Day 1 Recap: 7,000+ Athletes, 800+ College Coaches—Who Stood Out?

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Day 1 of the Triple Crown Volleyball National Invitational Tournament (NIT)—one of the nation's most prestigious and competitive volleyball events—kicked off in Kansas City, Missouri, bringing together over 670 teams and 7,000 athletes. With 800 college coaches in attendance, the tournament continues to solidify its reputation as a premier recruiting hub for collegiate prospects.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The energy was electric, with high-stakes rallies, clutch performances, and jaw-dropping plays filling the courts. Among the thousands of athletes competing, we captured standout moments from those who truly made an impact. Here are the players whose performances were nothing short of highlight-worthy, earning them a well-deserved spot on PrepDigCA's radar.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Devyn Northcutt #1 - Miz LB 13 Rockstar</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='501818' first='Ella' last='Garner'] #2 - City 16 Gold</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='492531' first='Maya' last='Harris'] #3 - City 16 Gold</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='547583' first='Marley' last='Bemus'] #21 - COAST 16-Luis</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='412076' first='Lauren' last='Furnald'] #6 - FORZA1 NORTH 16 ONE</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='775568' first='Sanai' last='Severloh'] #22 - FORZA1 NORTH 16 ONE</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='545345' first='Daniella' last='Marrero'] #4 - Actyve 16-Navy</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='529570' first='Nya' last='Sapp'] #8 - Actyve 16-Navy</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='550009' first='Lana' last='Frelix'] #12 - Actyve 16-Navy</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Peyton Erickson #17 - WAVE 16-Nancy</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='749980' first='Hazel' last='Gilmer'] #23 - WAVE 16-Nancy</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='701562' first='Rania' last='Brody'] #11 - Absolute 16 Black</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='569633' first='Sierra' last='Ellison'] #16 - Absolute 16 Black</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='747749' first='Lauren' last='Kasubuchi'] #3 - SG Elite 16 Roshambo</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='532638' first='Korynn' last='Mayo'] #24 - United 16 Evren</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='468094' first='Royal' last='Banducci'] #18 - Tstreet 16-Andy</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='545271' first='Ella' last='Olson'] #2 - Tstreet 16-Andy</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='492164' first='Megan' last='Hodges'] #10 - Tstreet 16-Andy</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='467596' first='Jaycee' last='Mack'] #2 - WAVE 16-Scott</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='500618' first='Ireland' last='Real'] #16 - WAVE 16-Scott</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Shelbie Humphries #12 - Tstreet LV 15-JazlynnB</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>ella Elizabeth Turcios #13 - Tstreet 15-Chandler</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='569615' first='Kate' last='De Jong'] #54 - Tstreet 15-Chandler</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='739155' first='Ashlynn' last='Proctor'] #9 - WAVE 15-Brennan</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Gabriela Flynn #8 - Miz LB 15 Rockstar</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Grace Ge #9 - Miz LB 15 Rockstar</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>As Day 1 of the Triple Crown Volleyball National Invitational Tournament (NIT) comes to a close, the level of competition has already set the bar high. These athletes delivered standout performances, showcasing the skill, grit, and determination that make this event one of the most exciting in the country. With elite talent on display and college coaches keeping a close eye, today was just the beginning of what promises to be an unforgettable tournament.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Tomorrow brings another full slate of action, and I can't wait to see who will rise to the occasion and earn their spot in the spotlight. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Stay tuned as we continue to highlight the athletes making a name for themselves at the Triple Crown NIT!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>If you enjoyed this article, please show your support by following&nbsp;<strong><a href="https://www.instagram.com/prepdigca/?hl=en">PrepDigCA</a></strong>&nbsp;and<strong>&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/coachable247/?hl=en">Coachable247</a></strong>, for exclusive content, behind-the-scenes action, and an inside look at the volleyball community you love.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Together, we're building a positive platform to celebrate players, empower families, and connect with the volleyball community. A big thank you to all of our subscribers for being an essential part of this journey. Let's keep growing the game and creating unforgettable memories.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>This journey is made possible by the village—athletes, coaches, families, and subscribers.</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Thank you for making it all possible! ~ Michelle Bamford @<a href="https://www.coachable247.com/">Coachable247</a></em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->