Impressive Class of 2027; DS/Liberos at the Top 250 Expo

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>PrepDig has had Expos in different states, and this was the 1st time it was held in California. The event took place at the Long Beach Mizuno Volleyball Club facility in Carson, California. It was a great turnout with athletes representing several high schools, clubs, positions, and graduating classes. PrepDig appreciates everyone who came out in support of this event; Mizuno staff for the use of their building, coaches, scouts, parents, and players. It could not have been done without you, so thank you for your participation and patience in turning players into prospects.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>It is fun to watch the young liberos who are mature in their position on the court. They are like little sparks of determination and grit. Being a young libero on a varsity team or a level up in age gives the opportunity to learn more and absorb qualities from older players. A defensive specialist/libero has responsibilities on both offense and defense. Their number one job is controlling the ball, and providing great passes that can start the offense running. They cover a lot of ground on the court. Meet eight DS/Liberos who are in the class of 2027 and came to the Expo ready to showcase their talent and skills.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["470810"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":["override_image"],"_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":481289,"_player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":"field_62f141137ead9","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"[player_tooltip player_id='470810' first='Gianna' last='Corona'] is fast on the court. 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