2024/25 All-State Awardees: Small West Talents

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Oklahoma Coaches Association announced All-State awardees in mid-October. As the athletes prepare for their respective club season and look forward to the All-State game in July, let's look at the Small West Talents for the competitive match ahead.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["212418"],"_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-674df1b096a52"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='212418' first='Kacie' last='Townsend'] is an elite outside hitter looking to make a big impact in July's All-State match. Kacie is particularly notable for her heavy arm and placement skills. Kacie does a fabulous job adjusting to out-of-system sets and places the ball well. She reads the game well and places the ball strategically. She has a heavy arm and rips on the ball giving defenders minimal time to read and adjust. Kacie is also an excellent blocker. She is aware of where opposing hitters are at all times allowing her to track and get up timely on defense. It is rare to see an outside hitter at this level able to get up and block well when also having offensive duties in mind. Kacie is a must-watch for the upcoming All-State match. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["212417"],"_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-674df1b096acf"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='212417' first='Addison' last='Dale'] is what we call a utility attacker. Addison has seen playing time in all three front-row positions (RS, OH, and MB). Her ability to adapt and move from spot to spot makes her a top recruit for this class. As primarily a right-side attacker, Addison uses her deep toolbox to pull out kills. She has a nasty line shot that tends to find the court. Addison also loves to play off the block, tooling them to her advantage, or even knowing when to tip into the block to recycle and find another in-system play. We cannot wait to see where the All-State team decides to place her talents for their upcoming game!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- 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":"Jaidyn Reid","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2025","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"5'10u0022","_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":"Bethany High School","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"[program_tooltip program_id='505790' first='Oklahoma' last='Peak Performance']","_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-674df1b096b71"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>Jaidyn Reid</strong> also has experience on both the RS and OH. Jaidyn has a high reach and bouncy jump helping her get on top of the ball and swing over opposing blockers. She uses her sharp cross shot to her advantage and plays around with the right-back defender teasing deep and short. Jaidyn is very athletic, allowing her to transition off the net quickly and make herself an out-of-system option for her setters. On the outside, Jaidyn runs a quicker set and beats the blockers up which sets her up well for kills. Once she gets in the air, she has her pick of shots because of her speed and verticle. Jaidyn will surely set her team up well for success come July. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- 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":"Isabelle Harper","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2025","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"5'11u0022","_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":"Christian Heritage Academy","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"Oklahoma Charge Volleyball Club","_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-674df1b096cb3"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>Isabelle Harper</strong> is a standout outside hitter who is poised to leave her mark on the upcoming All-State game. Isabelle is known for her court awareness and versatility. She thrives under pressure and delivers in crucial moments of the game. What sets her out is her strategic approach to attacking. Her swings are unpredictable because she reads the defense well and adjusts accordingly. While she may not walk away with the most memorable 10-foot line kills, she leaves her mark by keeping defenders on their toes with her adaptability. Isabelle Harper is undoubtedly one to watch in the All-State match. Her combination of precision and intelligence makes her a dynamic attacker ready to showcase her skills. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- 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":"Natalie Neasbitt","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2025","_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":"Tuttle 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-67538f95592d3"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>One thing we know by now is that the Small West team is stacked with pin-hitter talent. <strong>Natalie Neasbitt</strong> is no exception to this heavy lineup. Natalie's consistency is what makes her stand out. As a six-rotation standout, Natalie can contribute all around the court. Her teams frequently set her on a backrow attack giving the opposing defense no breaks in rotation against Natalie. Whether she's attacking cross-court from the front row or launching devastating back-row hits, her ability to score from anywhere on the court keeps defenders guessing. Natalie also brings strong defensive abilities and helps her team keep the ball alive in chaotic plays. Natalie is effective on the outside with her pass-to-attack abilities and she will be a fun one to watch come July!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Stay tuned for more articles on Oklahoma's All-State Teams! If you have anyone we should watch, please e-mail me at abisnailjoy@gmail.com. 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