2027 Rankings Closer Look: Outside Hitters
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We updated our 2027 Player Rankings this week. The group has a lot of star potential, with many already making an impact nationally on the club scene. The latest rankings were comprised by the Prep Dig Rankings Team. Here’s a look at…
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Continue ReadingWe updated our 2027 Player Rankings this week. The group has a lot of star potential, with many already making an impact nationally on the club scene.
The latest rankings were comprised by the Prep Dig Rankings Team. Here’s a look at the outside hitters in this class.
Rank
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Player
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Height
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High School
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Commitment
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1 |
6’1″
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Mercy
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2 |
6’3″
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Grand Haven
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3 |
6’1″
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Grand Rapids Christian
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4 |
5’11”
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Marian
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5 |
5’10”
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Eisenhower
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6 |
6’0″
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Rockford
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7 |
5’8″
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Richmond
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8 |
6’0″
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Essexville Garber
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9 |
5’10”
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Milford
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10 |
5’8″
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Utica Eisenhower
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11 |
5’7″
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Flint Powers Catholic
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12 |
5’8″
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Frankenmuth
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13 |
5’9″
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Livonia Franklin
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14 |
5’9″
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Howell
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15 |
5’9″
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Northville
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16 |
5’10”
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West Catholic
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17 |
5’7″
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Pennfield
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18 |
5’7″
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Okemos
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19 |
5’9″
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Hartland
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20 |
5’11”
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Orchard Lake St. Marys Prep
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21 |
5’11”
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Detroit Country Day
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22 |
5’11”
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Grand Rapids Catholic Central
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23 |
5’7″
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Mattawan
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24 |
5’10”
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Zeeland East
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25 |
5’10”
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Grand Haven
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26 |
5’8″
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Oakland Christian
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27 |
5’10”
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South Lyon
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28 |
5’9″
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Caledonia
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29 |
5’9″
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Saline
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30 |
5’8″
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Saline
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31 |
6’1″
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Forest Hills Northern
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32 |
5’11”
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Hudsonville
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33 |
6’0″
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Marian
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34 |
5’10”
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Rochester Adams
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35 |
5’7″
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Chelsea
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36 |
5’10”
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Marian
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37 |
5’8″
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Detroit Country Day
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Continue ReadingCurrent Top 10
There are 10 outside hitters and right sides that are in our current top-20 2027 rankings.
1. Kate Kalczynski Kate Kalczynski 6'1" | OH Mercy | 2027 State MI : This 6’1” outside has already led her prep team to a state title and is competing with the best outsides in the nation during club play. She’s showing all the tools to be an elite player.
2. Mallory Woiteshek Mallory Woiteshek 6'3" | OH Grand Haven | 2027 State MI : A 6’3 outside with good power and elite length, Woiteshek has a firm swing that generates a lot of power without a lot of wind up. She can take a lot of swings and bring the same firepower.
3. Grace Goodyke Grace Goodyke 6'1" | OH Grand Rapids Christian | 2027 State MI : A 6’1” outside that helped push GR Christian to the D2 semifinals, this 2027 prospect shows a polished all-around game and can be just as impactful with her defensive play as her attacks.
4. Calli LeFevre Calli LeFevre 5'11" | OH Marian | 2027 State MI : An ever-improving outside, LeFevre was forced to learn quickly this fall and she went through some growing pains, but came out a much stronger player. This club season, LeFevre is showing a wide array of attacks and has been among one of the most improved in the class.
5. Mallory Wandel Mallory Wandel 6'0" | OH Rockford | 2027 State MI : Another young hitting talent for the Rockford program, Wandel is another workhorse that can shoulder a heavy offensive load. She’s got the power and energy game down, and is adding to her defensive skillset.
6. Jordyn Jones Jordyn Jones 5'8" | OH Richmond | 2027 State MI : Jones made a big jump up in the rankings. She’s a crafty outside that has great court awareness. She reads the play really well and can adapt on the fly to still put home a point. She’s looking like a great six-rotation player.
7. Jeana Lenhard Jeana Lenhard 6'0" | OH Essexville Garber | 2027 State MI : A 6-footer with a lot of promise, Lenhard has a been a go-to arm for Five:1 this club season. She’s really had a chance to shine and is proving that she can be a dominant hitter. She’s patient in her swing and delivers consistent power.
8. Eleanor Williams Eleanor Williams 5'11" | RS Romeo | 2027 State MI : One of the right side listings, Williams is a power lefty that plays well off blockers. She’s able to read the defense on approach and puts the ball where it needs to go to end the rally.
9. Sophia Smith Sophia Smith 6'2" | RS Marian | 2027 State MI : Smith also got a big learning experience this fall with Marian. The 6’2” right side can play on either pin and terminate at a high level. She’s improving on her timing and technique more and more, becoming a bigger offensive threat.
10. Lexa Pierson Lexa Pierson 5'10" | OH Milford | 2027 State MI : Pierson is a gamer that plays with good intensity and shows she wants to be a difference-maker. Her passing and serve receive has been promising and she’s got a steady swing that challenges the back row.