Tour of Texas Stop #2 Top Performers Vol 3

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The conclusion of one of the biggest series of tournaments in the state of Texas happened over the weekend.  The level of talent on the courts was phenomenal once again during the second stop in Austin.  This series will be a mixture of positions who played amazing when we watched their respective matches.  Let's take a look at who stood out and earned our Top Performer award for their individual play. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["254073"],"_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-67a7f92a8c2e1"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Avery is currently ranked as the 12^2ndbest overall prospect in the 2026 Class according to our Prep Dig Texas State Rankings.  She plays volleyball at Pearland High School and plays club for the [program_tooltip program_id='745880' first='Houston' last='Stellar'] volleyball program.  Over the past few years, Miss Koonsen has proved that she can be super consistent at a very high level in all aspects of the game.  After watching her in this tournament, it is clear as day that she will be moving up in the rankings when I update them.  What stood out to me is how comfortable she is in serve receive.  There were many times where she and her libero would basically be splitting the court and passing with two players only.  For a coach to pass with only two players at this big of a tournament, they must really trust the passing ability of those players.  Her long frame and great vision is matched with some amazing ball control with her platform to deliver perfect passes to her setter.  As an attacker, she was equally impressive at the net.  Numerous times, she had to adjust her footwork to the ball in out of system plays and be able to alter her shot in order to score.  This was no issue for her at all and she was still able to aggressively attack the ball to put pressure on the opposition.  Please help us congratulate her on earning a Top Performer award from us for her play during the tournament. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["268779"],"_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-67a7f92a8c358"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Zora is currently ranked as the 41^st best overall prospect in the 2026 Class according to our Prep Dig Texas State Rankings.  She plays volleyball at Cy Ranch High School and plays club for the [program_tooltip program_id='431166' first='Houston' last='Juniors'] volleyball program.  Miss Bello has risen in our rankings over the years due to her amazing athletic ability in the setter position.  She is still producing at a very high level and this tournament was no exception.  I know all the spectators were like me in marveling at her amazing footwork as she tracked down passes and digs from her teammates.  She makes it look so effortless as she glides around the court.  One of the most awesome aspects of her setting is how she is able to push the ball all the way to the pin, especially when it is against the flow of the pass.  This is one of the hardest things to do as a setter accurately, but she makes it look so easy.  The ball floats out of her hands so smoothly and it is a great sight to see.  It is easy to see why Rice chose to offer her a roster spot in a few years.  Please help us congratulate her on earning a Top Performer award from us for her play during the tournament. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["483354"],"_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-67a7f92a8c3a2"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Aubrey is currently ranked as the 72^nd best overall prospect in the 2026 Class according to our Prep Dig Texas State Rankings.  She plays volleyball at John Paul II High School and plays club for the Dallas Skyline volleyball program.  Every single time I watch this young lady play, I am amazed at her elite skill set.  There are very few dominant middles who can take over games and Miss Easterwood is definitely one of them.  If I were an opposing coach playing her team, I would be tracking every rotation she is in because she is a primary weapon.  Her setter truly believes in Aubrey's offensive arsenal and feeds her early and often to stay aggressive against their opposition.  The tempo that she runs is pretty fast as most blockers that get matched up with her are late with their timing to try to block her.  While attacking the “thirty-one” set, what was truly remarkable is how she was able to hit the ball around the block on both sides of the court with power.  In the match I watched, she had to have above a .600 hitting percentage at the very least.  I know the Providence commit will do great things at the next level in a few years.  Please help us congratulate her on earning a Top Performer award from us for her play during the tournament. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Stay tuned for more articles on your favorite athletes.  If you have anyone you think we should watch out for, please shoot me an email with some info at <a href="mailto:Michael@prepdig.com">Michael@prepdig.com</a>.  Also don't forget to help these kids get more exposure by sharing our stories with your friends.  Help us help them by simply reposting on X or Instagram or sharing on Facebook.  Thanks for following Prep Dig Family!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->