Rankings Update: Top 2025 Outside Hitters

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The class of 2025 outside hitters is truly a force to be reckoned with. [player_tooltip player_id='178033' first='Madison' last='Quest'] is one of the top pin hitters in the country and committed to an elite program at Wisconsin, but that is only the start of this deep well of talent. The top 5 ranked pins are already committed to teams across the country. [player_tooltip player_id='178224' first='Annika' last='Kowalski'] will be playing at Marquette and [player_tooltip player_id='178289' first='Rebecca' last='Ring'] is headed to NC State. [player_tooltip player_id='178038' first='Eva' last='Finnessy'] and [player_tooltip player_id='178029' first='Emma' last='Koceja'] are sure to have a big impact at NIU and Iona, respectively. Here is a breakdown of the top outside hitters in the class of 2025. Scroll to the bottom for a breakdown of stock risers, new additions, and more!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/position-ranking-table {"name":"acf/position-ranking-table","data":{"class":"2025","_class":"field_65cfb7374abb9","position":"32564","_position":"field_65cfbfcb19ad6","national_rankings":"0","_national_rankings":"field_660c1d73c0e49","state":"19819","_state":"field_65cfb88a603fe"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-663e459a6dc75"} /--> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Top Available Prospects</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>There are so many talented outside hitters still available in the class of 2025. Here are some of the players who could be the next to commit. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["178045"],"_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":"Myla has been a steady and competitive presence in this class from the start. She can play six rotations and on both pins. She is the ultimate utility player who is competitive, powerful, and smart. Myla is incredibly athletic and has a lethal back row attack.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_1_player":["185618"],"_player_evaluations_1_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_1_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_1_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_1_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_1_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_1_evaluation":"Katlyn is a powerful pin hitter with a massive vertical and the ability to manufacture points. She adjusts well in out-of-system plays and can take very aggressive swings, even on tough sets. Katlyn brings a great balance of power and finesse to the pin.","_player_evaluations_1_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_2_player":["178223"],"_player_evaluations_2_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_2_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_2_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_2_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_2_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_2_evaluation":"Teegan is another athlete who could fill multiple roles on a team. She has a vertical that is sky-high and is both smart and powerful. Teegan is also an exceptional serve receiver and defender. Her confidence and consistency make her a high-level competitor on any team she plays on.","_player_evaluations_2_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_3_player":["178035"],"_player_evaluations_3_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_3_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_3_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_3_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_3_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_3_evaluation":"Jackie never backs down from a challenge. Whether she is in the front or back row, Jackie will deliver. She has great shots and good court awareness. Jackie has been hugely successful during high school season and played on the [program_tooltip program_id='428591' first='FC' last='Elite'] 18 Elite team this club season.","_player_evaluations_3_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_4_player":"","_player_evaluations_4_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_4_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_4_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_4_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_4_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_4_evaluation":"","_player_evaluations_4_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":5,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-663e459a6f393"} /--> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Stock-Risers </h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>There were numerous stock risers among outside hitters in the class of 2025 rankings update. Some of these pins have been on the rise for quite a period of time and it is exciting to see them continue to impress time and time again. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["435358"],"_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":"Ella has been on the rise through these rankings for a while. She is a lethal pin hitter who can earn points from all six rotations. Ella is athletic and always improving her game. She has a clean contact on the ball and still has a lot of potential!","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_1_player":["178331"],"_player_evaluations_1_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_1_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_1_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_1_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_1_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_1_evaluation":"Maddy is explosive on the pin and an athlete who is built for the next level of play. She has great form and balances every aspect of being an impact pin hitter. Her decision-making is next-level, and she works to see the blockers and the court in front of her on offense.","_player_evaluations_1_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_2_player":["275793"],"_player_evaluations_2_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_2_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_2_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_2_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_2_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_2_evaluation":"Elise made a big jump in the rankings this update. She has a heavy hand on the ball and makes smart decisions with her tips. Elise is disciplined in transition and is impactful even after making several jumps in a play.","_player_evaluations_2_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":3,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-663e830589ed6"} /--> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Newcomers to the Rank</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>We have a number of newcomers to our rankings which is always exciting to see. Ask any Prep Dig scout, and one of their favorite parts of the job is likely when new athletes explode onto their radar. Here are some newcomers to the most recent rank!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["249671"],"_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":"Maddie has been impressing on big stages. She had a huge performance at MEQ and is making waves this club season. What sets Maddie apart is her ability to execute in out-of-system situations, reliability in pass to attack, and lethal line shot.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_1_player":["434850"],"_player_evaluations_1_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_1_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_1_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_1_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_1_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_1_evaluation":"Addison's swings pack a punch. She takes an explosive approach and has a ton of power. She is relentless at the net and is a go-to hitter for her team. Addison also does a good job mixing up her shots and targeting all areas of the court.","_player_evaluations_1_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":2,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-663e830589f6a"} /-->