Nebraska’s Savvy 16U Setters from AAU Nationals

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Here's another one for the setters.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The narrative surrounding Nebraska's Class of 2026 is constantly evolving. We've seen position groups take over events throughout the year, and the setters may have staked their claim on AAUs.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Orlando's third wave had plenty of setter talent from the Cornhusker State, so a few shoutouts are due in today's feature.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["349470"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-667f5e303f988"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Frandson is one of two setters instrumental in [program_tooltip program_id='428728' first='River' last='City Jrs'] 16 Navy's championship triumph. We identified this Millard West standout as a player to watch heading into the event, but we couldn't have anticipated a flawless 14-0 run in Orlando. Offensive firepower led the way for 16 Navy, and Frandson consistently set up those hitters with perfect tempo and location. What a dramatic step forward for Frandson and her squad.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Cambree Smothers","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2026","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"5'8u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"32561","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"[program_tooltip program_id='428728' first='River' last='City Jrs'] 16 Red","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-667f5e303fabe"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Here's another chance to bring up [program_tooltip program_id='428728' first='River' last='City Jrs']' depth in the 16s age group. Smothers is among many 16 Red athletes who are ready to join our watch list after AAUs. This dynamic setter showed a knack for finding the hot hand and helped her team secure a top-five finish in the 16 Spirit division. Keep this name in mind during our next wave of rankings updates.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["278995"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-667f5e303fb46"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Bodnar's transformative move to [program_tooltip program_id='428743' first='VCNebraska' last=''] 16 Black paid dividends again. This Omaha Duchesne prep star cast aside any questions about how she would gel with her new team in 2024. Bodnar's creativity and skill shine through every time she runs the 16 Black offense, especially on big stages like AAU Nationals. Two-hitter rotations have emerged as a strength for 16 Black with Bodnar setting slides with pinpoint accuracy. The upcoming high school campaign is a big one.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["396745"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-667f5e303fbc1"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Janke remains the ringleader for Club Legacy 16 Alpha. She operates the team's 5-1 offense, meaning Janke has to exhibit all-around prowess in every rotation. Opposing teams are often taken aback by how physical Janke can be at the net. Her positive block touches generated plenty of transition opportunities for 16 Alpha at AAUs, and this is where Janke can take over on second contacts. Omaha Marian has another star setter coming through the pipeline.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["275961"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-667f5e303fc43"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Let's check in with one of Norfolk Catholic's rising stars. Wattier immediately entered the prep scene as a freshman and has had a similarly sustained impact with Nebraska Juniors. She can take full command of 16 Black's setter spot but has also seen tenures as a pin attacker. That aggressive mindset translates well to events like AAU Nationals, which can test a setter's fortitude against tough competition. Wattier can handle it all.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["518625"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-667f5e303fcbc"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Nebraska Juniors is back on the board. Cochran has provided a stable presence in the 16 Red lineup and has been a focal point of the team's late-season success. We saw this Kearney native find her groove at the Show Me Qualifier earlier this year, and Cochran grew more confident in Orlando. Central Nebraska is churning out so many club gems in the Class of 2026.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["349418"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-667f5e303fd35"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">This discussion isn't complete without Nebraska Elite. Rauner helps run the show for Nebraska Elite 16 Lokahi and has emerged as a prominent player in the starting lineup. She is a past participant on the Prep Dig Circuit and has elevated her game even further in recent weeks. That progression was evident through 16 Lokahi's several highlight moments at AAU Nationals.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["345147"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-667f5e303fdad"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">It doesn't take long to figure out where Nebraska Elite 16 Nova gleans much of its on-court leadership. McMahon has been the subject of so many post-qualifier features, but her excellence is not limited to prominent events. 16 Nova has looked to McMahon's stout setting and floor defense throughout the 2024 season, and she always delivers her best.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->