Rankings Update: Breaking Down the Top 2027 Pin Hitters

<p>The outside hitters in the class of 2027 are developing into lethal offensive weapons. They are powerful and athletic while also being well-rounded and consistent in the back row as well. Let's take a look at the top outside hitters, including some of the top-ranked players, stock risers, names to know, and watchlist names to know.</p>    <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Top Ranked</h2>    <p class="text-gray-700">Aubrey is not only a stand-out athlete in all of the obvious ways including her raw talent, power, and consistency, but also in many spots that are harder to notice as well. Aubrey has a volleyball IQ that is sky-high and can take on a very heavy load in serve receive. Her footwork in pass-to-attack is lightning-fast, and she can terminate across the net. Aubrey was a First-Team All-State selection and helped her team to a State Runner-Up finish. </p>     <p class="text-gray-700">Amelie is a dynamite athlete who dominates any court she is on. She is a high-level defender and serve receiver and has a lethal swing out of the back row. When she is in the front row, she is smart, explosive, and effective. Amelie's volleyball IQ is through the roof, and she shows no signs of slowing down. Amelie was All-State Honorable Mention for her efforts during the high school season. </p>     <p class="text-gray-700">Lucy is an absolute powerhouse who I cannot wait to see continue to play at a high level. Her passing has improved tremendously even in the last year, and she is one of the most lethal pins in the state. Lucy was an All-State Honorable Mention selection this year and gained a lot of leadership as a reliable go-to player for Oconto Falls. Lucy is aggressive and fearless in her play. </p>     <p class="text-gray-700">Abigail is incredibly dynamic. She can get the job done on either pin and has the potential to be one of the most lethal yet consistent 6-rotation athletes in this class. She has a high contact, is disciplined on the court, and has great court awareness. Abigail never misses a beat on the court and improves in leaps and bounds every time I see her play. Her focus and competitiveness are clear. I had the opportunity to see her at the Top 250 Expo recently,y where she was incredibly impressive. Abigail was selected for All-State Honorable Mention this season. </p>     <p class="text-gray-700">Lauren is a player I cannot wait to see continue to impress. She has a high vertical and explosive approach. Her intangibles are equally as impressive as her physical skill, and she is a go-to player who consistently takes on leadership roles. Lauren plays like she has springs in her shoes and makes great split-second decisions with her shot selections. She makes impactful on-court adjustments that help her teams in competitive matches.</p>    <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Stock Risers</h2>    <p class="text-gray-700">Lauren is a powerhouse pin on the rise. She earned All-State Honorable Mention honors and shows no signs of slowing down. Lauren participated in our Top 250 Expo last weekend and was dominant from start to finish. She has a high volleyball IQ and is a very physical player in the front row. Her potential is sky-high, and she will only continue to impress. </p>     <p class="text-gray-700">Charlotte really exploded onto the scene last year. After a huge 15s club season, she went on to be a key part of the Oconomowoc squad this high school season. Now, she is primed to continue her dominance as the club season starts again. Charlotte is a powerhouse pin who is a solid blocker and dominates on the right side. She is dynamic enough to play across the net and fill multiple roles. </p>     <p class="text-gray-700">Ava is one of the most well-rounded and explosive pins in this class. She is dependable and fearless on the court and isn't afraid to make big plays in big moments. She proved that when she took a no-look line shot swing to win the State Championship just a few weeks ago. Her hard work and experience fuel Ava's aggressiveness, and she is an electric player to watch live. Ava earned 1st Team All-State Honors and All-Tournament Team honors. </p>    <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Names to Know</h2>    <p class="text-gray-700">Alexis is an explosive pin who is reliable and incredibly smart. She has a deep toolbox of shots in both the front and back row and is a reliable force. Alexis is another player who was a huge leader throughout the state tournament. She earned 1st Team All-State and All-Tournament Team honors and was a key player in her team's state championship run. As a lefty, Alexis is tough to block and makes a really dynamic pin. She is a great passer as well and is a talented all-around player. </p>     <p class="text-gray-700">Paige has a huge impact on every team she plays on. She is the type of player who steps up when her team needs her most and can consistently play at a high level. Her ability to manufacture points is impressive, and she does a lot as a defender and serve receiver, too. She has great court awareness and rarely makes the same mistake twice. </p>     <p class="text-gray-700">When Natalie gets going, she is absolutely explosive. She can take massive rips on the pin and has a very high contact point. She is fearless at the net and adjusts very well in out-of-system situations. She impressed at the Top 250 Expo last weekend, and it was great to see her outside of the school or club world. Natalie could have a breakthrough club season this year - her physicality and court awareness have really elevated her game. </p>     <p class="text-gray-700">Carly is a game-changer on the court. She mixes up her shots incredibly well and is impressive to watch pick apart opposing defenses. She has a huge vertical and great court vision. Carly makes smart choices and can consistently execute. She isn't afraid to use off-speed shots to earn points. </p>    <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Watchlist Names to Know</h2>    <p class="text-gray-700">Alianna is a pin hitter with a lot of upsides. She is very aggressive and fearless at the net. Even against a big block, she doesn't hesitate to take a swing and try to find the high hands or a seam. Alianna has solid fundamentals and can be a big contributor from the service line and as a defender as well. She is a player to watch as we enter the club season. </p>     <p class="text-gray-700">Teresa is a player with an insane amount of potential. She has a lot of raw talent and really impressed me the times I have seen her play. She has a high vertical and a high contact on the ball. Where Teresa really makes a differences is her effort and attitude on the court. </p>

The outside hitters in the class of 2027 are developing into lethal offensive weapons. They are powerful and athletic while also being well-rounded and consistent in the back row as well. Let's take a look at the top outside hitters, including some of the top-ranked players, stock risers, names to know, and watchlist names to know.