PD Nevada Freshman Showcase – Top Verts and High Flyers

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The class of 2028 made an impressive debut at the first-ever Nevada Freshman Showcase, broadcast live on BallerTV. Scouts, parents, and volleyball enthusiasts alike were eager to see the newest talent from Nevada and neighboring states.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>At this stage, players are experiencing growth spurts at varying rates, which are beyond their control. However, what they can influence is their vertical leap—a crucial factor in their performance. A strong vertical can be the key to earning a starting position, securing a spot on a collegiate team, and leveling the playing field against taller opponents. For those who are tall and possess a powerful vertical, the combination makes them an even greater threat on the court. <mark class="has-inline-color has-primary-color">Learn about several <strong>ways to increase your vertical</strong> at the bottom of this article.</mark></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Now, without further ado…</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>let's jump into the high-flying freshman from the Nevada Freshman Showcase. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Top Overall Vertical&nbsp;</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Angela Jenkins - 26.2” - highest vertical out of both the Freshman and Stock Up showcases</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":601048,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://prepdig.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2024/08/IMG_2845-crop-1170x769-1723992656.jpeg?w=800" alt="" class="wp-image-601048" /></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Top Three Verticals</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Angela Jenkins - 26.2”</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='550486' first='Jamie' last='Beckham'] - 25.8”</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Myah Becerra-Malone - 24.4”&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>20”+ Club</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='584024' first='Sedona' last='Norton'] - 23.9”</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Katelyn Chicarelli - 23.1”</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='596014' first='Natalie' last='Tynsky'] - 22.5”</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='532711' first='Michaela' last='Ponder-Retzlaff'] - 22.1”</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Marlee Fakatoumafi - 21.7”</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='557781' first='Emma' last='Crane'] -&nbsp; 21.4”</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='550513' first='Claire' last='Slanker'] - 20.9”</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='544592' first='Eva' last='Hill'] - 20.9”</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='601056' first='Madelynn' last='Harper'] - 20.5”</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='550996' first='Elia-Teiah' last='Santos'] - 20.4”</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='543170' first='Isabella' last='Spinella'] - 20.2”</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='600231' first='Adison' last='Van Aken'] - 20.2”</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Remi Campbell - 20.2”</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Jasmine Liu - 20.2”</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='537711' first='Reagan' last='Cope'] - 20”</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>19”+ Club</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='548054' first='Tiyanna' last='Eva'] - 19.4”</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='580924' first='Valeria' last='Medeles'] - 19.1”&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='544739' first='Sydney' last='Mason'] - 19”&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>All Remaining Verticals</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='551503' first='Olivia' last='Spanish'] - 18.7”</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='563692' first='Taylor' last='Kravitz'] - 18.5”</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='530916' first='Julia' last='Overton'] - 18.3”</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='551436' first='Nia' last='Tanner'] - 18.3”</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='550122' first='Kennedy' last='Gottesman'] - 17.6”</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='563104' first='Isabella' last='Miniano'] - 17.6”</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Lourdes Raine Tanada - 17.5”</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='563685' first='Anieya' last='McCullough'] - 16.8”</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='564326' first='Kerrigan' last='Falb'] - 16.5”</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Here are Few Ways to Increase Your Vertical</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Strength Training:</em></strong> squats, lunges, deadlifts, calf raises</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em><strong>Plyometrics Exercises:</strong> </em>box jumps, depth jumps, tuck jumps, jump rope</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Core Workouts:</em> </strong>planks, Russian twists, leg raises</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Flexibility and Mobility:</em></strong> dynamic stretching, yoga and static stretching</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading">If there is a player you would like to add to PrepDig Nevada's radar, you can:</h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading">Create a&nbsp;<a href="https://prepdig.com/prospect-index/">Free Player Profile</a></h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading">Follow &amp; 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