SoCal Top 250 Expo Middles We Can’t Stop Talking About – Pt. 2

Prepdig Nevada may not have been on-site, but we were fully tuned into the recent SoCal Top 250 Expo LIVE through BallerTV. This event brought out a very impressive group of talented athletes, and it was a privilege to watch them crush our fast-paced drills and team competitions. Even from a distance, I could feel the energy through the screen as many high-IQ middle blockers demonstrated exceptional skills across the 2025-2029 classes. Quick arm swings, high energy, impressive verticals, and powerful blocks were recurring themes throughout the showcase for the following middles.   <a href="https://prepdig.com/2024/12/socal-top-250-expo-middles-we-cant-stop-talking-about-pt-1/">Check out the middles we couldn't stop talking about - part 1 here</a>    Whitney has some seriously insane reach and can make even the toughest sets work in her favor. No matter how challenging the pass, she goes all in, always ready to follow the setter and seize the opportunity for a quick, powerful kill. Her ability to get up high is a huge advantage, allowing her to easily hit over blockers and rack up kills without breaking a sweat. She combines her high reach with a swing that packs a punch, hitting deep left and right corners on her opponent's side of the court with precision. The junior did a great job of quickly transitioning off the net, keeping herself available to attack with a quick set or a three-ball.   Her performance at the showcase was so impressive that PrepdigCA recognized her as a top performing middle <a href="https://prepdig.com/2024/12/middles-make-their-mark-at-socal-prepdig-top250-showcase/">here</a> and she definitely earned that spot. Whitney's skills are hard to ignore, and with her consistent hard work and talent, there's no telling just how far she'll go. --Kantessa @lasvegasvbanalyst @prepdignv     Aaryn really impressed everyone with her ability to crush shots to the ten-foot line during hitting drills. Her vertical jump is amazing, and she showed some insane hangtime that made it clear she's got serious athleticism. Her swing is not only powerful but also quick, which allowed her to consistently beat blockers throughout the showcase. She racked up a ton of kills and even got in on the action with a few big blocks during the team competitions. When it came to overpasses, Aaryn made them look effortless—using a quick snap of the wrist or a swift swipe to the left or right for an easy kill.   It's hard to believe that Hunter is only a freshman considering how developed her skills are already. She plays with the kind of precision and poise you usually see in older, more experienced players. Based on the level of play she showed at the showcase, Aaryn is going to be an absolute force to be reckoned with during club season. I can't wait to see how she continues to grow and make an impact on the court!. --Kantessa @lasvegasvbanalyst @prepdignv     Trinity made a huge impact right from the start, absolutely crushing it during hitting drills. She has an incredible ability to get above the ball and swing with speed, sending it flying straight down. Her timing is spot on — she knows how to meet the ball at the highest point and works perfectly with her setters to make sure she is available for attacks nearly every play. Besides her bright pink shorts being a standout, she carried the same momentum from hitting drills into team competitions. She was able to rack up some impressive kills, showing everyone what she's made of.   Forza 1 is definitely lucky to have such a talented player on their 15s team, and we're all excited to see what she brings during the club season. We know she's going to be a force to be reckoned with on the court! --Kantessa @lasvegasvbanalyst @prepdignv     This freshman really made a name for herself with her impressive high reach and lightning-fast swing. When she steps up to attack, she opens up completely to the setter, giving herself a wide range of attack options on the court. She absolutely dominated during drills, and it didn't take long for her to catch my attention and make it onto my watchlist. Once blockers were introduced during team competitions, she wasted no time making her mark, delivering big kills and showing off her quick transitions at the net.   At 6'0”, this young player already has a serious physical advantage, and she makes the most of it on every play. Her potential is through the roof, and she's just getting started. With so much talent and room to grow, there's no doubt we'll be hearing a lot more about this athlete over the next three years. Her future is incredibly bright, and it's exciting to see where her journey takes her. --Kantessa @lasvegasvbanalyst @prepdignv     Amaya was one of the freshmen in the building who really brought the heat and wasn't afraid to compete hard against upperclassmen. From the moment she stepped onto the court, her strong approach and swing immediately caught my attention. She has an incredible ability to time her approach just right, which allows her to contact the ball at the highest point and smash the ball with serious power. Whether it was during drills or team competitions, Amaya consistently powered through blockers and found ways to hit around them with ease.   At 6'1", she naturally fits the middle position, but her height isn't the only thing that sets her apart—it's her overall game, especially at such a young age. Her understanding of the game, combined with her skillset, is a recipe that has made her a very advanced player. She was a total standout throughout the showcase, and I have no doubt that we'll be hearing a lot more about her in the future. --Kantessa @lasvegasvbanalyst @prepdignv     Alyssa had some great blocks during the six-on-six competitions that our scouts couldn't help but notice! I wouldn't be surprised if she tallied the most blocks at the event, both solo and assisted. On the offensive side of things, Alyssa was just as impressive. Even when the sets weren't perfect, she knew how to make it work. One of her go-to moves was using a smart power tip off the blockers' hands, turning what could've been a missed opportunity into an easy kill. But when she does get a solid set, watch out—because she has no problem hammering the ball straight to the ten-foot line with power and precision.   Pino was a great player to watch at the showcase and is poised for a standout club season. With her elite combination of blocking and hitting skills, there's no doubt that college coaches should have or be adding her to their radar. She's got all the tools to make an impact at the next level, and I can't wait to see where she goes from here! --Kantessa @lasvegasvbanalyst @prepdignv    <h3 class="wp-block-heading">We are grateful for all of the talented players that attended this event. 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Prepdig Nevada may not have been on-site, but we were fully tuned into the recent SoCal Top 250 Expo LIVE through BallerTV. This event brought out a very impressive group of talented athletes, and it was a privilege to watch them crush our fast-paced drills and team competitions. Even from a distance, I could feel the energy through the screen as many high-IQ middle blockers demonstrated exceptional skills across the 2025-2029 classes. Quick arm swings, high energy, impressive verticals, and powerful blocks were recurring themes throughout the showcase for the following middles.