Instant 15s Standouts at the Great Plains Region Bid Tournament

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>We simply couldn't wait to address some superstar performances from the GPR Bid Tourney.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The electric atmosphere of this weekend's high-stakes event was nearly unmatched, and that electricity was sparked by some incredibly competitive volleyball. A head-spinning number of standout players rose to the occasion in Omaha, so let's the post-event breakdowns rolling right away.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>This one is for the 15s who snagged the spotlight right away. 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