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<p>Multiple versatile freshmen are among the players on the rise in the 13th Region.</p>
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<p>A look at four versatile 2027 13th Region players on the rise follows. </p>
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<p><strong>Alina James</strong> is an outside hitter/defensive specialist. A player who possesses a diverse skillset, James can produce both offensively and defensively regularly. James possesses strong jumping ability and elevates high at the net. Quick-reacting, James works well with the middle blocker on blocks. </p>
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<p><strong>Tessa Monhollen </strong>is a defensive specialist/setter. Quick and agile, Monhollen covers the court thoroughly. Monhollen possesses solid defensive skills and can contribute as a back row hitter. Comfortable playing across the court, Monhollen is athletic and communicates well with teammates. </p>
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<p><strong>Madison Penland</strong> is an outside hitter/defensive specialist. Penland adjusts well to sets coming from any location. Able to deliver as a back row hitter as well as defensively, Penland contributes to several statistical categories regularly. Penland reads opposing defenses successfully and completes attack hits effectively. </p>
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<p><strong>Amber Smith</strong> is an outside hitter/middle blocker. Productive, Smith can take on the role of a go-to hitter or a primary passer. Smith possesses solid back row skills and is a reliable blocker. Providing a strong presence at the net, Smith is a consistent hitter who can produce from more than one position in the front row. </p>
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Multiple versatile freshmen are among the players on the rise in the 13th Region.
A look at four versatile 2027 13th Region players on the rise follows.
Alina James is an outside hitter/defensive specialist. A player who possesses a diverse skillset, James can produce both offensively and defensively regularly. James possesses strong jumping ability and elevates high at the net. Quick-reacting, James works well with the middle blocker on blocks.
Tessa Monhollen is a defensive specialist/setter. Quick and agile, Monhollen covers the court thoroughly. Monhollen possesses solid defensive skills and can contribute as a back row hitter. Comfortable playing across the court, Monhollen is athletic and communicates well with teammates.
Madison Penland is an outside hitter/defensive specialist. Penland adjusts well to sets coming from any location. Able to deliver as a back row hitter as well as defensively, Penland contributes to several statistical categories regularly. Penland reads opposing defenses successfully and completes attack hits effectively.
Amber Smith is an outside hitter/middle blocker. Productive, Smith can take on the role of a go-to hitter or a primary passer. Smith possesses solid back row skills and is a reliable blocker. Providing a strong presence at the net, Smith is a consistent hitter who can produce from more than one position in the front row.
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