2026: The Newcomers

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The 2026 Rankings have been updated, and we have added some phenomenal new athletes to this talented list.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["698003"],"_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-67005b0f69223"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Angel was late to get on our radar since she does not play club. However, after watching her anchor the backcourt of the South Albany Red Hawks to a #1 standing and a 17-0 record in the 5A classification, she could not be ignored. She is the ultimate athlete, also playing basketball and softball, and this athleticism translates to the volleyball court tenfold. She is dynamic on serve receive, employing a split step and creating space between her body and her platform.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["524321"],"_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-67005b0f69285"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Orlowski caught our eye when watching her dominate in the middle for Aspire NW 16-1 Empire at Regionals. Having seen her compete at the beginning of club season as well, she showcased a significant amount of improvement, garnering her a spot in the top 50. The six-foot middle has an aggressive step close that gets her off the ground quickly and, coupled with an aggressive snap, proves to be tough to defend.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["697994"],"_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-67005b0f692d0"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">We were able to watch Combs and her Webfoot 16-1 Elite team compete at Regionals and noted the impressive six-rotation outside hitter. She is aggressive in transition, taking a big approach to hammering the ball to the deep corners. She covers the backcourt well, reading opposing attackers well and displaying quick defensive reaction time.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["561713"],"_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-67005b0f69315"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Fitzgerald was seen in action at Regionals, playing for Rose City 16-1 Black. A key offensive weapon, her play helped the team finish the season tied for third in the 16U division. She is a high-flying, athletic pin hitter who can obliterate the ball all over the court. Her approach has a great tempo to it, speeding up at the end to launch herself off the floor. Given her natural athleticism, Fitzgerald is an athlete to keep your eye on.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["528223"],"_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-67005b0f69359"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Riehl got on our radar when we watched her execute a 5-1 for the NPJ Portland 16-1 National team this past club season. She displays a high contact point on the ball, and with natural hand strength, she is able to push the ball to the pin from great distances. Her neutral posture aides in her ability to hide set locations and hold blockers.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["532721"],"_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-67005b0f6939c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">We saw Cummings in action when watching the COVC 16-1 National team compete at Regionals. The six-rotation outside hitter proved herself to be a reliable primary offensive weapon for the team. With impressive leaping abilities, a productive back swing, and a quick arm, her attack packs a punch when she connects with the ball. She does a good job of moving the ball around, mixing up her attack location, to rack up kills. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["568819"],"_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-67005b0f693e3"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Reed, a six-foot pin hitter, was seen in action at Regionals as a right side hitter for NPJ Portland 17-1 National. Playing up an age bracket this club season, she flexed her versatility and showcased her dominance from both pins. This high school season for the Lakeridge Pacers, she has been seen playing all-around, allowing her to hone in on her ball control and backrow capabilities. Reed is well on her way to being a dominant six-rotation outside hitter.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["698019"],"_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-67005b0f69428"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Baker got on our radar when doing scouting research in anticipation of this rankings update. When looking at top 2A schools, Crosshill Christian held the #1 spot and the 6-4 middle blocker proved hard to miss. She uses her size and length at the net well, putting up a formidable block. Her best swing seems to be when utilizing slide footwork to hammer the ball onto the open court.&nbsp;She is athletic and showcases an incredibly high recruiting ceiling. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Other new names added to the class of 2026 rankings:&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='595362' first='Macy' last='Davis']<br>[player_tooltip player_id='575179' first='Amelia' last='Haj']<br>[player_tooltip player_id='697991' first='Ava' last='Hillebrand']<br>[player_tooltip player_id='698026' first='Carsyn' last='Hillyer']<br>[player_tooltip player_id='503700' first='Bryn' last='McKelvy']<br>[player_tooltip player_id='698000' first='Kaylee' last='Cordle']<br>[player_tooltip player_id='697989' first='Anna' last='Morley']<br>[player_tooltip player_id='475988' first='Aleeyah' last='Coleman']<br>[player_tooltip player_id='698007' first='Piper' last='Duryea']<br>[player_tooltip player_id='482054' first='Isabella' last='Perry']<br>[player_tooltip player_id='697997' first='Faye' last='Gordon']<br>[player_tooltip player_id='540557' first='Karina' last='Denham']<br>[player_tooltip player_id='697990' first='Aurelia' last='Acton']<br>[player_tooltip player_id='698021' first='Carley' last='Lucero']<br>[player_tooltip player_id='697999' first='Jasmyn' last='Gentzkow']<br>[player_tooltip player_id='698024' first='Cassidy' last='Funderburg']<br>[player_tooltip player_id='697987' first='Afton' last='Carter']<br>[player_tooltip player_id='698006' first='Marin' last='Dentinger']<br>[player_tooltip player_id='575187' first='Elise' last='Norman']<br>[player_tooltip player_id='697998' first='Haddie' last='Pannell']<br>[player_tooltip player_id='551500' first='Maliya' last='Steen']<br>[player_tooltip player_id='572013' first='Julissa' last='Carbajal']<br>[player_tooltip player_id='572650' first='Alison' last='Vena']<br>[player_tooltip player_id='612591' first='Chloe' last='Runn']<br>[player_tooltip player_id='698025' first='Harper' last='Madson']<br>[player_tooltip player_id='697993' first='Caris' last='Clarkson']<br>[player_tooltip player_id='698023' first='Olivia' last='Smith']<br>[player_tooltip player_id='534862' first='Alexis' last='Smith']<br>[player_tooltip player_id='574336' first='Jori' last='Arvey']<br>[player_tooltip player_id='532724' first='Kendyl' last='Shook']<br>[player_tooltip player_id='268802' first='Ava' last='Dodson']<br>[player_tooltip player_id='575177' first='Adriana' last='Maffia']<br>[player_tooltip player_id='697988' first='Allie' last='Oliver']<br>[player_tooltip player_id='697986' first='Aaliyah' last='Turner']<br>[player_tooltip player_id='268838' first='Elmedina' last='Jashari']<br>[player_tooltip player_id='540651' first='Jenica' last='Bachelder']<br>[player_tooltip player_id='698001' first='Kenna' last='Borin']<br>[player_tooltip player_id='698018' first='Luci' last='Brady']<br>[player_tooltip player_id='467608' first='Patricia' last='Carrillo']<br>[player_tooltip player_id='572567' first='Izabella' last='Diaz']<br>[player_tooltip player_id='532722' first='Mandy' last='Russell']<br>[player_tooltip player_id='532723' first='Esther' last='Conrad']<br>[player_tooltip player_id='575199' first='Sophia' last='Montez']<br>[player_tooltip player_id='697992' first='Camden' last='Allen']<br>[player_tooltip player_id='574234' first='Samara' last='Shakur']<br>[player_tooltip player_id='588504' first='Serenity' last='Davis']<br>[player_tooltip player_id='698002' first='Mackenzie' last='Wilson']<br>[player_tooltip player_id='698020' first='Katie' last='Freeborn']</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->