Meet Kinkaid's Rising Volleyball Talents: Class of 2028

The Kinkaid School's volleyball program has been in the rebuilding stages of becoming a powerhouse in the Houston area, and the Class of 2028 is set to contribute to this legacy of excellence. In 2023, the Kinkaid Girl's Volleyball program was taken over by a new coaching staff to help rebuild the program. The head of the program, Mary Grosjean, spent her first year developing the girls that were already in the program, along with preparing the girls coming up through the middle school pipeline. In this article, we spotlight five rising stars who have already made significant impacts during their freshman season to the program. These young athletes have demonstrated exceptional skill, versatility, and potential, setting the stage for what promises to be an exciting four-year journey in high school volleyball.    Taylor entered her freshman season at The Kinkaid School after winning the USAV Nationals with her Skyline 13 Royal team. She really stood out. She transitioned from a MB to an outside hitter for Kinkaid's varsity. She led in kills, digs, aces, and receptions for the season. Taylor ended her first varsity season with an impressive 58 aces. She also achieved 229 digs and 351 receptions. Additionally, she recorded 211 kills, all within her first season. Looking forward to what this club season has in store for her.       Penelope was a very versatile player for Kinkaid's varsity this season. She played in the outside, middle, and opposite positions. She is a smart athlete. She is strategic and very crafty. She helps put points on the board when her team needs it the most. Penelope ended her first high school season with 6 kills, 6 blocks, and 14 digs.       Parker is an athlete I think a lot of people should look out for. She is a left handed outside hitter that can really put the ball away. Her freshman season was unfortunately cut short due to an injury. However, she still left a mark on her first high school season. While only playing 16 out of 28 sets she still lead her team in kills for the season with 32. Parker also ended her freshman season with 9 aces, 25 digs, and 33 receptions. She is fully recovered and ready to go for club season, and I can't wait to see what she does.      I can see that Maya is going to be a resounding athlete. She began her freshman season as an opposite hitter. She quickly adapted to a new position where she was needed. She successfully ran a 5-1 rotation as a lefty setter. She managed to run the offense and be the offense. Maya was the leading scorer for her team and got multiple kills from attacking the second ball. Maya ended her first high school season with 86 assist, 36 aces, 48 digs, and 23 kills.      Cate has a towering presence that intimidates her opponents, often leaving them hesitant and uncertain on the court. She has an incredible ability to find the ball in high-pressure situations. She is remarkably effective at shutting down the attack from opposing teams. The season concluded with her impressive tally of 25 blocks. This is a testament to her defensive skills, but that's not all she's good for. In addition to her blocking prowess, she also tallied 24 aces. This demonstrates her powerful serve. It keeps opponents on their toes. Furthermore, her offensive contributions cannot be overlooked; she managed to score 19 kills, showcasing her aggressive style of play. Cate has 9 digs under her belt. She has proven herself to be a well-rounded player. She significantly impacts every aspect of the game and benefits her team greatly.     From Taylor Moore's impressive transition to outside hitter to Maya Fadulu's adaptability as a setter, each player brings unique strengths to the court. Cate Stewart's towering presence as a middle blocker, Parker Johnson's powerful left-handed attacks, and Penelope Tsao's versatility across multiple positions round out this talented group. As we delve into their individual accomplishments and potential, it becomes clear that the future of Kinkaid volleyball is in capable hands.

The Kinkaid School's volleyball program has been in the rebuilding stages of becoming a powerhouse in the Houston area, and the Class of 2028 is set to contribute to this legacy of excellence. In 2023, the Kinkaid Girl's Volleyball program was taken over by a new coaching staff to help rebuild the program. The head of the program, Mary Grosjean, spent her first year developing the girls that were already in the program, along with preparing the girls coming up through the middle school pipeline. In this article, we spotlight five rising stars who have already made significant impacts during their freshman season to the program. These young athletes have demonstrated exceptional skill, versatility, and potential, setting the stage for what promises to be an exciting four-year journey in high school volleyball.