2027 Pin Hitters to Watch this Club Season

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>As the high school volleyball season wraps up, several talented players are preparing to take their game to the next level by stepping into the club season. Among them are a group of dynamic pin hitters who have been dominating the court as outside and right-side hitters. Their skill sets and versatility make them key players to watch as they transition from high school to club play. Here's a look at five standout pin hitters—Mia Diouf, [player_tooltip player_id='877581' first='Keri' last='Petro'], Nova Hewlett, Mollie VanDeusen, and Ivana Reyes—and what makes them such exciting prospects heading into the club season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- 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":721092,"_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Mia Diouf","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2027","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"null","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"32925","_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":"Game Point","_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":"right","anchor":"acf-block-673777c45a071"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"align":"left","placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="has-text-align-left text-gray-700">Mia Diouf has made a name for herself as an exceptional right-side hitter in her region. Throughout her high school career, Diouf has been known for her powerful attacking ability, especially on the right side of the court, where she is able to effectively challenge opposing blocks. Her quick reflexes and sharp volleyball IQ have made her a vital component of her high school team's offense.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"align":"center"} --> <p class="has-text-align-center"><strong>Mia Diouf – Right-Side Hitter</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>As she transitions to club volleyball, Diouf's combination of strength, speed, and versatility will be a tremendous asset to any club team. On the right side, she'll be tasked with both attacking from the front row and setting a strong block against their opponents.  Expect her to bring a strong, physical presence to the net as she competes against some of the best athletes in the country.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- 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":"[player_tooltip player_id='877581' first='Keri' last='Petro']","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2027","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"null","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"32564","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Matanzas","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"DME","_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-67377e522ec40"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='877581' first='Keri' last='Petro'] has been a standout outside hitter throughout her high school career, earning accolades for her powerful swings and consistent serve receive.&nbsp; Petro's ability to generate offense from the left side has been a key factor in her team's success, and she's equally adept at digging and passing in the back row.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"align":"center"} --> <p class="has-text-align-center"><strong> [player_tooltip player_id='877581' first='Keri' last='Petro'] – Outside Hitter</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>As she transitions to club volleyball, Petro's experience as a primary attacker and her well-rounded game will make her a valuable asset in multiple rotations. Club teams will benefit from her aggressive play style and her commitment to making smart, strategic decisions during critical moments. Her competitive drive will also serve her well as she steps into a more intense and fast-paced environment at the club level.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- 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":"Nova Hewlett","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2027","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"null","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"32564","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Nease","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"Jax Skyline","_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-67377e522ed23"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Nova Hewlett is a name to watch in the upcoming club season. As an outside hitter for her high school team, she has shown incredible athleticism and a strong attacking presence at the net. Moreover, her defensive skills, especially in digging tough serves and attacking balls, have helped her become a complete player.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"align":"center"} --> <p class="has-text-align-center"><strong>Nova Hewlett – Outside Hitter</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Heading into club season, Hewlett's offensive capabilities paired with her defensive prowess make her a strong candidate for a starting role. Her ability to adjust her attack based on the block and find gaps in the defense will serve her well in the more dynamic, faster-paced environment of club volleyball. Look for Hewlett to step into her role as a primary attacker and contribute in key moments during matches.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- 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":721093,"_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Mollie VanDeusen","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2027","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"null","_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":"Beachside High School","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"JJVA","_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-67377e522edba"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Mollie VanDeusen is a versatile player who has proven herself as both a right-side hitter and a setter in high school. This dual-role flexibility allows her to be a constant threat on the court, whether she's attacking from the front row or setting up plays for her teammates. VanDeusen has been praised for her court vision and her ability to switch between roles seamlessly, making her an essential part of her team's offense.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"align":"center"} --> <p class="has-text-align-center"><strong>Mollie VanDeusen – Right-Side Hitter &amp; Setter</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>As she moves into club season, her dual-threat ability will be highly valuable, especially in club volleyball where adaptability is key. Whether she's leading the offense as a setter or putting up strong swings from the right side, VanDeusen's versatility will allow her to make an immediate impact on any team. Her experience in multiple positions gives her the edge in high-pressure situations and will make her a standout player in both attack and playmaking roles.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- 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":"Ivana Reyes","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2027","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"null","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"32564","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Gateway High School","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"","_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-67377e522ee3d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Ivana Reyes has consistently proven herself to be a top-tier outside hitter, known for her powerful attack. Her aggressive offensive style is complemented by her disciplined defensive play, as she's able to pass and dig effectively to keep the ball alive for her team. Reyes has been instrumental in her high school team's success, showing that she can handle the physicality of high-level volleyball while maintaining a calm and focused demeanor on the court.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"align":"center"} --> <p class="has-text-align-center"><strong>Ivana Reyes – Outside Hitter</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>As she steps into the club season, Reyes will be a key contributor for her new team, bringing both offensive and defensive reliability to the floor. Her high-level skill set will make her a key piece in any club team's lineup. Expect Reyes to help lead her team with her energy and competitive spirit.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>As these talented pin hitters move from high school volleyball into the competitive world of club volleyball, their skills and leadership will be critical to their teams' success. <strong>Mia Diouf</strong>, <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='877581' first='Keri' last='Petro']</strong>, <strong>Nova Hewlet</strong>t, <strong>Mollie VanDeusen</strong>, and <strong>Ivana Reyes</strong> have each demonstrated the ability to excel at the highest level of high school play, and their transitions to the club season will be highly anticipated by fans and coaches alike.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Whether they're attacking from the outside or right side, setting up plays, or playing defense, these players have the versatility and determination to make an immediate impact in club volleyball. As the season progresses, keep an eye on these rising stars as they take their game to the next level and work toward achieving their goals on the club circuit.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->