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Scouting Practice: LAVA West 16 Molten

Scouting Practice: LAVA West 16 Molten
Michelle Bamford
Michelle Bamford March 28, 2024 @ 01:31 PM
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Abby Kolder
Abby Kolder 6'4" | RS | 2026
CA
Addison Bays
Addison Bays 5'9" | OH | 2026
CA
Charlotte Hastings
Charlotte Hastings 5'11" | OH | 2026
CA
Halle Rillie
Halle Rillie 5'11" | S | 2026
CA
Alexa May
Alexa May 5'8" | DS/L | 2026
CA
<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>PrepDig recently visited a 16u practice session at Lava West Volleyball Club located in Thousand Oaks, California. The club's distinctive Lava jerseys are a familiar sight at SCVA tournaments, but lately, the Lava West 16 Molten team has been making a statement beyond just their appearance. With remarkable performances and victories, they've garnered attention and respect from their rivals. Their impressive mid-season achievements have propelled them to the top division in the SCVA.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"align":"left","id":526083,"width":"159px","height":"auto","sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image alignleft size-large is-resized"><img src="https://prepdig.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2024/03/IMG_7893.jpeg?w=688" alt="" class="wp-image-526083" style="width:159px;height:auto" /></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Tonight was dedicated to practice, honing skills in preparation for the prestigious national stage. Lava West is poised for the 2024 Pacific Northwest Girls National Qualifier, a crucial event on their journey. Guided by Coach Rachel Gam, a distinguished athlete with a legacy of achievements including two-time All-League, All-County, and All-CIF selections at Oak Park High School. Her collegiate journey, thriving both indoors at UC San Diego during her undergrad years and on the beach at Cal State Northridge while pursuing her Masters, instills confidence in her roster which is filled with athletes who also play both indoors and beach. With her strategic planning, Rachel has positioned her team favorably, ready to seize a coveted bid. Their destination in 2 days is Spokane, Washington, where they'll battle it out among 29 formidable teams for one of three bids in the highly competitive USA Division.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"align":"right","id":526085,"width":"309px","height":"auto","sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image alignright size-large is-resized"><img src="https://prepdig.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2024/03/IMG_7895-crop-1032x678-1711648339.jpeg?w=800" alt="" class="wp-image-526085" style="width:309px;height:auto" /></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>While I'll personally be attending the Red Rock Rave this weekend, I firmly believe that one of the most effective ways to evaluate an athlete is by observing them during their practice sessions, ideally without their knowledge. This approach offers a valuable opportunity to assess players' technical abilities without the intense pressure of a live game. Attending practices allows for a thorough evaluation of how coachable players are and their responsiveness to coaching instructions and corrections, as well as their ability to adapt in real-time situations.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Observing a practice provides insights into the player's work ethic and their attitude toward teammates and coaches. It offers a glimpse into their willingness to push themselves during drills and scrimmages. Additionally, it allows for observation of their interpersonal skills, including how they interact with teammates, communicate on the court, and whether they possess the necessary talent and physical readiness for collegiate-level competition.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"align":"left","id":526084,"width":"163px","height":"auto","sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image alignleft size-large is-resized"><img src="https://prepdig.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2024/03/IMG_7894.jpeg?w=753" alt="" class="wp-image-526084" style="width:163px;height:auto" /></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>In tonight's practice, the team showcased a remarkable synergy, with vibrant energy and seamless communication throughout. Assistant coaches Brittney Mukhar and Sage McClain played active roles in fostering team morale and ensuring a relentless pace. The team's most formidable asset proved to be their serving skills, executed with both aggression and precision. Coach Rachel runs the team through serving drills four separate times during each practice and that consistency shows. I found myself thoroughly impressed by their collective serving and blocking skills. Nonetheless, my main objective for the evening was to provide more exposure to the standout practice performers.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Let's take a look:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":526435,"_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Addison Low","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2026","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"5'11u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"32924","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Dos Pueblos High School","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"LAVA - West 16 Molten","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"Addison Low, affectionately known as Addie, shines as a standout player for LAVA West 16 Molten, commanding the middle with her quick agility. In tonight's practice, Addie utilizes her length to execute plays effortlessly on both offense and defense. Her swift attacks are unmatched, consistently making contact with the ball at its highest point and delivering powerful swings. A force to be reckoned with at the net, her blocking reads are of the highest caliber, showcasing her agility and quick reflexes. Beyond her practice performance, Addie's ambition extends to both indoor and beach volleyball at the collegiate level. Her unwavering dedication to perfecting her craft is evident in her commitment, commuting over an hour from Santa Barbara to practice, underscoring her exceptional athleticism, character, and determination.u003cbru003eu003cbru003eAfter the practice, I caught up with Addie to ask about her expectations for Spokane. u0022One thing I'm eager for in Spokane is to piece together the skills I've been refining in practice and contribute to our team's quest to secure a bid,u0022 she shared enthusiastically.u003cbru003eu003cbru003eMichelle Bamford @ PrepDigu003cbru003eu003cbru003eu0026nbsp;","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-66065978d4266"} /--> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/21458570/65b8490abee0f41190007e53' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-66065978d4338"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["525198"],"_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: 400u0022u003eCharlotte Hastings was a true stand-out performer of the night. 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PrepDig recently visited a 16u practice session at Lava West Volleyball Club located in Thousand Oaks, California. The club's distinctive Lava jerseys are a familiar sight at SCVA tournaments, but lately, the Lava West 16 Molten team has been making a statement beyond just their appearance. With remarkable performances and victories, they've garnered attention and respect from their rivals. Their impressive mid-season achievements have propelled them to the top division in the SCVA.

Addison Low

Addison Low

HEIGHT 5'11"
POS MB
CLASS 2026

Addison Low

School: Dos Pueblos High School
Club: LAVA - West 16 Molten
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Charlotte Hastings

Charlotte Hastings

CA
OH
HEIGHT 5'11"
POS OH
CLASS 2026
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Charlotte
Hastings OH
Class
2026
Height
5'11"
HS
San Marcos
|
CA
Scouting Practice: LAVA West 16 Molten
Charlotte Hastings was a true stand-out performer of the night. She holds a remarkable blend of coachability, talent,...
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Charlotte Hastings

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State: California
School: San Marcos
Club: Lava Vc
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Halle Rillie

Halle Rillie

CA
S
HEIGHT 5'11"
POS S
CLASS 2026
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Halle
Rillie S
Class
2026
Height
5'11"
HS
Dos Pueblos
|
CA
Scouting Practice: LAVA West 16 Molten
Halle Rillie’s game looks great. Watching her run the court, she gives a true essence of leadership. Her...
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Halle Rillie

State: California
School: Dos Pueblos
Club: Sports Academy
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Alexa May

Alexa May

CA
DS/L
HEIGHT 5'8"
POS DS/L
CLASS 2026
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Alexa
May DS/L
Class
2026
Height
5'8"
HS
Thousand Oaks
|
CA
Scouting Practice: LAVA West 16 Molten
Alexa May seamlessly transitions into her new role as a libero with a natural grace and unparalleled discipline....
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Alexa May

State: California
School: Thousand Oaks
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Madelyn Miller

Madelyn Miller

HEIGHT 5'11"
POS MB
CLASS 2026

Madelyn Miller

Club: LAVA West 16 Molten
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Mia Giorgi

Mia Giorgi

HEIGHT 6'0"
POS RS
CLASS 2026

Mia Giorgi

School: Adolfo Camarillo High School
Club: LAVA West 16 Molten
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Abby Kolder Abby Kolder Abby Kolder 6'4" | RS Oaks Christian | 2026 CA

HEIGHT 6'2"
POS MB
CLASS 2026

Abby Kolder Abby Kolder Abby Kolder 6'4" | RS Oaks Christian | 2026 CA

School: Oaks Christian
Club: LAVA West 16 Molten
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Addison Bays Addison Bays Addison Bays 5'9" | OH Adolfo Camarillo | 2026 CA

POS DS/L
CLASS 2026

Addison Bays Addison Bays Addison Bays 5'9" | OH Adolfo Camarillo | 2026 CA

Club: LAVA West 16 Molten
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Cassidy Knox

Cassidy Knox

POS DS/L
CLASS 2026

Cassidy Knox

Club: LAVA West 16 Molten
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Hailey Lauritzen

Hailey Lauritzen

POS S
CLASS 2026

Hailey Lauritzen

Club: LAVA West 16 Molten
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Leah Curtin

Leah Curtin

HEIGHT 5'8"
POS OH
CLASS 2026

Leah Curtin

School: Thousand Oaks
Club: LAVA West 16 Molten
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