Standouts from Motor City Madness’ 18 Open
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Coming off of a huge weekend of volleyball in the Mitten state, Motor City Madness showcased some of the best of what Michigan has to offer.
With an exciting 18 Open, Michigan Elite took home the title. Here are some of the standouts from the 18 Open at Motor City Madness.
Lydia Michelin Lydia Michelin 6'0" | MB Milford | 2024 State MI – Michigan Elite
This middle has become a welcome addition to the Elite cannon and she put an exclamation point on that this weekend. Scoring at an extremely high level, whether if it was in front of or behind the setter, Lydia Michelin Lydia Michelin 6'0" | MB Milford | 2024 State MI was unstoppable at times.
Avery Woodard Avery Woodard 5'7" | S Marysville | 2024 State MI – Michigan Elite
In a last hurrah in an Elite jersey, Avery Woodard Avery Woodard 5'7" | S Marysville | 2024 State MI put a great cap onto an exciting volleyball career. Defending lights out this weekend, Woodard also was grabbing quite a few points of her own with her intense serving pressure.
Catherine Flaharty Catherine Flaharty 6'2" | OH Saline | 2024 State MI – L2
While this squad may be down and out with some injuries, this has allowed Catherine Flaharty Catherine Flaharty 6'2" | OH Saline | 2024 State MI to shine even brighter than she’s had before. The Xavier commit was causing mass chaos on the right side throughout the weekend. A shut down blocker and an imposing threat offensively, Flaharty led L2 to a runner-up finish.
Olivia Behen Olivia Behen 5'5" | DS/L Saline | 2024 State MI – L2
Back in her rightful libero position after a season at setter, Olivia Behen Olivia Behen 5'5" | DS/L Saline | 2024 State MI continues to make serious impressions on the court. Her first contact was strong from start to finish and she was everywhere on defense.
Jordyn Anderson Jordyn Anderson 6'3" | S Ludington | 2025 State MI – Inside Out
This was one of the first times I got to catch this Omaha-bound setter in action. Given Jordyn Anderson Jordyn Anderson 6'3" | S Ludington | 2025 State MI ‘s size, she is quite agile around the court. She runs a tight ship and was giving many opponents fits throughout the weekend.
Adrienne Greschaw Adrienne Greschaw 5'9" | S North Branch | 2024 State MI – NBVBC
In one last go around, Adrienne Greschaw Adrienne Greschaw 5'9" | S North Branch | 2024 State MI capped off a stellar volleyball career with North Branch. Despite lingering injuries for Greschaw, she was looking quite mobile and ran a really strong offense.