Tagged Players to Watch at Red Rock Rave – DS/L & Setters

<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>   <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>   <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><em>Check out the following setters, liberos & defensive specialists…</em></h2>   <h2 class="wp-block-heading">DS/Liberos</h2>    <p class="text-gray-700">Ava is a 5'3” libero/defensive specialist that plays for NecTr VBC 16's Travel team (#19) and is a freshman at Legacy High School. She keeps a solid platform when passing has has strong defensive instincts. Additionally, she excels at reading the game, moving to the ball, and making plays with her hands. Ava isn't afraid to hit the floor to keep the ball alive, making her a reliable asset in the back row. -- Kantessa Bryant-Miller @prepdignv</p>   <figure class="wp-block-image size-large is-resized"><img src="https://prepdig.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2025/03/ava-alvaro.png?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-759620" style="width:260px;height:auto" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Photo: [player_tooltip player_id='556995' first='Ava' last='Alvaro'] @avaavaalvarovb/IG</figcaption></figure>     <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='549484' first='Dru' last='Dunlap'], a 15-year-old from Las Vegas, is a versatile volleyball player specializing in libero, defensive specialist, and setter positions. She plays for NecTr Volleyball Club, wearing jersey number 28 for the 16U team and number 3 for the 15U team. Dru has been recognized in Prep Dig's rankings, holding positions<a href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/40/"> #40</a> and<a href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/5/"> #5</a> in her respective categories. –Michelle Bamford @prepdigca @coachable247</p>     <p class="text-gray-700">Veanka, a sophomore libero, brings precision and strong technique to the court. She plays for [program_tooltip program_id='636812' first='Vegas' last='United'] 16 Black (#48) and competes on Las Vegas High School's varsity team. She does a good job of creating angles before the pass, she has a strong platform that generates solid pop on serve receive. Veanka excels at guiding the ball accurately to the setter, making her a key contributor in the back row. -- Kantessa Bryant-Miller @prepdignv </p>     <p class="text-gray-700">The 5'3” libero is in her sophomore season, currently playing for Vegas Volley 16-1. Wearing #9, she's a defensive standout with solid serve receive and sharp passing skills. Her tough serve racks up aces, keeping opponents on their heels. Off the court, she dominates in the classroom with a 4.7 GPA. -- Kantessa Bryant-Miller @prepdignv</p>     <p class="text-gray-700">Ellee is a standout libero/defensive specialist in the class of 2028. She currently plays club for Top Flight Volleyball Academy 16 National Black and on varsity at Faith Lutheran HS. With elite court awareness, she reads plays effortlessly, maintains a strong platform, and isn't afraid to hit the floor to keep the ball alive. One of the top liberos in her class, Ellee's hustle and determination make her a game-changer on defense. -- Kantessa Bryant-Miller @prepdignv</p>    <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Setters</h2>    <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='543917' first='Layla' last='Driscoll'] is a setter in the class of 2026, playing for Rancho High School and Wildcats Elite 18. She has a powerful serve with spin that disrupts passers, but it's her setting that really shines. Layla can read the game and make quick, smart decisions on who to set. With 331 assists during the high school season, she proves herself as a key playmaker for both her high school and club teams. -- Kantessa Bryant-Miller @prepdignv</p>     <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='507960' first='Olivia' last='Kiel'], a 2028 setter, plays for Top Flight Volleyball Academy 16 Black (#17) and Faith Lutheran High School (#3). She has been setting at a high level since her eighth-grade season and has only improved since joining her high school varsity team. Olivia is a hustler who excels at making smart decisions on who to set, consistently putting her hitters in a great position to rack up kills. -- Kantessa Bryant-Miller @prepdignv</p>     <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='528579' first='Marley' last='Murphy'], a 5'4” setter in the class of 2026 at Arbor View High School and plays club for Wildcats Elite 18 (jersey #11). She excels at jump setting with precise ball placement. She shows some elite skills in her technique, like when she backsets off the net to the perfect spot for her oppo. Her sets have strong height and consistency, and her serve drops quickly, making her a key playmaker on the court. -- Kantessa Bryant-Miller @prepdignv<br></p>    <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" />   <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Boost your exposure with Prep Dig Nevada</h2>   <p>Attend an upcoming showcase – June 21, 2025 (Registration opens soon – <a href="https://prepdig.com/events/?type=Showcase">prepdig.com/events</a>)</p>   <p>Follow/Tag/Collab with us on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/prepdignv?igsh=MWNqc3lrc2huZzZxcA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr"><strong>@prepdignv</strong></a> </p>   <p>Claim your FREE PrepDig player profile <a href="https://prepdig.com/prospect-index/">here</a>.</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.