Flint Area’s Top Underclassmen

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Flint area has seen some Class of 2026 and Class of 2027 players coming through with big performances in the last year.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>There's six that have really garnered some special attention around Flint. Here's a closer look at them and what makes them stand out.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>Players listed alphabetically</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='243338' first='Addison' last='Dunning'], OH Davison/Five:1</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Dunning has the ability to get on a roll quickly, and when she does it usually is light's out for opponents. Dunning has a nice mixture of shots and arm angles, able to finish consistently with her offspeed attacks as well as her power game. She's got the awareness to adjust her shot on the fly as well.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='226895' first='Jillian' last='Ferrill'], S/OH Lake Fenton/Legacy</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Ferrill is a real talented prospect that plays an effortless game and is very effective in all phases. Her hitting is consistent and smooth, as she makes the most out of each opportunity and doesn't force things. As a setter, Ferrill can run a quick offense while always being a threat to strike herself. Her defensive play and blocking has improved in the last year as well.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='226907' first='Eva' last='Long'], S Fenton/Legacy</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>One of the top setters in the entire class, Long has been a picture of consistency for both Fenton and Legacy. She's got a smooth delivery, but makes her play look effortless. While she works with some great hitters, her accuracy and tempo allow those hitters to shine.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='442994' first='Makayla' last='Naves'], DS/L Grand Blanc/Legacy</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Naves is a great all-around athlete that has been able to be a difference-maker as a defender. However, her agility and athleticism allow her to help with some nice back-row attacks when needed. Naves has great instincts and reads the ball really well. She's going to big a dig machine in the state for years to come.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='226913' first='Abbigayl' last='Sells'], DS/L Lake Fenton/Legacy</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Sells has great command of the back row and knows how to direct her team to excel defensively. She's great at backing up her hitters, but also makes some impressive athletic sprawls to get a tough dig. Sells can also deliver from the service line and brings a lot of energy to the court.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='442613' first='Lily' last='Sukup'], OH Goodrich/Five:1</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Another hitter from the Five:1 program that has been on the radar for many is Sukup. She's having a great club season and has been catching eyes during Prep Dig Showcase events. As a hitter and setter option, Sukup transitions well to the different positions while being able to display a high court IQ. Her arm speed and strength seems to get better as matches prolong.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->