Five Risers in the 2026 Rankings

<!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["403527"],"_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-676a27c1dfec1"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Pike (*pictured) had a terrific 2024 high school season as Anthony Wayne fell just short of a DII state title losing in five sets in the championship match. In that final contest, the 1st team all-Ohio selection earned a team and season high 30 kills on a .438 efficiency to go along with six aces and two blocks. She had 465 total kills on the season for a 5.6 k/s average. The Ball State commit has elevated everything about her game since as she looks more assertive and confident in her ability to score around her setter. She will once again be with Toledo VC with their top 17U team this club season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["227630"],"_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-676a27c1dff08"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">The Maryland commit has now earned over 1,400 total kills for Lexington with another season averaging over 6.0 k/s. With 527 total kills in 2024, she was much more effective and efficient at a career high .466. Her length on the pin is a huge advantage at this level as she uses her reach well to score. She can swing for power or control and finesse to keep defenses off balance. A 1st team all-Ohio honoree in DIV, Brown will play her club ball this season for Mintonette's top 17U team</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["403533"],"_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-676a27c1dff4c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">The Blue Devils finished 25-4 overall as Wilson led their offense at 4.0 k/s. Just shy of 900 total career kills for Independence, she had a career best outing with 341 total kills on a 54% termination rate. At 6'0, Wilson is equally effective at both pins, which earned her a 3rd team all-Ohio honor in DVI. She moves well slow to fast in her approach work to get herself to solid contact at the peak of her jump. The Bowling Green State commit helps make up a solid offense for AVC's top 17U team.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["227616"],"_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-676a27c1dff8f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">An ECC 2nd team all-league selection, Nichols had a solid varsity season for Loveland. She finished fourth in the league offensively with career best numbers. Through a total of 314 total kills, she led Loveland at 3.5 k/s as the Tigers finished 2nd in conference play at 22-5 overall. The 5'11 pin hitter has good arm speed in the air that can generate a lot of pace. She was utilized in a variety of ways and with her vision and arm control, she could spread the ball around well upon contact. Get a look at her this club season with [program_tooltip program_id='431827' first='Elevation' last=''] 17 Conner.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["694841"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":["override_image"],"_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":735811,"_player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":"field_62f141137ead9","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-676a27c1dffe9"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Kinnell, uncommitted, recently finished her second consecutive varsity season earning over 250 total kills for Nordonia. With 267 total kills, she averaged a career best 3.0 k/s. Her 6'3 frame on the left pin is a tough match up for many net defenders in front of her. She has good mechanics to get to the ball and contact high and with good movement in her swing location. You can find her competing with a very good AVC 17 Red team this club season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->