tell she is a driven athlete.
Laurin Edwards Laurin Edwards 5'8" | OH Cass Tech | 2026 MI , MH Cass Tech/Michigan Elite
At 5’8” Edwards may not have looked too intimidating in the middle, but she sure left an impression. She was a deceptively quick and powerful player that made up for her size with a lot of good footwork and athleticism. Edwards made blocks that you didn’t expect, then delivered some thunderous kills as well.
Jillian Ferrill Jillian Ferrill 6'1" | OH Lake Fenton | 2026 State MI , OH Lake Fenton/High Performance
Ferrill was working out at a variety of positions and looking like a standout at each of them. She’s long and athletic but can move very well in the back row. Ferrill also has very active eyes. She’s laser focused on seeing the play develop and being one step ahead. Her diverse skills and being able to excel in so many places made her a definite standout.
Emma Flick Emma Flick 5'2" | DS/L Traverse City West | 2026 State MI , DS/L Traverse City West/NorthShore
Flick was a lunch-pail player. She arrived and was ready to get to work. Flick put a lot of effort and energy into her drills and was good at finding ways to improve with each session. She was also a vocal player, both in support of her peers, but also in controlling the back row and taking command when need be.
Charlotte Gramzow Charlotte Gramzow 5'10" | OH Lutheran Northwest | 2026 State MI , DS/L Lutheran High Northwest/Michigan Elite
Gramzow was an explosive defender that could make a lot of athletic plays that some of her other defenders couldn’t. With that said, she also showed a lot of impressive skills offensively. She had a back row swing that brought a lot of velocity and hit sharp angles.
Marleigh Hemstreet Marleigh Hemstreet 5'10" | S Linden | 2026 State MI , S Linden/High Performance
Hemstreet didn’t overthink her sets and kept a steady performance throughout the Expo. She wasn’t as flashy as others, but still was very effective. One of her top traits was her communication skills. She directed her hitters very well.
Emma Keeping Emma Keeping 5'11" | S Imlay City | 2026 State MI , S Imlay City/Michigan Elite
Keeping did a good job of quickly getting a feel for new cycles of hitters she worked with. She also was a very coachable player, as she applied tips that the staff were giving to her right away. Keeping was a prospect that got better and better throughout the day.
Reagan Lesley Reagan Lesley 5'10" | MB Chippewa Valley | 2026 State MI , MB Chippewa Valley/Michigan Elite
Lesley was one of the most consistent hitters in the class when it came to putting a pop on each swing. She was able to generate steady power with each attack. Lesley also had a nice swing while fading back from the net, allowing her to finish points on out-of-system balls.
Peyton Lowes Peyton Lowes 5'11" | S Northville | 2026 State MI , S Northville/Legacy
Lowes had a good motor, as she was great at sticking with the play and being ready to make a set from a tough angle or challenging speed from her passer. Her quickness and attentiveness also allowed her to come through with some challenging defensive plays during a scramble at the net.
Skylar Marteen Skylar Marteen 5'9" | OH Northville | 2026 State MI , OH Northville/L2
Marteen was one of the more explosive players in this class. She lifted off the floor with a lot of ease and had a lot of arm speed to go with it. Once the ball was hit, it was on the floor in a flash. With the power and the quickness there, she’s going to develop into a great all-around player as she improves on her defensive skills.