GJNC Recap – 16 American Champions – SG Elite 16 Roshambo

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>USA Jr Nationals, were be held in Chicago a few weeks ago and we were lucky enough to watch in person.&nbsp; Nationals is the ultimate test to the end of the season as it brings together all of the teams who have earned a bid to participate.&nbsp; These wonderful teams have proven themselves through a very long and grueling club season and will compete against other top notch teams who have earned the right to play in this prestigious tourney.&nbsp; We will be highlighting teams and individual players that showed up and showed out!&nbsp; Let's take a look at a few teams and players.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[program_tooltip program_id='429511' first='San' last='Gabriel Elite'] 16 Roshambo competed in the American Division of USA Jr Nationals.&nbsp; They are from the Southern California Region and only lost two matches during the whole tourney en-route to winning the National Championship. &nbsp;They had a very tough road and played their best when it truly mattered against the best of the best.&nbsp; Here are just a few of the names to know from their talented squad who played very well when I watched them in the championship match.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='392603' first='Audrey' last='Nuckols'] [2025] 6-2 Outside (HS: Mayfield/Club: [program_tooltip program_id='429511' first='San' last='Gabriel Elite']/Verbal: Uncommitted)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Audrey is currently an unranked prospect in the 2025 class according to our Prep Dig California State Rankings, but that will definitely change once I update them next month.&nbsp; She plays for Mayfield High School and plays club for the [program_tooltip program_id='429511' first='San' last='Gabriel Elite'] volleyball club program. &nbsp;You can't miss this youngster dominating on a court when you walk by her match.&nbsp; She is big and physical at the net.&nbsp; Her prowess is very noticeable when she loads up to take a solid swing against her opponents.&nbsp; Yes she is six foot two, but she is a lot more than that.&nbsp; Her offensive skill set is highlighted by how she moves the ball around so effortlessly.&nbsp; This kind of ball control with the attack puts her on an elite list of point scorers from across the nation.&nbsp; She is just much fun to watch as she proves that she can play at the next level.&nbsp; There is no doubt why USA Volleyball named her the Most Valuable Player in the tourney.&nbsp; If you have not seen her play, I strongly suggest you give her a look and you will see the dominant player we do.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='160983' first='Taylor' last='Treahy'] [2024] 6-1 Outside (HS: Saugus/Club: [program_tooltip program_id='429511' first='San' last='Gabriel Elite']/Verbal: Uncommitted)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Taylor is currently an unranked prospect in the 2024 class according to our Prep Dig California State Rankings, but that will change once I update them next month from what I saw in person at nationals.&nbsp; She plays at Saugus High School and also club for the awesome [program_tooltip program_id='429511' first='San' last='Gabriel Elite'] volleyball club program.&nbsp; This lefty point scorer was astounding in the entire tournament.&nbsp; Her blocking during he championship match forced opposing attackers to change their shot and not battle against her.&nbsp; I loved how fast she was during defensive transition.&nbsp; Getting to her touch point to get ready for the set was not a problem at all as she was super fast after landing from the block.&nbsp; San Gabriel setters knew that she was ready to attack and fed her often, which led to some great outcomes.&nbsp; Any program who is looking for a game changing lefty to bolster their offense should look no further.&nbsp; Please congratulate her on earning All Tournament honors from USA Volleyball.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Kelsey Kim [2024] 5-9 Outside (HS: Harvard-Westlake/Club: [program_tooltip program_id='429511' first='San' last='Gabriel Elite']/Verbal: Uncommitted)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Kelsey is currently an unranked prospect in the 2024 class according to our Prep Dig California State Rankings.&nbsp; She plays at Harvard-Westlake High School and also for the [program_tooltip program_id='429511' first='San' last='Gabriel Elite'] volleyball club.&nbsp; Miss Kim was phenomenal playing all the way around for her squad. &nbsp;She made such an impact on the defensive end out of the middle back position.&nbsp; I love how she has such a balanced and strong base with her footwork.&nbsp; She was in a read position throughout the entire time and her court vision was amazing.&nbsp; Routinely she was in such a great position to play the ball.&nbsp; Offensively she did her job and scored points for her squad to help them win the championship.&nbsp; She was able to earn All Tournament honors from USA Volleyball because of her play.&nbsp; Please help us congratulate her on the achievement.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>As always stay tuned for more articles on your favorite athletes.&nbsp; If you have anyone you think we should watch out for, please shoot me an email with some info at <a href="mailto:Michael@prepdig.com">Michael@prepdig.com</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 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