Highlighting Hitters From The Gauntlet 15s
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The Gauntlet was a three day slugfest from 14s-17s and it featured some of the top clubs in the midwest. The 15’s division was taken by the host, Milwaukee Sting 15 Gold but there was plenty of fire power across…
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Continue ReadingThe Gauntlet was a three day slugfest from 14s-17s and it featured some of the top clubs in the midwest. The 15’s division was taken by the host, Milwaukee Sting 15 Gold but there was plenty of fire power across the division. Let’s take a look at some of the top attackers from the 15’s division at the Prep Dig Gauntlet.
Tarnow is a big presence at the net and she some how hangs in the air to get the block. She is a beast at the net and can swing over most blockers. By the end of the 2nd day I saw her running a slide with really good timing, solid contact, and a heavy armswing down the line. I was afraid she was going to take out the libero who was praying her block would get up just a bit higher to take a little heat off.
Imes does a great job transitioning outside enough to take a big approach outside the block. She can effortlessly power it cross court or go with a deceptive and crafty shot sure to score. Imes can elevate and terminate from the front or back row. When she connects you may want to watch out because it will be coming with pace.
Bosworth caught my eye with her ability to take care of anything that came close to the net. She is both effective on the offensive and defensive side of the ball. Her blocking is sound and she is a smart attacker with a number of tools used to score.
Feltes takes an aggressive approach and makes solid contact with the ball. She hits it with a heavy arm over the block. Feltes is pure power and has a physical style of attacking. She can overpower the block and creates a difficult situation for the opposing defense.
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Lesley can be seen making some really athletic plays at the net. She can run a slide in front of the setter and if you don’t pay attention she will find a number of ways to score on you. Her setters create a number of opportunities that allow Lesley to really lay into her attacks.
Surges is not only solid in serve receive but she takes care of her deep corners on defense. She moves well and does a nice job anticipating the opposing teams next move. Surges is a key piece of the offensive attack for Sting. She is a 6 rotation player that her team will actively set in both the front and back row because of her ability to consistently score.
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Tisdale did a great job of getting off the ground quickly and taking a nice thumb down swing off of the 3 ball. She mans the middle opposite Aubrey Hicks Aubrey Hicks MB Sussex Hamilton | 2026 State WI . They are both solid in their roles because they can put the ball away with power or utilize a smart selection from a number of shots.
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Moran absolutely destroyed a ball from the outside pin. She is a bright spot that her squad will often go to whenever possible when she is in the front row. Moran gets a high point of contact and gets on top of the ball to score.
Hertaus works the angles to get past the opposing block. She also knows how to get a block at a big moment and comes in clutch for her squad. Hertaus moves well lateraly and does a really nice job closing the block.
Rosolanka hits a nice line shot and makes really smart choices in crunch time. She is ready for the over pass and a solid option when she enters the front row. Teams definitely need to pay attention to her because she can deliver in the clutch.
Worwa works hard through out the rally and transitions every time to make herself available to attack. She was getting a ton of huge touches as a blocker because she is quick off the ground and has great timing. Worwa made some HUGE blocks and was really picking up steam as matches went on. She did a nice job working off the edges of the block and finding sharp angles when running the quick ball.
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Johnson does a nice job working the deep cross corner. She continually impressed me with her ability to find ways to score points. Johnson is a physical pin hitter and will attack from anywhere on the court. She can also play all six rotations because she is solid with her serve receive and defensive game.