Five 2026 Region 9 Outside Hitters to Watch
Freshmen outside hitters contributed for teams throughout Region 9 during the 2022 high school volleyball season. A look at five 2026 Region 9 outside hitters to watch follows. Isabel Bakker POS OH CLASS 2026 Isabel Bakker School: Beechwood Isabel Bakker…
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Continue ReadingFreshmen outside hitters contributed for teams throughout Region 9 during the 2022 high school volleyball season.
A look at five 2026 Region 9 outside hitters to watch follows.
Isabel Bakker
Isabel Bakker
Isabel Bakker adjusts well to sets coming from any location and thrives as a hitter on the left side of the net. Bakker hits consistently from both the front row and the back row. Agile, Bakker transitions from defense into attack mode quickly.
Madi Demler
Madi Demler
Madi Demler possesses strong jumping ability and elevates well at the net. Able to contribute as both an outside hitter and a setter, Demler can excel offensively. A productive hitter, aggressive blocker and precise passer, Demler possesses solid back row skills and communicates well with teammates.
Morgan Heater Morgan Heater 6'0" | OH Ryle | 2026 KY is a versatile player who possesses a diverse skill set and can produce from multiple positions. An outside hitter/right side hitter/setter, Heater was among the top players for her high school team as a freshman. Heater, who can excel as both a go-to hitter and a primary passer, blocks at a high level.
Gracie Portwood
Gracie Portwood
Gracie Portwood is one of the young players on the rise for reigning state champion Notre Dame. Poised to contribute more for the defending state champion during her sophomore campaign, Portwood is a versatile hitter who can hit consistently from either side of the net. Portwood elevates well at the net and provides strong hitting and accurate passing.
Grace Reynolds
Grace Reynolds
Grace Reynolds is an athletic outside hitter poised to take on a larger role for her team during the 2023 high school volleyball season. Reynolds has shown the ability to be a reliable hitter and passer from various parts of the court. In addition, Reynolds works well with the middle blocker on blocks.