Social Media Stars of the Week

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>In the dynamic landscape of volleyball recruiting, social media has emerged as a game-changing tool. PrepDig has singled out six exceptional athletes who truly stand out and merit recognition. If you're eager to take center stage, the path to success is straightforward—create and share exceptional posts, and don't forget to tag @PrepDigCa for that essential dash of visibility.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["203840"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"u003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400u0022u003eMeet [player_tooltip player_id='203840' first='Ayanna' last='Watson'], a sophomore rising social media superstar in the world of high school volleyball. Standing tall at 6'3u0022, this exceptional athlete from Bishop Gorman High School in Las Vegas, Nevada, is a true force to be reckoned with. Ayanna's versatility as a six-rotation outside hitter (OH) and right-side (RS) player sets her apart, making her a vital asset to her team. Ayanna is a showstopper athlete, and her approach, combined with her powerful arm swing, leaves no doubt about the sheer force she puts behind the ball. u003c/spanu003ernrnu003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400u0022u003eAyanna's online presence reflects a confident and determined athletic persona. u003c/spanu003eu003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400u0022u003eShe possesses a unique gift for uplifting her teammates in any situation and maintaining composure during high-pressure matches, qualities that set her on a path to greatness. As she gears up to join the Vegas Aces club, I asked Ayanna how social media has shaped her journey. In her own words, “social media has helped showcase my God-given talents and reach so many different people. It has also helped me to see other players who are showcasing their skills and helps me to stay connected with all the great athletes I have met at college camps and NTDP. At the Redondo tournament, a grandparent came up to me and said his granddaughter follows me on Instagram and loves to see my posts!”u003c/spanu003ernrnu003ca href=u0022https://www.instagram.com/ayanna_watson_/u0022u003eAyanna's Instagram Pageu003c/au003e","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_1_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_1_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_1_player_details_selected_featured_image":471461,"_player_evaluations_1_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_1_player_details_player_name":"Janiah Burrage","_player_evaluations_1_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_1_player_details_graduating_class":"2028","_player_evaluations_1_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_1_player_details_height":"6'0u0022","_player_evaluations_1_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_1_player_details_position":"32564","_player_evaluations_1_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_1_player_details_school":"Rancho Christian","_player_evaluations_1_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_1_player_details_club_team":"Forza1 Volleyball","_player_evaluations_1_player_details_club_team":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_1_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_1_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations_1_evaluation":"Janiah Burrage, a towering 6 feet tall, hailing from Rancho Christian in Temecula, California, is not poised to graduate from high school until 2028. A glance at her social media page reveals nothing short of every aspiring player's dream: snapshots from the USA National Training Development Program, certificates of distinction from Elite Camps, and exciting New Touch Alerts.rnrnJaniah, an outside hitter, brings an impressive array of skills to the game. Her approach mechanics, shot selection, and angles are remarkable. With an exceptional vertical leap, she commands the court, playing above the net and demonstrating her serious commitment to the game. Her standout quality is her athleticism, evident in her incredible 10 feet 6-inch reach. Additionally, she excels in blocking on both pins, showcasing her versatility. Despite her youth, her court vision is exceptional, enabling her to identify open shots.rnrnJaniah's future in the sport looks beyond promising as she is set to join the ranks of Forza1 Volleyball's club team.rnrnu003ca href=u0022https://www.instagram.com/jburragevb2028/u0022u003eJaniah Burrage 2028 #35 (@jburragevb2028) • Instagram photos and videosu003c/au003e","_player_evaluations_1_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_2_player":["200328"],"_player_evaluations_2_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_2_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_2_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_2_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_2_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_2_evaluation":"Introducing Ashlyn Victa, a 5'2u0022 libero from Northgate High School in Walnut Creek, California. This junior is on a dedicated journey to master the skills of diving and digging. Her competitive background as a USTA tennis player since the young age of 6 has helped her with the skills of anticipation and quick reflexes. Ashlyn has been transferring these skills to the volleyball court through rigorous private lessons, which have been improving her range, speed, and agility. Ashlyn will be playing with Club Bay Area Volleyball Club.rnrnI asked Ashlyn how social media has played a role in her journey thus far and she said, u0022social Media is a great measuring stick to see where you are in comparison to other 2025 candidates and where college coaches will sometimes post thoughts on their programs (current and future). This really helps in establishing how to conduct your social media posts. It's also a great way to keep in touch with friends made over the last few years during tournament matches. College coaches have directly reached out to me through social media, and, at the same time, I'm able to keep up with volleyball friends from across the country and beyond. Social Media really makes the volleyball world feel more accessible.u0022rnrnu003ca href=u0022https://www.instagram.com/ashlynvictavolleyball/u0022u003eAshlyn Victa (@ashlynvictavolleyball) • Instagram photos and videosu003c/au003e","_player_evaluations_2_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_3_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_3_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_3_player_details_selected_featured_image":471462,"_player_evaluations_3_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_3_player_details_player_name":"[player_tooltip player_id='471612' first='Lauren' last='Parker']","_player_evaluations_3_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_3_player_details_graduating_class":"2025","_player_evaluations_3_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_3_player_details_height":"6'2u0022","_player_evaluations_3_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_3_player_details_position":"32564","_player_evaluations_3_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_3_player_details_school":"Turlock High School","_player_evaluations_3_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_3_player_details_club_team":"NorCal Volleyball Club","_player_evaluations_3_player_details_club_team":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_3_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_3_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations_3_evaluation":"Meet [player_tooltip player_id='471612' first='Lauren' last='Parker'], a standout high school volleyball player from Turlock, California. Standing tall at 6'2u0022, Lauren excels as an Outside Hitter. She's set to graduate in 2025 from Turlock High School and is a proud member of the NorCal Volleyball Club. What sets Lauren apart is her balanced approach to competition, combining dedication with a genuine love for the game. Her strengths on the court lie in her hitting and defensive skills. I asked Lauren how she thinks social media has helped her and she said, u0022u003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400u0022u003eIt has helped show how fun volleyball is and gives my friends who don't play volleyball a chance to see what we do. 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Her basketball skills translate nicely to her performance at the volleyball net, thanks to her extended reach. Abigail seems to be able to read hitters' movements and effectively sets up successful blocks at the net. Her social media page predominantly highlights her hitting and blocking abilities in volleyball, with a basketball clip or two among the highlights. In contrast to many other volleyball players, she is relatively new to the sport. 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