Login Subscribe
    • Players/Parents
    • College Coaches
  • Arkansas
    California
    Colorado
    Dakotas
    Florida
    Georgia
    Illinois
    Indiana
    Iowa
    Kansas
    Kentucky
    Michigan
    Minnesota
    Missouri
    National
    Nebraska
    Nevada
    New Jersey
    Ohio
    Oklahoma
    Oregon
    Texas
    Virginia
    Washington
    Wisconsin
  • Loading...
  • Showcases
    • Stock Up Showcases Stock Up Showcases
    • Sophomore ID Camps Sophomore ID Camps
    • Freshman Showcases Freshman Showcases
    • Up Next Showcases Up Next Showcases
    Tournaments
    • 2026 Tournaments 2026 Tournaments
    About Our Events
  • Prep Dig for
    • Players
    • Parents
    • Club Coaches
    • High School Coaches
    • College Coaches
    • Fans
    View All Features
    • Coverage Access Prep Dig articles year-round without ads.
    • Rankings See how players stack up across the country.
    • Player Profiles Build your own profile and join the Prep Dig database.
    • Coach Views Get notified when a college coach views your profile.
    • Profile Trends Track your Player Profile views over time.
    • Recruiting Tasks Stay on-track in the recruiting process
    • Recruiting Dashboard All your recruiting tools in a single place.
    • College Match Recommends colleges that match with your profile.
    • Coach Contacts Contact any program in the country.
    • Event Credits Save $25 on all Prep Dig showcases.
    • Recruiting Tips Become an expert on the recruiting process.
    • College Email Template Send customized emails directly to college coaches.
    • Scouts
    • How We Rank
    • Reviews
    • About Us
  • Minnesota
  • Rankings
    • How We Rank

    • Archived Rankings

    • 2026 Rankings

    • 2027 Rankings

    • 2028 Watch List

  • Club Programs
  • Player Database
  • Scouts
  • Home
  • Coverage
      Arkansas
      California
      Colorado
      Dakotas
      Florida
      Georgia
      Illinois
      Indiana
      Iowa
      Kansas
      Kentucky
      Michigan
      Minnesota
      Missouri
      National
      Nebraska
      Nevada
      New Jersey
      Ohio
      Oklahoma
      Oregon
      Texas
      Virginia
      Washington
      Wisconsin
  • Events
      Showcases
      • Stock Up Showcases Stock Up Showcases
      • Sophomore ID Camps Sophomore ID Camps
      • Freshman Showcases Freshman Showcases
      • Up Next Showcases Up Next Showcases
      Tournaments
      • 2026 Tournaments 2026 Tournaments
      About Our Events
  • Rankings
      Loading...
  • Features
      Prep Dig for
      • Players
      • Parents
      • Club Coaches
      • High School Coaches
      • College Coaches
      • Fans
      View All Features
      • Coverage Access Prep Dig articles year-round without ads.
      • Rankings See how players stack up across the country.
      • Player Profiles Build your own profile and join the Prep Dig database.
      • Coach Views Get notified when a college coach views your profile.
      • Profile Trends Track your Player Profile views over time.
      • Recruiting Tasks Stay on-track in the recruiting process
      • Recruiting Dashboard All your recruiting tools in a single place.
      • College Match Recommends colleges that match with your profile.
      • Coach Contacts Contact any program in the country.
      • Event Credits Save $25 on all Prep Dig showcases.
      • Recruiting Tips Become an expert on the recruiting process.
      • College Email Template Send customized emails directly to college coaches.
  • About Us
      • Scouts
      • How We Rank
      • Reviews
      • About Us
  • Support
Login Subscribe

Talented Titans To Follow

Talented Titans To Follow
Breit Nelson
Breit Nelson December 22, 2024 @ 10:04 PM
Facebook
X (Formerly Twitter)

In this article:

Emma Hanson
Emma Hanson 6'2" | MB | 2026
MN
Payton Gravelle
Payton Gravelle 5'11" | MB | 2027
MN
Marisa Michaelis
Marisa Michaelis 6'1" | RS/S | 2026
MN
Lauren Bunge
Lauren Bunge 6'1" | MB | 2027
MN
Liv Myhre
Liv Myhre 6'2" | MB | 2025
MN
<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>It's been a while since we've taken a look at some of the really tall talent that's growing in Minnesota. Height and length is an advantage that can't be taught or gained with hard work. Height can add an extra level of physicality that can make a big difference in a match whether on defense or offense. Here are some imposing athletes who can intimidate on the front line.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["194732"],"_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-6726aae20f011"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Myhre was a huge utility player for Caledonia this season as I think I saw her taking swings from all across the net this past fall. Her club and high school experience have proven invaluable. Myhre made an impact no matter where she was on the net. She provides length and physicality at the net for any squad to thrive.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["447964"],"_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-673007eddf1b3"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Gravelle is not only versatile in the front row but the back row as well. I got to see her play both wing defensive positions this fall which isn't something you normally see from a middle. I think with the right pieces around her should could have a breakout club season. She hits a gnarly slide but also takes a great approach from either pin or out of the middle. Gravelle has a physical presence that will put her among some top 16's talent.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["500964"],"_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-673007eddf1ff"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Hanson immediately pulled attention when she took a monster rip on a fast outside ball out of serve receive while at the Class AA Showcase. She's also one of those middles that will head back to the service line and do some damage with a solid float serve. Hanson can swing with a heavy arm or bounce the ball off the blocker's hands to get the job done.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["401559"],"_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-674f8593b14b3"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Michaelis has been an impact player on every team she has played on over the past year. She sets a big block and made herself an asset as a setter this year to help her team make another run to the X. As an attacker she takes smart shots including a tip that goes just over the block, uses the block, and she knows how to mix things up to keep the defense guessing.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["396876"],"_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-6768e128201c6"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Bunge is a really explosive attacker who makes a big difference in a match. She has a wicked serve with a lot of movement that passers struggle with. Bunge is well on her way to being an elite middle in the class of 2027.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->

It's been a while since we've taken a look at some of the really tall talent that's growing in Minnesota. Height and length is an advantage that can't be taught or gained with hard work. Height can add an extra level of physicality that can make a big difference in a match whether on defense or offense. Here are some imposing athletes who can intimidate on the front line.

Winona State
Liv Myhre

Liv Myhre

MN
MB
HEIGHT 6'2"
POS MB
CLASS 2025
View Player
​
Liv
Myhre MB
Class
2025
Height
6'2"
HS
Caledonia
|
MN
Talented Titans To Follow
Myhre was a huge utility player for Caledonia this season as I think I saw her taking swings...
Written by Breit Nelson
Winona State
Read more at PrepDig.com
Prep Dig

Liv Myhre

Instagram
State: Minnesota
School: Caledonia
Club: Southern Minnesota Volleyball
Subscribe below to view this player's evaluation
Payton Gravelle

Payton Gravelle

MN
MB
HEIGHT 5'11"
POS MB
CLASS 2027
View Player
​
Payton
Gravelle MB
Class
2027
Height
5'11"
HS
Wadena Deer Creek
|
MN
Talented Titans To Follow
Gravelle is not only versatile in the front row but the back row as well. I got to...
Written by Breit Nelson
Read more at PrepDig.com
Prep Dig

Payton Gravelle

Instagram
State: Minnesota
School: Wadena Deer Creek
Club: Sanford Sports Academy Fargo
Subscribe below to view this player's evaluation

Highlights

Emma Hanson

Emma Hanson

MN
MB
HEIGHT 6'2"
POS MB
CLASS 2026
View Player
​
Emma
Hanson MB
Class
2026
Height
6'2"
HS
Chaska
|
MN
Talented Titans To Follow
Hanson immediately pulled attention when she took a monster rip on a fast outside ball out of serve...
Written by Breit Nelson
Read more at PrepDig.com
Prep Dig

Emma Hanson

State: Minnesota
School: Chaska
Club: Mizuno M1 Minnesota One Volleyball
Subscribe below to view this player's evaluation

Highlights

South Dakota State
Marisa Michaelis

Marisa Michaelis

MN
RS/S
HEIGHT 6'1"
POS RS/S
CLASS 2026
View Player
​
Marisa
Michaelis RS/S
Class
2026
Height
6'1"
HS
New Life Academy
|
MN
Talented Titans To Follow
Michaelis has been an impact player on every team she has played on over the past year. She...
Written by Breit Nelson
South Dakota State
Read more at PrepDig.com
Prep Dig

Marisa Michaelis

State: Minnesota
School: New Life Academy
Club: Minnesota Select Volleyball Club
Subscribe below to view this player's evaluation

Highlights

Lauren Bunge

Lauren Bunge

MN
MB
HEIGHT 6'1"
POS MB
CLASS 2027
View Player
​
Lauren
Bunge MB
Class
2027
Height
6'1"
HS
East Ridge
|
MN
Talented Titans To Follow
Bunge is a really explosive attacker who makes a big difference in a match. She has a wicked...
Written by Breit Nelson
Read more at PrepDig.com
Prep Dig

Lauren Bunge

State: Minnesota
School: East Ridge
Club: Mizuno Northern Lights
Subscribe below to view this player's evaluation

Highlights

Prep Dig

Access all of Prep Dig

Continue reading this article and more.

Continue Reading
Already a subscriber? Log in

Rankings

268 Players Ranked

  • 1
    Elena Hoecke

    Elena Hoecke

    Centennial

    Minnesota
  • 2
    Hayden Reeder

    Hayden Reeder

    Anoka

    Arizona
  • 3
    Sidney Burley

    Sidney Burley

    Prior Lake

    Kentucky
  • 4
    Rayna Christianson

    Rayna Christianson

    Lakeville North

    Creighton
  • 5
    Romi Chlebecek

    Romi Chlebecek

    Lakeville South

    Denver
View Full Rankings

Related Articles

  • High School News: Players Who Can Change the Game

    High School News: Players Who Can Change the Game

    Theresa Hickman • August 19

  • On Our Radar: High School Volleyball Players to Watch This Season

    On Our Radar: High School Volleyball Players to Watch This Season

    Theresa Hickman • August 11

  • MN High School News: Outside Hitters Ready to Make Noise

    MN High School News: Outside Hitters Ready to Make Noise

    Theresa Hickman • August 9

  • Dominant Pins from the Freshman Showcase

    Dominant Pins from the Freshman Showcase

    Breit Nelson • August 6

  • MN Stock Up: Uncommitted Playmakers Who Put in the Work

    MN Stock Up: Uncommitted Playmakers Who Put in the Work

    Theresa Hickman • August 6

Follow Us

  • prepdig

    Prep Dig

    @prepdig

  • Breit Nelson

    Breit Nelson

    @BreitNelson

Loading...
Home Minnesota Talented Titans To Follow

Prep Network

  • Prep Dig
  • Prep Girls Hoops
  • Prep Hoops
  • Prep Lacrosse
  • Prep Redzone
  • Prep Soccer
  • Prep Softball

Company

  • News
  • About
  • Careers
  • Store
  • Partner Interest Form

Resources

  • Terms of Service
  • Privacy Policy
  • Accessibility
  • Cookie Policy
  • Recruiting Tips
  • Student Loan Resources
  • College Scholarship Search

Support

  • My Account
  • Contact
  • Sitemap

© 2025 Prep Dig. All rights reserved.