Three College Programs Attacking Michigan’s Class Of 2024

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>It's often hard to keep up with the whirlwind of college recruiting and commitments.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Now, with multiple signing days, transfer portals and NLI, college rosters can change with the blink of an eye, completely altering how a program may need to build its roster through recruiting.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Class of 2023 is making its final touches on its commitments, while the Class of 2024 is laying a foundation for the future.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>A number of top 2024 prospects have made verbal commitments over recent weeks, helping us see which college programs are starting to bolster their rosters with in-state talent.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Western Michigan</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Broncos are hitting the Class of 2024 hard here in Michigan, already earning commitments from two of the top 10 players in the class. Both libero <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='110318' first='Carley' last='Piercefield'] </strong>(Lakewood) and outside <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='110295' first='Elana' last='Erickson'] </strong>(Forest Hills Northern) are set to be future Broncos. Piercefield has established herself as one of the top defenders in the state since she was a freshman. Her confidence and leadership skills have continued to grow and make her a great Division 1 college prospect. Erickson has been part of a powerful FHN offense and will have the chance to really show she can be a lead hitter in the upcoming 2023 season. Erickson has been working hard on polishing her all-around skills, which should lead to the Broncos getting a very reliable player.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Grand Valley State</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:image {"align":"right","id":264886,"width":232,"height":154,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image alignright size-large is-resized"><img src="https://prepdig.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2022/12/151-Johanna-Tillman1.jpg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-264886" width="232" height="154" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">[player_tooltip player_id='110328' first='Johanna' last='Tillman']</figcaption></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Lakers are looking to make a push in the GLIAC by continuing to bring in Michigan talent to the program. Already with a solid foundation of in-state players, GVSU has received 2024 commitments from middle <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='110328' first='Johanna' last='Tillman'] </strong>(Dakota) and libero <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='172207' first='Olivia' last='Behen'] </strong>(Saline). Behen was a huge piece to Saline's run to the Division 1 semifinals in 2022. She's a tireless worker with a lot of command of the back row. She will be a great addition to the Lakers. Tillman is a 6'2” middle with a lot of athletic upside and a desire to keep getting better. She's light on her feet and shows good instincts with her blocking and attacks. She could be a real gem for GVSU to have landed.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Ferris State</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The GLIAC champions are continuing to rely on in-state talent. For the Class of 2024, the Bulldogs have commitments from outside <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='110291' first='Alana' last='Deshetsky'] </strong>(North Branch) and libero <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='110290' first='Hope' last='Davies'] </strong>(Forest Hills Eastern). Deshetsky is the definition of a gamer. She's willing to take on any role to help her team succeed and she plays with a lot of fire and intensity. She's got the right attitude to succeed at the next level, but also brings a polished and consistent game to the floor. Davies is a quick defender with a lot of good instincts in the back row. She has a lot of experience against top-level hitters and should be comfortable stepping into the GLIAC by the fall of 2024.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->