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10 Fab Freshmen from the WI Freshman Showcase

10 Fab Freshmen from the WI Freshman Showcase
Rachel Kass
Rachel Kass August 11, 2024 @ 07:21 PM
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Ruby Clooten
Ruby Clooten 5'11" | MB | 2028
WI
Jamiya Barnes
Jamiya Barnes 5'6" | RS/S | 2028
WI
Evie Sorum
Evie Sorum 5'7" | MB/OH | 2028
WI
Charlotte Laffin
Charlotte Laffin 6'0" | MB | 2028
WI
Brooke Biba
Brooke Biba 5'6" | 2028
IL
Mikayla Martin
Mikayla Martin 5'10" | S/RS | 2028
WI
Tess Tortorello
Tess Tortorello 5'5" | DS/L | 2028
IL
Brooklynn Winner
Brooklynn Winner 5'3" | DS/L | 2028
WI
Juliet Newton
Juliet Newton 5'0" | DS/L | 2028
WI
Marley Connor
Marley Connor 5'3" | DS/L | 2028
WI
<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>This is about to be one massive article because I love the sound of "10 Fab Freshmen." There was such an insane amount of talent at the Freshman Showcase. This class of 2028 is going to be something special!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["545523"],"_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-66b94ae304a0a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Brooklyn is an athlete with so much potential. She was one of the top liberos at the Showcase and showed it with her clean angles, simple movement, and overall grit. She also had a powerhouse serve throughout the event. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["587059"],"_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-66b94ae304a5e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Evelyn is a middle who had a huge impact on the Showcase. She has a great vertical and a quick snap on the ball. She was a high-flying athlete who was one of the first players in my notes app, and she continued to play well until the very last ball. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["545501"],"_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-66b94ae304a9d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Marley is a scrappy player to watch in this class. Her defense was absolutely stellar, and she got great touches on some very powerful swings. She also was quick to react to tips and in coverage. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["587083"],"_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-66b94ae304ad6"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Ruby will be a rising star in this class. She is dynamic yet disciplined and very powerful. She has a high volleyball IQ and is incredibly athletic. She really impressed throughout the Showcase and never missed a beat on the court. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["583939"],"_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-66b94ae304b0d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Mikayla is a setter who drew some attention at the Sizzle. She has great form and was named a Top Performer. Mikayla cought my eye pretty early with the way she ran the court. She was gritty and made great plays in game play. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["586933"],"_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-66b94ae304b43"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Brooke really impressed me with her all-around hustle. No matter the drill or the moment, she gave all out effort. She was so talented in defense and read opposing balls really well. Brooke's movement was explosive, and she could cover a lot of space quickly. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["587064"],"_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-66b9557911c08"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Jamiya is a lefty pin who was really solid in defense. She showed up with great ball control. She helped keep tough plays alive. She also took some nice swings throughout the showcase. Jamiya impressed me because she was a consistent and reliable force on the court. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":[545999],"_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-66b9557911c7c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Tess has clean form. Her angles were precise, and her footwork was quick. Tess was able to make some great plays simply because her speed and form were so consistent. She added a lot of value to the court and was a notable libero who stood out. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":[545504],"_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-66b9557911cfc"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Juliet first caught my eye in serve receive, but later, I was impressed with her defense as well. She is an athlete who is the whole package as a DS/L. She is efficient in her movement and hopped into any drill and could run the back row. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["587055"],"_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-66b9557911d6c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Charlotte is a player with huge potential. She was impressive out of the middle. Her endurance was impressive, especially throughout intense rallies. She was an athlete who could have a big impact in this class. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->

This is about to be one massive article because I love the sound of "10 Fab Freshmen." There was such an insane amount of talent at the Freshman Showcase. This class of 2028 is going to be something special!

Brooklynn Winner

Brooklynn Winner

WI
DS/L
HEIGHT 5'3"
POS DS/L
CLASS 2028
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Brooklynn
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Height
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HS
Westosha Central
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Evie Sorum

Evie Sorum

WI
MB/OH
HEIGHT 5'7"
POS MB/OH
CLASS 2028
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Evie
Sorum MB/OH
Class
2028
Height
5'7"
HS
Wisconsin Lutheran
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WI
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School: Wisconsin Lutheran
Club: Wisconsin Elite Volleyball
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Marley Connor

Marley Connor

WI
DS/L
HEIGHT 5'3"
POS DS/L
CLASS 2028
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Marley
Connor DS/L
Class
2028
Height
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HS
Divine Savior Holy Angels
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Marley Connor

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School: Divine Savior Holy Angels
Club: Milwaukee Sting Volleyball Club
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Ruby Clooten

Ruby Clooten

WI
MB
HEIGHT 5'11"
POS MB
CLASS 2028
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Ruby
Clooten MB
Class
2028
Height
5'11"
HS
Middleton Cross Plains
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WI
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Ruby Clooten

State: Wisconsin
School: Middleton Cross Plains
Club: Milwaukee Sting Volleyball Club
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Mikayla Martin

Mikayla Martin

WI
S/RS
HEIGHT 5'10"
POS S/RS
CLASS 2028
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Mikayla
Martin S/RS
Class
2028
Height
5'10"
HS
New Berlin West
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WI
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Mikayla Martin

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Brooke Biba

Brooke Biba

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Brooke
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Richmond Burton
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Brooke Biba

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School: Richmond Burton
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Jamiya Barnes

Jamiya Barnes

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RS/S
HEIGHT 5'6"
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CLASS 2028
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Jamiya
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2028
Height
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HS
Rufus King
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Tess Tortorello

Tess Tortorello

IL
DS/L
HEIGHT 5'5"
POS DS/L
CLASS 2028
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2028
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HS
Nazareth Academy
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IL
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Juliet Newton

Juliet Newton

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DS/L
HEIGHT 5'0"
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CLASS 2028
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2028
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Arrowhead
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Charlotte Laffin

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Height
6'0"
HS
Pewaukee
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