Class of 2025 Pre-Season Heavy Hitters
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Below I have found five athletes who have been impressive in pre-season play. Some of them are new to me and some are familiar favorites. What you need to know about all of them is that these athletes can put…
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Continue ReadingBelow I have found five athletes who have been impressive in pre-season play. Some of them are new to me and some are familiar favorites. What you need to know about all of them is that these athletes can put a ball away from anywhere on the court. Take a look at the highlights below.
Britton Finley Britton Finley 6'2" | OH Frisco Memorial | 2025 State #109 Nation TX / Outside / Madfrog ‘ last=”] 16NG
I am just starting to follow Britton Finley Britton Finley 6'2" | OH Frisco Memorial | 2025 State #109 Nation TX after her performance at the Tour of Texas. Her team took first place in 16 open, and Britton was a main contributor to this success. The 6’1 outside has everything you’re looking for in power, strength, verticle, and explosiveness. She has a powerful line shot that is difficult to defend. Her team uses her a lot in serve receive, where she showed us some of her ball control skills. Britton should definitely be on your watch list because of her size and explosiveness.
Taylor Porter Taylor Porter 5'11" | OH Cypress Ranch | 2025 State #85 Nation TX / Outside / H Skyline 16 Royal
Gritty outside hitter Taylor Porter Taylor Porter 5'11" | OH Cypress Ranch | 2025 State #85 Nation TX is probably already on your list of must-watch athletes for her offensive capabilities, but she is the full package when it comes to an outside hitter. Her arm swing is fast and heavy, and she loves a fast-tempo ball to the outside. She can easily tag a ball inside the 10-foot line before your block can close. Her fast speed and arm swing are lethal from the pin. She is also an excellent defender who runs an amazing-to-watch back-row attack.
Naya Salfiti Naya Salfiti 6'1" | RS Liberty Christian | 2025 State TX / Setter/RS/ Madfrog ‘ last=”]
A lefty that packs a punch, Naya Salfiti Naya Salfiti 6'1" | RS Liberty Christian | 2025 State TX who plays for Madfrog ‘ last=”] has a hard snap on the ball. She puts all of her momentum behind the ball after an aggressive approach and a big load up to jump. She has a lot of range hitting a heavy ball cross and a hard ball line. As a defender, you never know where Naya will go. Her size at the net is a threat, and when she is not hitting she is setting back row. You can check out more of her highlights from her Twitter page below.
Lucy Cisneros Lucy Cisneros 5'11" | RS Colleyville | 2025 State TX / Middle / Excel Red 16.1
I first got familiar with Lucy Cisneros Lucy Cisneros 5'11" | RS Colleyville | 2025 State TX after the 5A State Championships in Garland. Lucy had a huge game for Colleyville Heritage in the Semi-Final. Her speed in the middle is so fast, and if you don’t close the block she will make you pay. A super technical, disciplined blocker, Lucy gets a ton of blocks per game. She is a fun player to watch across the net because of her heavy arm and explosive swing.
Melanie Guevara Melanie Guevara 5'9" | OH Rockwall | 2025 State TX / Outside / Skyline
New-to-me outside hitter Melanie Guevara Melanie Guevara 5'9" | OH Rockwall | 2025 State TX got my attention after her pre-season performance. Not only was she impressive live, but her highlight videos really show off her skill. I have seen her make a couple of big-time plays down the stretch. She also has a variety of shots. I have seen her beat the block, swing line, and tool all successfully. Check out Melanie’s Twitter for more highlights and where you can catch her team Skyline 16 Black next.