Sunshine Classic Showcase – Top Performers Setters Wk. 1 – Pt. 2
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This second part of the Top Performers setters during first week of the Sunshine Classic Showcase is a display of talented players from Florida, Virginia, California, and Maryland. These athletes demonstrated an abundant set of skills and personal attributes earning…
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Continue ReadingThis second part of the Top Performers setters during first week of the Sunshine Classic Showcase is a display of talented players from Florida, Virginia, California, and Maryland. These athletes demonstrated an abundant set of skills and personal attributes earning the recognition from coaches and staff.
Hailey is an exemplary setter and multi-sport athlete. I had the opportunity of following Hailey for a few months and her stellar performance during the showcase reflected the hard work, dedication, and commitment. Hailey setting platform is solid as she has a high contact and fast release ideal to run a fast tempo and quick balls in the middle. She has the arm strength to move the ball from pin to pin accurately placing the set on target. As I watched setting new teammates during the showcase, was clear that she will continue to excel as a setter. Hailey is a must watch for her class.
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Alyssa is a left-handed setter from Maryland. She was a standout during the showcase due to her smooth ball handling and effective attacks from the right side. Alyssa is currently playing for Liberty Elite VBC 16 National where she is filling up several roles as a setter and opposite. She has good vertical jump and arm reach; she was an important factor for her team during the Sunshine Classic Qualifiers. Alyssa can set the ball at different tempos, sha has a successful connection with the middles running several fast balls during the event. In addition, she is effective behind the serving line with a tough floating serve. She is a must follow for her class of ’26.
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A setter for the 540 VB 16 Elite in Virginia, Aubrey captured the attention of the coaches during the Sunshine Classic Showcase due to her abilities of moving the ball across the net. Aubrey ensures to display her setting skills from the warmup drills and throughout the competitive games. At 5’11” she is crucial in the front row as she can run a 5/1 with an effective block. Aubrey is doing everything right to place herself as a top setter in her state, she earned a first team award for her performance during the high school season and a Top Performer during the Prep Dig Top 250 Expo ranking her as 70 for class 2026. A bright future is ahead for her.
Elle is a skillful athlete and setter. Her performance during the showcase was a display of resourceful setting skills and abilities of connecting with hitters of all levels. Elle is already creating a path for herself as she is being recognized as an outstanding setter at the high school and club level. She knows how to use her height to create a strong presence on the net offensively and defensively. In addition to her great performance indoor, Elle is already a noticeable sand volleyball player earning several awards and recognition in numerous tournaments. Undoubtably we will see more of Elle as she continues to grow and earns her ranking spot in her class.
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Paige came from California where she earned the Prep Dig ranking of #27 (state) and #5 (position) to show her several attributes and skills as a setter and hitter during the Showcase and the Qualifier tournament. Paige got my attention during the warmup drills as she immediately connected with other players and quickly found her way to establish herself as one of the Top Performer setters. Paige has a great setting platform with fast ball release as she can set different tempos. At 6’0″ she is also a solid attacker from both sides of the net creating the ideal scenario for a future prospect. A must continue to follow for her class of ’26.