Prospects to Watch @ PrepDigCa: 2026’s

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>PrepDigCa's Instagram shines a spotlight on our ‘Prospects to Watch,' providing invaluable social exposure to athletes aspiring to play at the collegiate level. Our featured prospects attract attention and ‘likes' from a diverse array of colleges, ranging from D1, D2, D3, NAIA, and JUCO. While highlight clips are informative, they can miss the essence of a player's personality and character. At PrepDig, we take a proactive approach, encouraging our athletes to actively participate in their recruitment exposure within our articles.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>When a player earns the title of ‘Prospect to Watch,' we reach out, extending an invitation to share their unique voice and perspective. We firmly believe that this transcends mere highlights, offering colleges a deeper understanding of the athlete as a whole. This article also offers players, parents, and coaches a window into the character of our prospects. It's with great pleasure that I present to you the voices of some of our standout Prospects to Watch.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["530157"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"u003cp data-pm-slice=u00221 1 []u0022u003eMy name is [player_tooltip player_id='530157' first='Payton' last='Durante'], and I am from Yorba Linda, California, and in the Class of 2026!u003c/pu003ernVersatility. Communication. Energy. Power. These are the traits I like to bring when I play volleyball! I am a 6'1 OH hitter who loves to be a leader on the court. My strong suit is that I am a versatile player than can provide power and a big block as an outside hitter but get scrappy on defense and give opponents trouble with my serve. My teammates are so important to me, so I try to be the best communicator on the court. I am working hard in the gym and on sharpening my block reading and dialing in my serving technique even more. I have big personal and developmental goals whether it be playing for my indoor team Balboa Bay Club 16 1's, my high school team El Dorado High school, or even in sand pairs. Training. Teamwork. Tenacity. These three “T” words I like to live by.rnrnMy club team will be playing in the JVA West Coast Cup over Memorial Day weekend at the Long Beach Convention Center (May 25-27), also SCVA Championships (June 8-9), and then and at AAU Nationals in Orlando, Florida (June 21-24). I would love to have you come out and watch! My team and I have worked hard to make into the top 25 in SCVA in our age group. We are pushing to finish the season strong. Go Balboa Bay!rnrnFollow me on IG @payton.durantevbrnrnProvided to Michelle Bamford @ PrepDig","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-663e677fcfe9f"} /--> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://www.instagram.com/reel/C5lfEo3rY2b/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_linku0026amp;igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"instagram","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-instagram wp-block-embed-instagram"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://www.instagram.com/reel/C5lfEo3rY2b/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&amp;igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["536095"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"u003cp data-pm-slice=u00221 1 []u0022u003eI'm Raelene Miguel, a class of 2026 Pin Hitter/DS from Las Vegas, Nevada. Last season, I played on varsity for Legacy High School, where we placed first in the 4A Lake division and came second in the 4A State Championships. Now, I'm on the 15 National team at Top Flight Volleyball Academy. At our recent qualifier, the Lone Star Classic, we earned third place in the USA division and secured a bid to USAV Nationals. Academically, I have a 4.45 GPA and rank first in my class.u003c/pu003ernOn the court, I'm a versatile player, who is comfortable in almost any position. This flexibility allows me to fill any role within a team. As an undersized pin hitter, I use open spaces on the court to my advantage, aiming to stand out. Ever since I started playing 3 years ago, defense has always been my favorite skill to work on. Currently, I am working on solidifying my defensive moves, emphasizing my passing angles, and block timing. Most importantly, I focus on being a supportive teammate, always ready to cheer others on.rnrnProvided to Michelle Bamford @ PrepDig","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-663e677fcff51"} /--> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://www.instagram.com/reel/C5oAbmorikv/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_linku0026amp;igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"instagram","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-instagram wp-block-embed-instagram"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://www.instagram.com/reel/C5oAbmorikv/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&amp;igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["526213"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"u003cp data-pm-slice=u00221 1 []u0022u003eMcKenna Kimbell is a 6'1, 2026 Middle Blocker who illuminates the character of a loving and hardworking volleyball player. Her strong voice and attitude are uplifting and powerful to her teammates. McKenna plays up for [program_tooltip program_id='429544' first='Sunshine' last='Volleyball Club'] on their 18 Westside team. During their past tournament in Spokane, Washington, 18 Westside got first place in Liberty and a bid to nationals! Recently, she played in the USA division at Red Rock Rave and competed in the gold bracket. Her dominant presence at the net exemplifies resilience and strength as a middle blocker. Her quickness, athleticism, and impeccable blocking abilities represent confidence in every move she makes. McKenna's hype for her teammates, self-talk, and determination during hard practice, games, and tournaments demonstrates her unwavering commitment to developing her game to the next level. She plays strongly through adversity, highlighting her great work ethic. She moves smoothly between offense and defense, asserting her power on the court and winning respect from both teammates and opponents. McKenna hopes to pursue her dream of playing volleyball at the collegiate level. Her chosen college will benefit greatly from her unshakable dedication and remarkable talents. Provided to Michelle Bamford @ PrepDigu003c/pu003e","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-663e677fcfff5"} /--> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://www.instagram.com/reel/C5Bd94RxYIG/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"instagram","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-instagram wp-block-embed-instagram"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://www.instagram.com/reel/C5Bd94RxYIG/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":1} --> <h1 class="wp-block-heading">To be featured in our Prospects to Watch @PrepDigCa series:</h1> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><em>Claim or create your PrepDig Player Profile by clicking <a href="https://prepdig.com/prospect-index/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Here</a>.</em></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:image {"id":537199,"sizeSlug":"full","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img src="https://prepdig.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2024/05/image_ce06fc.png" alt="" class="wp-image-537199" /></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><em>Then tag <a href="https://www.instagram.com/prepdigca/?hl=en">PrepDigCA </a> </em></h2> <!-- /wp:heading -->