Watching The 2025 Watch List T-Z
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We have reached the end of our look at the Watch List players in the Class of 2025 rankings. Through the dig into each player, we can see just how deep this class really is. Here’s a look at the…
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Continue ReadingWe have reached the end of our look at the Watch List players in the Class of 2025 rankings.
Through the dig into each player, we can see just how deep this class really is.
Here’s a look at the Watch List talents in T-Z.
Kadie Tarasiewicz Kadie Tarasiewicz 6'0" | MB Orchard Lake St. Mary’s Preparatory | 2025 State MI , MB Orchard Lake St. Mary’s/Legacy
A promising 6-foot middle, Tarasiewicz has a good feel for the position and putting a solid swing on each ball that comes her way. She can adapt her arm angle and speeds well mid-flight and is also able to read the blockers well. As she continues to tap into her aggression offensively and defensively, she’s likely to become a next-level threat.
Ella Thayer Ella Thayer 5'8" | OH Kenowa Hills | 2025 MI , OH Kenowa Hills
Thayer is a good all-around athlete and that plays out well on the volleyball court. She brings a lot of competitiveness to the floor and looks explosive in her attacking while moving smoothly in the back row to make defensive plays and take back-row swings. Thayer looks comfortable in a leadership role and has the drive to keep getting better.
Lucy VanDrunen Lucy VanDrunen 5'10" | OH Grand Rapids Christian | 2025 State MI , OH Grand Rapids Christian/MVA
VanDrunen is working hard to develop her all-around game and it been showing growth. Her swing is getting a little smoother and faster, her defensive reads have been more accurate, and her blocking instincts have developed quicker. The next year should see VanDrunen really take a step forward.
Amanda Vushaj Amanda Vushaj 5'11" | OH Regina | 2025 State MI , OH Regina/Michigan Elite
Vushaj has been a solid contributor for Regina in the Catholic League the last two fall seasons. She is able to play either end of the net and has shown the ability to climb the ladder on her attacks. Vushaj mixes up her attack angles and isn’t afraid to work the sidelines to finish points.
Layna Waselewsky Layna Waselewsky 5'5" | DS/L Forest Hills Eastern | 2025 State MI , DS/L Lowell/FaR Out
Waselewsky is a very spry defender that has the athleticism to play other positions on the floor if need be. She is able to sprawl and dive to make some really difficult plays for her team. Waselewsky also has the competitive fire you look for in a libero.
Mairin Ziegler Mairin Ziegler 5'10" | MB Grand Rapids Catholic Central | 2025 MI , MB Grand Rapids Catholic Central/MVBTA
Ziegler can play on the outside, as well as the middle. She has the ability to dial up her swing another gear to really make an emphatic kill. As Ziegler has gotten more reps and playing time, she’s become more of a consistent finisher and has added some offspeed options to her attack.
Ashley Zollman Ashley Zollman 5'5" | DS/L Rockford | 2025 State MI , DS/L Rockford/MVBTA
Zollman rounds out the list, but she doesn’t have to take a back seat to many defenders in the class. She displays a lot of sound form and technique and seems composed during the pressure moments. Zollman has also been working on her serve and has proven to be challenging from the service line.