15 Athletes with HUGE Potential from Battle at the Bay
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The potential I saw at Battle at the Bay was insane. So many athletes on the rise that just continued to impress match after match. These athletes were from all age divisions. It seemed everywhere I looked there was talent…
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Continue ReadingThe potential I saw at Battle at the Bay was insane. So many athletes on the rise that just continued to impress match after match. These athletes were from all age divisions. It seemed everywhere I looked there was talent to be found. Here are 15 athletes with huge potential from the Battle at the Bay tournament.
Maleah Moldenhauer Maleah Moldenhauer 5'7" | S La Crescent | 2026 WI
Maleah Moldenhauer Maleah Moldenhauer 5'7" | S La Crescent | 2026 WI
Maleah has all the pieces to being a great setter. She is aggressive, has a soft touch on the ball, and spreads her offense. Everyone on the court gets swings when Maleah is setting. She is an athlete I can’t wait to watch continue to improve and impress throughout the years.
Emma Tesch Emma Tesch 5'3" | S Kimberly | 2026 State WI
Emma Tesch Emma Tesch 5'3" | S Kimberly | 2026 State WI
Emma has great form and super clean hands. She has quick contact on the ball and never misses a beat on the court. Emma’s fundamentals are great and will set her up for success as she continues to play. She pushes the ball well and keeps her hitters engaged.
Makenna Angerhofer Makenna Angerhofer 5'4" | DS/L Stoughton | 2026 WI
Makenna Angerhofer Makenna Angerhofer 5'4" | DS/L Stoughton | 2026 WI
Makenna is the definition of huge potential. She has a lethal serve that keeps her on the back line for numerous points in a row. She is engaged and works hard in the back row. Makenna is always working to pick up balls for her team and to give her setter the best possible pass.
Tristyn Ernst
Tristyn Ernst
Tristyn can wear multiple hats. I saw her playing defensive specialist, but she can also swing on the outside. She impressed me because she got a touch on anything that came over the net. She was always ready for whatever hit, tip, or serve was sent her way.
Lila Quinones Lila Quinones 5'4" | DS/L Pewaukee | 2026 WI
Lila Quinones Lila Quinones 5'4" | DS/L Pewaukee | 2026 WI
Lila is a libero with a ton of potential. She had some of the cleanest serve receive form in her division and was level-headed on the court. She plays great out of middle back and reads opposing hitters well. She is disciplined and doesn’t dive unnecessarily. Lila’s ball control is such a great foundation for her future success.
Claudia Ryder Claudia Ryder 5'10" | S Port Washington | 2026 WI
Claudia Ryder Claudia Ryder 5'10" | S Port Washington | 2026 WI
Claudia is a setter with huge potential. She is tall and has clean hands. Her soft touch on the ball means she rarely makes errors. She is an athlete who will be a high-impact player as she continues to work hard and develop the strategy side of her game. She is already a talented player and is a player to watch.
Jillella Smit Jillella Smit 5'10" | S Fond Du Lac | 2024 WI
Jillella Smit Jillella Smit 5'10" | S Fond Du Lac | 2024 WI
Jillella is a setter on the rise. She has soft hands and a lot of power. She can push the ball pin to pin from anywhere on the court. Jillella is a smart setter who knows her hitters well. She is a leader on the court and rarely makes errors. She also has a solid serve and has great endurance throughout tournaments.
Isabella Fahrenkrug
Isabella Fahrenkrug
Isabella impressed me this weekend with her work ethic on the court. She showed up for her team every single point. She was a leader on the court and never stopped fighting throughout matches. She helped her team play tough in every set.
Elizabeth Calixto
Elizabeth Calixto
Elizabeth was a dominant force on the court in her team’s 5th place finish. She never gave up on balls and was always communicating with her teammates. Her talk on the court set her apart on the court. She has a great platform and is consistent and gritty on the court.
Kirsten is an athlete with huge potential. She has clean hands and good footwork. Kirsten works to better every ball on the court. She communicates with her team and runs the offense well. She is a player to watch as she continues to improve and impress every time she steps on the court.
Samantha is a player you can’t miss on the court. She stepped up in some big moments for Penguins 15 Elite. Samantha was aggressive with her swings and always made herself available for a set. She is a bit under the radar but has huge potential and is already an impact player on her team.
Mollie Murphey Mollie Murphey S WI
Mollie Murphey Mollie Murphey S WI
Mollie has great ball control and is very level-headed on the court. She doesn’t get flustered on the court and always works hard. Her form is clean, and she is efficient with her play. Mollie has huge potential. Her fundamentals are great, and she is a player who can continue to have a big impact.
Allison is an athlete on the rise in this class. She has a huge presence at the net and is impactful both in front of and behind the setter. When she connects on a slide, it is truly impressive to watch. Allison puts up a big block and moves from pin to pin quickly and efficiently.
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Meredith is a very talented setter. She has soft hands and is very athletic and gritty in her play. She has this ability to make tough plays work and that sets her apart from other athletes. She is a fun athlete to watch because she is a leader and runs the court well.
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Olivia is solid in everything she does. She is a dynamic athlete who plays at a high level in all six rotations. She is an offensive weapon in both the front and back row. Olivia is engaged and has an impact on every point in the match. She gets a lot of touches on the ball and adds a lot of value every moment she is on the court.