Powerhouse Pins Set to Dominate the Prep Dig Gauntlet
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The Gauntlet is set to be an absolute battle from start to finish. It will have some of the top teams in the Midwest (and the country). This article dives into the powerhouse pins that are sure to have a…
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Continue ReadingThe Gauntlet is set to be an absolute battle from start to finish. It will have some of the top teams in the Midwest (and the country). This article dives into the powerhouse pins that are sure to have a huge impact on the tournament from start to finish.
You cannot talk about powerhouse pins without the name Ellie White Ellie White 5’11” | OH Mother McAuley | 2024 State #34 Nation IL . This Michigan commit is absolutely dominant on the court. She is the type of player that will stop you in your tracks when you are walking around a tournament and make you say “wow.” Her power is not the only thing that sets Ellie apart on the court though. She is a high level player in all of her skills and is competitive and motivated on the court.
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Mesaiya is the top-ranked athlete in her class in Minnesota. Not only is her power impressive but also her versatility. She can swing on both pins and is incredibly efficient in her play. She is absolutely explosive in everything she does. Mesaiya has impressed numerous scouts this season and is going to be a player to watch at the Gauntlet.
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Madison is another top ranked pin hitter. She trains with the National Team Development Program and was a key player in DSHA’s state championship run in fall 2022. She plays all six rotations and is an offensive weapon from anywhere on the court. Her power and decision making skills make her a high-level athlete. She has an incredibly high volleyball IQ as well.
Logan is a dominant athlete on the court. She can earn points from anywhere and incredibly valuable and impactful in out of system plays. Her no look line shot is an almost guaranteed kill for her team. Logan has trained with the National Team Development Program and is a gritty and hard working athlete on the court. She plays with a competitive mindset and is relentless on the court.
Ava has a massive presence on the court. She is lethal in all six rotations and is an incredibly talented and well-rounded pin. On top of being a powerhouse pin with a toolbox of shots, she is also impactful in pass-to-attack, consistent in serve receive, and efficient in out-of-system plays. She is a player who has turned a lot of heads in the last year and is continuing to make an impact every time she steps on the court.
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Isabelle is a pin who executes efficiently on fast-paced sets. She has an explosive approach and can move her shots around with seeming ease. Isabelle is a six-rotation athlete who is talented in serve receive and defense as well. She is always engaged in every aspect of the game and ready to earn points for her team.
Sophia is a dominant pin hitter who typically plays on the right side. Her explosive approach, high-efficiency hitting, and aggressive shot choices make her one of the top athletes in her class. She is also a talented blocker with great court vision and a high volleyball IQ. Sophia holds the state record for the highest hitting percentage in a 3-set match at the state tournament. In fact, after this past year’s state championship run, her name appears in the WIAA record books four times.