Six 2025 Players That Deserve Their Flowers

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>It's hard to believe that 2025 prospects are already closing in on the end of their high school volleyball careers.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>In the case of some that don't play club, that has already occurred.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>While the class had a lot of standouts, there are some really talented players that didn't quite get the adulation that their play deserved.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Here's a look at six that deserve another ovation for their talents.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='482161' first='Jordyn' last='Anderson'], S Ludington</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Anderson really was someone that would have garnered more attention if she was in one of the hotbed areas of the state. A 6'4” setter that also could play the middle our right side, she is a dynamic multi-sport athlete that can take over a match with her length and athleticism. A Nebraska-Omaha commit, she could be a dark horse to be one of the most successful college players in this class.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='604623' first='Madeline' last='Bildeaux'], MB Traverse City West</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Bildeaux was a springy middle that was one of the top players in Northern Michigan for years. She is listed at 5'11”, but played much taller and had a lot of lift off the floor. Her slide attacks and quick reactions made her someone that gave opponents a lot of trouble. Committed to Navy, Bildeaux should get a great opportunity to show what she can do in the years ahead.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='224598' first='Adelee' last='Kaiton'], OH/DS FH Eastern/MVA Rise Academy</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Kaiton flew under the radar a little bit, but she proved she was as productive of an outside in the loaded Grand Rapids area as anyone. Kaiton had big kill numbers throughout the fall, as she showed a wide range of shots speeds and attack angles. Kaiton stayed within herself and just had a great feel for the game. Currently uncommitted, it would be great to see her get a chance at the next level.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='395923' first='Caitlyn' last='Matelski'], RS Petoskey/Northshore</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Another Northern Michigan standout has been Matelski, a powerful left-handed arm that owns the right side of the net. She's got a solid vertical and is able to hang in the air to wait for the ball, delivering some potent swings. Her timing is great and she's got the ability to make some impressive defensive plays as well. Matelski will be heading to Lake Superior State, where she should bring great energy to that program.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='732205' first='Iyla' last='Weeks'], MH/OH Concord</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>One of the most dominant hitters in the prep season, Weeks was a menace for opponents in Division 4 these last two seasons. She tallied nearly 1,500 kills over her junior and senior seasons. This fall she hit over .300 in the process and was as determined as anyone on the floor. Weeks has found a college home with Spring Arbor and it'll be exciting to see what happens in her college career as she adds new dimensions to an already elite hitting arsenal.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='732257' first='Reese' last='Yonker'], MH/OH Hudsonville Unity Christian</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Yonker is a player that can be anywhere along the net, and be a high-percentage finisher. She has a unique ability to turn her swing another gear at the last moment to change its directory and leave blockers clueless. Yonker really moves the ball around well, but does so with consistent power. She's also put a lot of work into being a steady defender as well. At 6'0”, Younker has a high ceiling to further her game if given the chance.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->