Dominant D1 Hitters Lighting Up the Stat Board
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The high school season is well underway, and teams are starting to look toward October and the run-up to the state tournament. There is still PLENTY of season left and much more volleyball to be played. These athletes have been…
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Continue ReadingThe high school season is well underway, and teams are starting to look toward October and the run-up to the state tournament. There is still PLENTY of season left and much more volleyball to be played. These athletes have been offensive weapons so far this season, some topping 250 kills and up to 5.5 kills per set.
Ella is an athlete whose potential is near limitless. She has a massive vertical, lightning-fast arm swing, and high volleyball IQ. She is one of the only hitters in Division 1 that has recorded over 250 kills so far this season. Her ability to execute at a high level consistently finds the floor on the opposing side of the net. She is a go-to hitter for Eau Claire and is a huge leader on the court.
Lindsay is an athletic and physical hitter who swings over a lot of blocks. She can find the deep corners consistently both down the line and cross-court. Lindsay is also a very talented blocker. Her aggressive play at the net earns points time and time again, and she is averaging 4.7 kills per set.
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Abby has exploded onto my radar in the past year. She is explosive and efficient. Not only is she racking up kills, but she is also averaging 4.2 kills per set, a really amazing stat. Her hitting percentage is .305. These stats only support what an amazing and impactful athlete she is on the court.
Sophie has some of the most impressive stats in the state right now. She is very well-rounded and is an impact player in all six rotations. Not only does she have 255 kills, but she also has contributed 39 aces, 21 blocks, 251 digs, 98 assists, and 191 service receptions. Sophie is an incredibly fun athlete to watch, and she can compete with and against the top athletes in the state.
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Sophia is a force of nature on the pin. She is an energizer and leader and is absolutely unstoppable. Her high vertical, great volleyball IQ and pin-point precision make her lethal on either pin. She elevates the game of the athletes around her and plays a very low-error, high-efficiency game of volleyball.
It is seriously impressive that DSHA has two athletes on this list. Madison is currently hitting a .296 on the pin and has clocked over 200 kills. She recently reached the 1,000-kill milestone and is showing no indication of slowing down. She is a dominant force in all six rotations and is an athlete I can’t wait to watch play at the collegiate level.
Casey Wills Casey Wills 5'9" | OH Cedarburg | 2024 WI
Casey Wills Casey Wills 5'9" | OH Cedarburg | 2024 WI
Casey has been so impressive this season. She has already more than doubled her number of kills from last season and has significantly improved her hitting percentage. So far this season, she has contributed 237 kills. She is an athlete who can battle in tough moments and come through with a point for her team.
Ella recently earned her 1,000th career kill for Appleton North. She has been a powerhouse in this program since her freshman year and is headed to the Big 10 next season. She is currently hitting an incredible .371 and averaging 5.5 kills per set. She is a consistent force on one of the top teams in the state.
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Gabriella is so impactful and efficient. Her ability to earn points on even the toughest sets is incredible to watch. She has over 200 kills and can swing across the court. She is playing on the pin for Mukwonago this season though is typically a middle. Against Catholic Memorial, Gabriella clocked an amazing 21 kills.
Brooklyn is an offensive dynamite. She is averaging 4.5 kills per set and is hitting 0.321. She has a lethal line shot and adjusts her shots well to earn points. Brooklyn sees the court very well and can hit nearly any shot on the court. She is also key in all six rotations and has contributed 30 aces, 231 digs, and 228 service receptions.