10 2025 Outsides Shaking Up The Rankings

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>When it comes to being an outside in the Class of 2025, there's a high bar to chase if trying to get near the top of the rankings.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Here's 10 players that are working hard to improve on their game and move up in our next 2025 rankings release.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='224601' first='Grace' last='Allen'], Mona Shores/MVA</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Allen has a really good arsenal of shots that she uses in a timely fashion. Her offspeed choices show a lot of awareness and court IQ, while her ability to dial up the heater is always a threat. The Northern Michigan commit has raised the speed of her play this club season as well.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='222957' first='Breanna' last='David'], Bay City Western/Five:1</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>David can really play anywhere on the floor. She's excelled as a hitter, setter and defender. Her ability to play multiple spots work hand-in-hand in her awareness on the floor. David has smooth technique in her passing, a nice smooth touch on her sets, and an athletic swing with a high attack angle.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='514803' first='Ella' last=''] Deklyen, Tri-Unity Christian/FaR Out</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Deklyen looks like she is playing on springs when she's on the floor. Her explosiveness off the floor is very impressive. At 5'9”, she's still meeting the 6-footers above the net. Deklyen also mixes up her swing angles and speeds well. She looks to be in line for a very dominant 2024 prep season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='388754' first='Sarah' last='DeMaagd'], Gull Lake/USA</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>A left-handed power arm, DeMaagd has improved on her serving and passing during the club season. That compliments her attacks well, as she can dial up a lot of heat on her swings without having to exert much energy. DeMaagd has been able to lock up the right side pin for the teams she plays for.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='156303' first='Alissa' last='Hulst'], Holland Christian/MVA</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>At 6'1”, Hulst generates a lot of momentum while approaching the net, which leads to explosive attacks. However, her body control is on point to avoid net and attack errors. Hulst places the ball well around the floor has a very smooth and technical swing.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='224598' first='Adelee' last='Kaiton'], Forest Hills Eastern/MVA</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Kaiton has balanced game, being able to excel as a defender and as a hitter. This fall, Kaiton had some massive kill totals, as she can terminate from the front and back row and plays well off blockers. As a defender, Kaiton uses her athleticism as a hitter to cover a lot of ground in the back row and make some difficult digs.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='156342' first='Abby' last='Leffring'], West Michigan Christian/FaR Out</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Leffring is able to play in the middle or the pins and she can excel at either spot. Leffring has very quick feet and stays locked in to be ready for her opportunities. She can climb the ladder and get over the top of the ball with a lot of power, but also has found a consistent home for her offspeed shots.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='288960' first='Reese' last='Lowe'], Byron Center/FaR Out</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Lowe has a lot of consistency in her swing. She's able to get solid pop every time and has the elevation to get over blockers, even when playing an out-of-system ball. Lowe is a hitter that can get on a hot streak and be tough to slow down.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='473963' first='Arynn' last='Randle El'], Country Day/Legacy</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Randle El has impressive hang time, which allows her to wait on the ball and then explode with a violent swing. She can put some serious speed on the ball when she gets a clean look. Randle El has also shown a lot of defensive skill, improving on her serve receive and transition time from defense to offense.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='156338' first='Amanda' last='Vushaj'], Regina/Michigan Elite</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Vushaj has been able to terminate from both pins this club season. She is a patient hitter that stays focused on getting consistent quality on each swing she takes. Vushaj doesn't try to always power through the ball. She can work well off blockers and make the defense work.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->