Durango Fall Classic Preview: Cali Teams featured on PrepDigCA

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>PrepDig is thrilled to spotlight one of the nation's premier high school volleyball tournaments, the&nbsp;<strong>Durango Fall Classic</strong>. Known as the pinnacle of high school volleyball competition, this prestigious event will kick off on&nbsp;<strong>Friday, September 20th</strong>, with pool play starting at 1:00 PM across four playing sites. The anticipation is high as elite teams from across the country converge in the desert to battle it out for the coveted championship.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>According to the&nbsp;<strong>MaxPreps Top 25 Poll (9/10/24)</strong>, eight of the nation's top-25 teams will be competing in this year's tournament, showcasing the finest in high school volleyball talent. Among the top contenders are:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>#1 Prestonwood, TX</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>#5 Cornerstone Christian, TX</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>#6 Assumption, KY</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>#8 Cathedral Catholic, CA</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><mark class="has-inline-color has-primary-color">#11 Mater Dei, CA</mark></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><mark class="has-inline-color has-primary-color">#12 Mira Costa, CA</mark></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>#16 Carrollwood Day, FL</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>#21 Redondo Union, CA</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Also receiving votes:&nbsp;<strong>Skutt Catholic (NE)</strong>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<strong>Archbishop Mitty (CA)</strong>. With powerhouse programs ready to take the stage, the Durango Fall Classic promises to be a high-stakes competition filled with electrifying performances.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong><em>Here's a closer look at some of the California teams featured on PrepDigCa:</em></strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Marymount High School (CA)</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Head Coaches:</strong> Cari Klein, Tuan Le<br><strong>Achievements:</strong> 3rd place at Kamehameha Labor Day Classic</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Marymount High School has consistently been a top national contender, known for their balance of strong offense and precise defense. The Sailors have already secured significant wins this season, including a victory over Redondo Union and a 3rd place finish at the Kamehameha Labor Day Classic Tournament.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":643923,"width":"557px","height":"auto","sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large is-resized"><img src="https://prepdig.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2024/09/image_b05c04.png?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-643923" style="width:557px;height:auto" /></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Key Players:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Samantha Destler (#2, OH)</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>[player_tooltip player_id='391119' first='Olivia' last='Penske'] (#12, Setter)</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>[player_tooltip player_id='482032' first='Makenna' last='Barnes'] (#13, OH)</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>[player_tooltip player_id='482022' first='Elle' last='Vandeweghe'] (#25, MB)</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>[player_tooltip player_id='391096' first='Frankie' last='Jones'] (#4, MB)</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>[player_tooltip player_id='391110' first='Declan' last='Eastman'] (#5, Libero)</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Additional players on their MaxPreps roster include:</strong> [player_tooltip player_id='366835' first='Ryan' last='Gilhooly'], Ava Gordon, [player_tooltip player_id='706319' first='Addison' last='Townsend'], Katelyn Oerlemans, Presley Jones, [player_tooltip player_id='482026' first='Grace' last='Jamison'], [player_tooltip player_id='511345' first='Karys' last='Campos'], Samantha Nugent, [player_tooltip player_id='366675' first='Logan' last='Devereux'], Jordan Johnson, and [player_tooltip player_id='482030' first='Leighton' last='Devereux'].</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='482032' first='Makenna' last='Barnes'] has emerged as a reliable six-rotation outside hitter, while Katelyn Oerlemans leads in blocking and hitting. Libero [player_tooltip player_id='511345' first='Karys' last='Campos'] has strengthened the defense with her serving skills. This deep and talented roster is expected to remain a top contender. - Michelle Bamford @ PrepDig</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Torrey Pines High School (CA)</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Head Coach:</strong> Brennan Dean</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Torrey Pines High School is an exciting squad to watch, featuring a deep roster of players who contribute significantly to the team's success. Despite having only a few games under their belt, several standouts have already emerged as key leaders.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":643915,"width":"545px","height":"auto","sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large is-resized"><img src="https://prepdig.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2024/09/image_767e03.png?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-643915" style="width:545px;height:auto" /></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Key Players:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>[player_tooltip player_id='391079' first='Finley' last='Krystkowiak']</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Emery Gonzalez</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>[player_tooltip player_id='467596' first='Jaycee' last='Mack']</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>[player_tooltip player_id='534502' first='Lila' last='Green']</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Additional players on their MaxPreps roster include:</strong> Sarah Sicat, [player_tooltip player_id='542502' first='Marina' last='Vosloo'], [player_tooltip player_id='545226' first='Stella' last='Delgadillo'], Danica Nordlicht, [player_tooltip player_id='551416' first='Skylar' last='Beets'], [player_tooltip player_id='545288' first='Sophia' last='Wu'], [player_tooltip player_id='391095' first='Samantha' last='Krystkowiak'], [player_tooltip player_id='617115' first='Lilia' last='Decker'], Lexe Schaffer, Rilyn Morales, Maya Meyer, Charlie Rietman, Connor Oxberry, and Sienna Barry.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>As the team finds its rhythm, this talented roster will be instrumental in making a significant impact on the court and challenging strong opponents. - Michelle Bamford @ PrepDig</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Mira Costa High School (CA)</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Head Coach:</strong> Cam Green</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Mira Costa High School boasts one of the most dynamic lineups in the nation. A perfect example is the play combination of a pass from [player_tooltip player_id='189560' first='Taylor' last='Deckert'], a set from [player_tooltip player_id='391092' first='Milly' last='McGee'], and a kill from [player_tooltip player_id='391077' first='Audrey' last='Flanagan']—an exciting sequence you need to see. Last season, Mira Costa finished with an impressive 39-4 record and made a deep run in the CIF State Championship playoffs.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":643904,"width":"535px","height":"auto","sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large is-resized"><img src="https://prepdig.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2024/09/image_3170c9.png?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-643904" style="width:535px;height:auto" /></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Mira Costa Website Roster:</strong> [player_tooltip player_id='453021' first='Paige' last='Schmalle'], [player_tooltip player_id='311353' first='Reese' last='Stringer'], [player_tooltip player_id='545233' first='Lerin' last='Rosenthal'], [player_tooltip player_id='394276' first='Bridget' last='Blu'], [player_tooltip player_id='545293' first='Liliana' last='Swanson'], [player_tooltip player_id='189560' first='Taylor' last='Deckert'], [player_tooltip player_id='391092' first='Milly' last='McGee'], [player_tooltip player_id='772611' first='Cayenne' last='Ceman'], [player_tooltip player_id='545290' first='Allyn' last='Hilt'], [player_tooltip player_id='518141' first='Kendall' last='Herman'], Ryann Bennett, Ruby Cochrane, [player_tooltip player_id='339983' first='Sage' last='Meidroth'], [player_tooltip player_id='482018' first='Brooke' last='Jadon'], [player_tooltip player_id='391077' first='Audrey' last='Flanagan'], [player_tooltip player_id='401372' first='Simone' last='Roslon'], [player_tooltip player_id='442654' first='Lauren' last='Becker'], Jordan Shelor, [player_tooltip player_id='482044' first='Sofia' last='Sala'], and Madison Norberg.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>With a roster packed with talent and depth, the Mustangs are definitely a team to watch at the tournament. - Michelle Bamford @ PrepDig</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Mater Dei High School (CA)</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><br><strong>Head Coach:</strong> Dan O'Dell</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Mater Dei High School, named MaxPreps National Champion after a stellar 43-2 season that concluded with a CIF Open Division title, is a team to watch this weekend. With a loaded returning roster, they currently hold an impressive 13-3 league record.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":643882,"width":"533px","height":"auto","sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large is-resized"><img src="https://prepdig.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2024/09/image_dee424.png?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-643882" style="width:533px;height:auto" /></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>MaxPreps Roster:</strong> [player_tooltip player_id='772595' first='Kaia' last='Ciszewski'], [player_tooltip player_id='228680' first='Ayva' last='Ostovar'], [player_tooltip player_id='461618' first='Ava' last='Akoubian'], Sydney Raszewski, [player_tooltip player_id='227273' first='Soraya' last='Dennis'], [player_tooltip player_id='482047' first='Westley' last='Matavao'], Sofia Walker, [player_tooltip player_id='538063' first='Preslie' last='Saunders'], [player_tooltip player_id='451716' first='Kate' last='Scherlacher'], Sam Capinpin, [player_tooltip player_id='228682' first='Kayla' last='Ostovar'], [player_tooltip player_id='391082' first='Addison' last='Coady'], [player_tooltip player_id='228678' first='Layli' last='Ostovar'], [player_tooltip player_id='489519' first='Presley' last='Kiffin'], [player_tooltip player_id='511139' first='Sierra' last='Robinson'], [player_tooltip player_id='482014' first='Ahnika' last='Smith'], Emily Clark, [player_tooltip player_id='524283' first='Abby' last='Moffett'], [player_tooltip player_id='391915' first='Tiani' last='Shaw'], and [player_tooltip player_id='455792' first='Emma' last='Kingston'].</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>This powerhouse team continues to build momentum and is expected to be a dominant force throughout the entire season. - Michelle Bamford @ PrepDig</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Stay Tuned for More In-depth Previews</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>With powerhouse teams and elite athletes gathering in Las Vegas, the Durango Fall Classic is sure to provide a weekend filled with high-level competition and unforgettable performances. This year's tournament promises to be one of the best yet. As these teams bring their unique strengths and dynamic rosters to the court, volleyball fans can expect fast-paced, hard-hitting action from start to finish.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>If you loved this article, please follow our Instagram page,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/prepdigca/?hl=en">PrepDigCA</a>&nbsp;for exclusive content and behind-the-scenes action.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>By subscribing to PrepDig, you're not just supporting coverage of your favorite events – you're also helping to shine a spotlight on talented prospects.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>To see even more events and athletes featured, spread the word and encourage your friends to subscribe to&nbsp;<a href="https://prepdig.com/">PrepDig.com</a>.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Let's keep growing this positive player platform and create unforgettable memories and experiences together with your support.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong><em>Thank you for creating the journey!</em></strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->