Social Media Stars of the Week

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>In the landscape of efficient recruiting tools, social media has quickly become an invaluable asset. PrepDig has pinpointed five outstanding athletes whom we genuinely believe deserve recognition. If you're aiming for the spotlight, the formula is straightforward—create and share exceptional posts, and don't forget to tag @PrepDigCa for that essential touch of visibility!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["186202"],"_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":"[player_tooltip player_id='186202' first='Trixie' last='McMillin'], 2024: 5'5 Libero for Mira Costa High School and City Volleyball ClubrnrnSocial Media: Instagram @u003ca href=u0022https://www.instagram.com/trixievb28/u0022u003etrixievb28u003c/au003ernrnTrixie's IG page starts off with an impressive highlight reel that's concise and impactful. It beautifully displays her serving and digging skills, capturing the essence of the action up close. Quick Tip: when the camera's too distant, it becomes challenging for scouts to truly assess gameplay. Take note and watch the flawless clip below.rnrnCommitted to Michigan, Trixie stands out as an exceptional volleyball player for good reason. Versatile in every position, her talents extend beyond typical libero skills such as passing, digging, and serving; she is a pro at setting up the second ball, a skill she has fine-tuned since she was twelve.rnrnTrixie is eagerly anticipating her final season with her incredible team, and I'm excited to see the clips she'll tag us in next.rnrn[embed]https://www.instagram.com/p/CwyR6Obypu6/[/embed]","_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":"","_player_evaluations_1_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_1_player_details_player_name":"Samantha Liba","_player_evaluations_1_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_1_player_details_graduating_class":"2027","_player_evaluations_1_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_1_player_details_height":"5'11u0022","_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":"Oak Park High School","_player_evaluations_1_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_1_player_details_club_team":"City","_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":"Samantha Liba, 2027: 5'11 Outside Hitter for Oak Park High School and CityrnrnSocial Media: Instagram u003ca href=u0022https://www.instagram.com/samanthanessliba/u0022u003e@samanthanesslibau003c/au003ernrnSamantha's Instagram shows how dedicated she is to improve her whole self. Her workout videos are intense and focused, showing how hard she works to get better. When she's on the court, she always aims for success, especially in her serving and hitting.rnrnSamantha made a recent transition from a Middle Blocker to an Outside Hitter, a feat made even more remarkable as she recovered from a back fracture. She commits herself to rigorous training, attending agility sessions three times a week to fortify her entire body. Moreover, Samantha reviews her game footage, identifying areas for improvement and actively implementing changes.rnrnSamantha disclosed her strategies for maintaining mental fortitude in athletics, including engaging in self-talk and journaling to nurture her mental health. I encourage you to explore Samantha's training videos; you might find valuable moves to incorporate into your own routine. 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From her West Valley All-League First Team Award to training videos and schedules, she covers it all. Her feed is a window into her athletic journey, giving recruiters a valuable insight into her process. Through her posts, you can sense her competitive and energetic spirit shining through. Alexa's profile vividly showcases her prowess as a highly skilled setter, adept at executing various sets like 4, 2, 1, Shoot, Slide, Back 1, Pipe, Huts, 3, A's, and D's.rnrnCurious about how social media has impacted her volleyball journey, I asked Alexa. She explained that it has provided her with exposure to volleyball enthusiasts worldwide. 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