Tagged Nevada Players to Watch at Red Rock Rave – Pin Hitters

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Bidding season is in full swing! Top volleyball players from all over are coming together this weekend for the first session of the Red Rock Rave. With a spot at the USA Volleyball Girls National Championship in Dallas on the line, the competition is going to be next-level. Teams will go head-to-head in some intense matchups, all fighting for a shot at one of the biggest stages in the sport.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>But beyond the team battles, certain players have already caught the eyes of fans, parents, and coaches, athletes whose talent, work ethic, and game-changing abilities deserve a spotlight before they even take the court. These competitors, tagged by their peers and supporters as must-watch players, aren't just showing up, they're stepping in ready to turn up the heat and leave their mark on this unmissable event.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><em>Check out the following pin hitters we will be checking out…</em></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["547212"],"_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-67d45d77ee12f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='547212' first='Grace' last='Passalacqua'] is a 5'7” sophomore who plays for Red Hots VBC 16U and serves as the team's Assistant Captain. As a middle blocker with experience as an outside hitter, she excels at power tips, killing overpasses, hitting deep corners, and blocking effectively. Grace maintains a 4.125 GPA and plays high school volleyball at Arbor View High School, showcasing her strong skills both on and off the court. -- Kantessa Bryant-Miller @prepdignv</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["707748"],"_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-67d45d77ee1b4"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Tayla is a 5'9” outside hitter with serious firepower. She plays high school volleyball at Cimarron-Memorial and competes with Wildcats Elite 18 for club, where she's helped her team win multiple tournaments this season. Known for her explosive hits and a killer line shot, she keeps defenders on their toes—if they're not careful, they might just get hit! Tayla's dominance on the court earned her First Team All-Conference honors in the 4A Sky League. -- Kantessa Bryant-Miller @prepdignv</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["721973"],"_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-67d45d77ee201"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Ella is a 2027 outside hitter plays for Nectr 16U, wearing jersey #12. Known for her versatility, The sophomore can hit from anywhere on the front row, making her a key offensive weapon for her team. In recent weeks, she has been playing middle and killing it. In addition to her attacking skills, she's a reliable passer, always helping to set up her teammates for success. Her ability to contribute in multiple areas of the game makes her an exciting and valuable player to watch on the court. -- Kantessa Bryant-Miller @prepdignv</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["575250"],"_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-67d45d77ee24b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Constanze is a 5'7” sophomore at Las Vegas High School, where she plays varsity volleyball. She also plays for [program_tooltip program_id='636812' first='Vegas' last='United'] 16 Black, wearing jersey #55, and excels both as a middle hitter and outside hitter. Active and eager to get set, Constanze plays sand volleyball with Las Vegas Beach Volleyball, which has boosted her athleticism and vertical. She's known for destroying overpasses, running quick and versatile middle attacks, and, most importantly, her passion for the game shines through every time she steps on the court. -- Kantessa Bryant-Miller @prepdignv</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Abigail Bunyan","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2029","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"6'0u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"32564","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Faith Lutheran","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"BBVC LV 15","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-67d45d77ee2fa"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">This eighth grader is different! The pin is currently playing up on the 15s team and holding her own. She dominates on the front row with big kills, shuts down overpasses and boasts a nice float serve. Playing with the older team this year is definitely going to give her a big edge for the upcoming high school season. Coaches, make sure to get this name on your radar now! -- Kantessa Bryant-Miller @prepdignv</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["721981"],"_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-67d45d77ee34b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Iyanna stands at 5'9” and plays primarily outside hitter and oppo hitter as needed. She's a sophomore at Centennial High School and plays club volleyball for [program_tooltip program_id='636812' first='Vegas' last='United'] 16 Black. Known for her strong hitting, energetic playstyle, and impressive wrist snap, she's a true playmaker on the court. Whether it's at the net or in the back row, Iyanna's versatility shines as a six-rotation player. -- Kantessa Bryant-Miller @prepdignv</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["535990"],"_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-67d45d77ee39a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Kianna is a 5'7" sophomore at Liberty High School, where she plays as a dynamic pin hitter. Whether it's outside or opposite, Kianna proves she can dominate both positions. She currently plays club with Top Flight Volleyball Academy 16 National Black, rocking jersey #12. The 4.0 GPA student is known for her powerful hitting, impressive vertical, and explosive arm swing, Kianna's approach to the game is on point. She's a versatile player who can hit from almost any front-row position, including middle, making her a real force on the court. -- Kantessa Bryant-Miller @prepdignv</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["604543"],"_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-67d45d77ee3e2"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Aniyah is a 5'4” freshman with an incredible vertical and a powerful swing. Playing outside hitter for Nectr 16s, she's an exciting player to watch, with her attacks often leading to kills that fire up her team. She's also solid in the back row, handling serve receive and defense with ease. Aniyah is quickly making a name for herself as one of the strongest hitters in the class of 2028. She's definitely on my radar, and I can't wait to see more of her in action. -- Kantessa Bryant-Miller @prepdignv</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"[player_tooltip player_id='759904' first='Kaydyn' last='Rutledge']","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2028","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"5'5u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"32564","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Mojave High School","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"Nectr 15s Alana","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-67d45d77ee4ac"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Kaydyn is a 5'5” freshman at Mojave High School and plays club volleyball for NECTR Volleyball Club 15's Alana, wearing jersey #17. As an outside hitter, she's known for hitting through holes, delivering a strong float serve, and excelling at power tipping. Kaydyn plays all six rotations and maintains a 4.0 GPA, showing off her versatility both on and off the court. -- Kantessa Bryant-Miller @prepdignv</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"[player_tooltip player_id='759906' first='Haleigh' last='Aceves']","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2027","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"null","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"32564","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"Red Hots VBC 16","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-67d50ce1cdffa"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Haleigh is a dynamic pin hitter for Red Hots Volleyball Club 16 and Shadow Ridge High School, where she wears #24. With a powerful swing and smart shot selection, she's a constant offensive threat. Whether attacking from the outside or right side, the sophomore  brings energy, versatility, and a competitive edge to every match.<br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><br><br>Boost your exposure with Prep Dig Nevada</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Attend an upcoming showcase – June 21, 2025 (Registration opens soon –&nbsp;<a href="https://prepdig.com/events/?type=Showcase">prepdig.com/events</a>)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Follow/Tag/Collab with us on Instagram&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/prepdignv?igsh=MWNqc3lrc2huZzZxcA%3D%3D&amp;utm_source=qr"><strong>@prepdignv</strong></a>&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Claim your FREE PrepDig player profile&nbsp;<a href="https://prepdig.com/prospect-index/">here</a>.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->