USAV NTDP Winter Training Series: Prospects to Watch
PrepDig had the distinct honor of attending the exclusive USAV NTDP Winter Training Series—an event that gathers elite volleyball coaches and experts nationwide to increases the opportunities for athletes to be seen and evaluated within the USA Volleyball National Team system. This program scours qualifiers, high schools, and club tournaments to select exceptional prospects for this specialized training series. Tonight the gym pulsated with excitement as handpicked talents unveiled their undeniable potential on the court.
The evening seamlessly shifted from a dynamic warm-up to targeted skill sessions and culminated in intense 6 x 6 competitions, all overseen by the remarkable NTDP coaches. Witnessing the unparalleled talent among these young athletes—ranging from exceptional hitting and passing to impeccable blocking—underscored their preparedness for collegiate-level play. This assembly of top-tier competitors surpassed the scattered talent usually seen in conventional high school matches or club tournaments. Notably, observing top athletes face worthy or superior opponents was a captivating highlight of the evening.
Amidst a gym packed with committed and highly recruitable players, specific prospects effortlessly caught my eye. In such a gathering of superstars, identifying whom to spotlight within a two hour session, seemed an impossible task at first until certain prospects began to simply shine. Their infectious energy, remarkable warm-up, exceptional skills, unwavering passion, and engaging presence captivated my attention and excitement throughout the entire session. These distinct qualities are what secured their spot on my ‘Prospects to Watch’ list.
2025
Lameen (Mimi) Mambu, 2025: Leesburg, VA Committed Georgia Tech Lameen (Mimi) Mambu – Hudl
Lily Hayes, 2025: Orlando, FL Committed Florida Lily Hayes – Hudl
Ryan Hunter, 2025: Morrisville, NC Committed Nebraska Ryan Hunter – Hudl
Zoey Matias, 2025: Miami, FL Committed University of Missouri Zoey Matias – Hudl
Kirra Musgrove, 2025: Houston, TX Committed Texas A&M Kirra Musgrove – Hudl
Manaia. Ogbechie, 2025: Westlake Village, CA Committed Northwestern Manaia. Ogbechie – Hudl
Charlotte Vinson, 2025: Yorktown, IN Committed Indiana University Charlotte Vinson – Hudl
Aniya Warren, 2025: Lisle, IL Committed Indiana University Aniya Warren – Hudl
Georgia Watson, 2025: Crystal Lake, IL Committed Kentucky Georgia Watson – Hudl
Hazel Alevok, 2025 Weston, FL Committed UCLA Hazel Alevok – Hudl
Kalyssa. Blackshear, 2025: Manhattan Beach, CA Committed University of Louisville Kalyssa. Blackshear – Hudl
Sydney Bryant, 2025: Richmond, TX Committed Maryland Sydney Bryant – Hudl
Samara Coleman, 2025: Houston, TX Committed University of Pittsburgh Samara Coleman – Hudl
Natalie Fukumoto, 2025: Honolulu, HI Committed Baylor University Natalie Fukumoto – Hudl
Belle Groomes, 2025: Cleveland, OH Committed University of San Diego Annabelle Groomes – Hudl
2026
Joy Udoye, 2026: Cedar Park, TX Joy Udoye – Hudl
Sarah Hickman, 2026: Houston, TX Sarah Hickman – Hudl
Madison Victoriano, 2026: Frisco, TX Madison Haley Victoriano – Hudl
Ayanna Watson, 2026: Las Vegas, NV Ayanna Watson – Hudl
Keoni Williams, 2026: Fort Worth, TX Keoni Williams – Hudl
Genevieve Harris, 2026: Durham, NC Genevieve Harris – Hudl
Brooke Harwood, 2026 Mesa, AZ Brooke Harwood – Hudl
Isabelle Hoppe, 2026 Pittsburgh, PA Isabelle Hoppe – Hudl
Mallory Matheny, 2026: Columbus, OH Mallory Matheny – Hudl
Halle Thompson, 2026: Spring, TX Halle Thompson – Hudl
Saige Williams, 2026: Collierville, TN Saige Williams – Hudl
Bryah Breaux, 2026: Owings Mills, MD Bryah Breaux – Hudl
Giavanna Artiles, 2026: Palmetto Bay, FL Gigi Artiles – Hudl
Finley. Krystkowiak, 2026: Encinitas, CA
Carolyn Tarnow, 2026: Illinois
2027
Cedra Saolotoga-Talaga, 2027: Long Beach, CA Cedra. Talaga – Hudl
Shaye Witherspoon, 2027: Wildwood, MO Shaye Witherspoon – Hudl
Hanna McGinest Hanna McGinest 5'10" | OH Sierra Canyon | 2027 State CA , 2027: Hermosa Beach, CA Hanna McGinest Hanna McGinest 5'10" | OH Sierra Canyon | 2027 State CA – Hudl
Kendall Omoruyi, 2027: Phoenix, AZ Kendall Omoruyi – Hudl
Brynn Stephens, 2027: Frisco, TX Brynn Stephens – Hudl
Asia. Udo-Ema, 2027: Corona, CA Asia. Udo-Ema – Hudl
Elizabeth Bower, 2027: Caldwell, ID
Jaycee. Mack, 2027: San Diego, CA
Caroline Ward, 2027: Lafayette, IN
2028
Janiah Burrage, 2028: Ontario, CA Janiah Burrage – Hudl
If you are interested in learning more about the USAV NTDP, selection for NTDP training and competitive events hinges on identification through their extensive nationwide scouting network. For indoor athletes, their website emphasizes the critical need to maintain an updated profile on University Athlete throughout the year.
Learn More @ National Team Development Program – USA Volleyball
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