Sunshine Classic Pre-Tourney Showcase – Wk 1 Top Performers Vol 3

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>We were super excited to run our Sunshine Classic Showcase in conjunction with the Sunshine Classic National Qualifier in Orlando, FL on March 1^st and March 7^th.&nbsp; It was held at the Winter Park Volleyball Club and was live streamed via BallerTV.&nbsp; This article series will discuss some of the players that turned the heads of the court coaches and scouts that were in attendance.&nbsp; Let's see who earned the Top Performer award from the showcase.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='484758' first='Elle' last='Mottola']&nbsp;[2026] 5-11 Setter (HS: Boone/Club: Winter Park/Verbal: Uncommitted)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"align":"right","id":516120,"width":"91px","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/5/2024/03/85-Elle-Mottola-rotated.jpg?w=683" alt="" class="wp-image-516120" style="width:91px;height:auto" /></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Elle is currently an unranked prospect in the 2026 Class according to our Prep Dig Florida State Rankings, but that is only because we have not released them yet.&nbsp; She plays volleyball for Boone High School and also plays club for the Winter Park volleyball program.&nbsp; Miss Mottola showed her skills to the entire audience as she volunteered for one of our drills that we demonstrated to everyone.&nbsp; Not only was she pinpoint accurate as a setter, but she stole the show as everyone “ooh'd and ahh'd” at her athleticism.&nbsp; When she jumped for a tight ball and did a one-handed set to the right side which led to an awesome kill, the entire gym let out a huge roar of excitement.&nbsp; Elle did this over and over while she was in attendance of the showcase and it definitely helped make a name for herself.&nbsp; I was loving how she used some awesome court vision to always put herself in a great position to dig the opposing attack.&nbsp; While most setters release early from that, Elle stayed very disciplined and played defense until it was time to release to her setter position at the net.&nbsp; Elle deserves a lot of attention from college coaches from what I saw in person at the showcase.&nbsp; Please help us congratulate her on earning the Top Performer award at the showcase.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='517258' first='Gillian' last='Wolf']&nbsp;[2026] 5-11 Outside (HS: St. John XXIII/Club: [program_tooltip program_id='431166' first='Houston' last='Juniors']/Verbal: Uncommitted)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"align":"right","id":516147,"width":"93px","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/5/2024/03/113-Gillian-Wolf-rotated.jpg?w=683" alt="" class="wp-image-516147" style="width:93px;height:auto" /></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Gillian is currently an unranked prospect in the 2026 Class according to our Prep Dig Texas State Rankings.&nbsp; She plays volleyball for St. John XXIII High School and also plays club for the [program_tooltip program_id='431166' first='Houston' last='Juniors'] volleyball program.&nbsp; Miss Wolf did a fantastic job of creating opportunities to score during the scrimmage portion of the showcase.&nbsp; I really liked how she used her long arms to propel herself even higher during her approach.&nbsp; Her line shot was on full display as she used it to score numerous times against the defense.&nbsp; After speaking to her court coach, it was very apparent that she has a lot to offer on the court.&nbsp; Her court coach said she showed supreme confidence and a willingness to be aggressive at all times.&nbsp; Gillian is one of those hitters who can score from both pins if need be and has great length in her extremities to be a shut down blocker on defense.&nbsp; I will be keeping my eye on her closely as the year progresses and you should also.&nbsp; Please help us congratulate her on earning a Top Performer award for this showcase.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='517151' first='Alayna' last='Perales']&nbsp;[2026] 5-10 Outside (HS: Lewis Palmer/Club: Elevation/Verbal: Uncommitted)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Alayna is currently an unranked prospect in the 2026 Class according to our Prep Dig State Rankings, but that is only because we do not have a website in Colorado as of yet.&nbsp; She plays for Lewis Palmer High School and also club for the Elevation volleyball program.&nbsp; I have seen Alayna play volleyball for a few years now and she amazes me how much she has grown and progressed in the sport.&nbsp; Her right arm is lethal when she connects on the ball.&nbsp; Miss Perales's downward arm speed is something to marvel at and she has the ability to get even stronger as she gets older.&nbsp; As a hitter, her hand contact on the ball is top notch and she uses it to move the ball to any location she wants to.&nbsp; I love her line shot as she used it during the scrimmage portion of the showcase a few times.&nbsp; She will be moving to the central Texas area soon and we cannot wait to watch her more in person over the next few years.&nbsp; Give her a look and you will not be disappointed.&nbsp; Please help us congratulate her on earning a Top Performer award for this showcase.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>There are many more amazing players that will be written about.&nbsp; Stay tuned for more articles on your favorite athletes.&nbsp; If you have anyone you think we should watch out for, please shoot me an email with some info at <a href="mailto:Michael@prepdig.com">Michael@prepdig.com</a>.&nbsp; Also don't forget to help these kids get more exposure by sharing our stories with your friends.&nbsp; Help us help them by simply reposting on X, Instagram or sharing on Facebook.&nbsp; Thanks for following Prep Dig Family!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->