2025 NTDP Invites: California’s Superstars Are Headed to Florida

<!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p>PrepDig is proud to highlight the California athletes <strong>invited</strong> to the 2025 Girls Indoor National Team Development Program (NTDP) Spring Training Series, taking place May 8–11 at IMG Academy in Bradenton, Florida.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p>Having attended the NTDP Training Series multiple times, I can confidently say it is one of the most comprehensive and elite training opportunities in the country. With top-tier coaches, industry experts, and a curriculum built for long-term growth, the level of development and exposure provided is unmatched.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p>This year's series will be led by some of the most respected names in collegiate coaching:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong>Marie Zidek</strong> (DePaul University) – U15/U16</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong>Jamie Morrison</strong> (Texas A&amp;M University) – U17</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong>Alyssa D'Errico</strong> (University of Utah) – U18/U19/U20</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p>California is exceptionally well-represented at this prestigious camp. These rising stars have earned invitations to train with the nation's best, where they'll refine their technical skills, deepen their understanding of the game, and elevate their physical and mental performance.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p>The NTDP Spring Training Series focuses on five core pillars: <strong>Craft, Mind, Body, Heart, and Team</strong>. This holistic approach ensures athletes are not only developing on the court but also building the resilience, leadership, and communication skills needed to thrive at the next level and beyond.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Athletes Invited to Attend</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p><strong>U18/U19/U20</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>[player_tooltip player_id='467596' first='Jaycee' last='Mack'] – U18 – OH – Southern California</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>[player_tooltip player_id='545293' first='Liliana' last='Swanson'] – U18 – MB – Southern California</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>[player_tooltip player_id='188236' first='Kaci' last='Demaria'] – U19 – OH – Southern California</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>[player_tooltip player_id='206545' first='Manaia' last='Ogbechie'] – U19 – MB – Southern California</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>[player_tooltip player_id='203840' first='Ayanna' last='Watson'] – U19 – OH/OPP – Southern California</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p><strong>U17</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>[player_tooltip player_id='482032' first='Makenna' last='Barnes'] – OPP – Southern California</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>[player_tooltip player_id='515402' first='Janiah' last='Burrage'] – OH – Southern California</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>[player_tooltip player_id='545226' first='Stella' last='Delgadillo'] – MB – Southern California</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>[player_tooltip player_id='536929' first='Abbie' last='Hairrell'] – MB – Southern California</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>[player_tooltip player_id='510530' first='Kaitlyn' last='Herweg'] – L – Southern California</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>[player_tooltip player_id='492164' first='Megan' last='Hodges'] – MB/OPP – Southern California</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>[player_tooltip player_id='482047' first='Westley' last='Matavao'] – OH – Southern California</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>[player_tooltip player_id='525604' first='Kiersten' last='Moore'] – S – Southern California</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Evelyn Pool – MB – Southern California</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>[player_tooltip player_id='500618' first='Ireland' last='Real'] – OH – Southern California</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>[player_tooltip player_id='510894' first='Chloe' last='Taylor'] – S – Southern California</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>[player_tooltip player_id='524281' first='Bella' last='Turcios'] – L – Southern California</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>[player_tooltip player_id='475609' first='McKenna' last='McIntosh'] – OH – Northern California</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p><strong>U15/U16</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>[player_tooltip player_id='557446' first='Piper' last='Coady'] – OH – Southern California</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>[player_tooltip player_id='569569' first='Anaya' last='Dela Fuente'] – OH – Southern California</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>[player_tooltip player_id='550009' first='Lana' last='Frelix'] – OPP – Southern California</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>[player_tooltip player_id='759009' first='Dylan' last='Kupiec'] – MB – Southern California</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>[player_tooltip player_id='516263' first='Sasha' last='Slaughter'] – MB – Northern California</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p>These athletes represent some of the best talent in the state, hand-picked through a rigorous selection process that highlights California's deep volleyball pipeline.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p>For those interested in the NTDP process, selections are made through a nationwide scouting network. Athletes looking to be considered for future events are encouraged to keep an up-to-date profile on <strong><a href="https://universityathlete.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">University Athlete</a></strong> year-round, per NTDP guidelines.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>🔗 <strong>Learn more at the <a href="https://usavolleyball.org/play/national-team-development-program/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">USA Volleyball NTDP website</a></strong>.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading">If you enjoyed this article, please help us keep the momentum going!</h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:image {"id":770392,"sizeSlug":"full","linkDestination":"none","align":"left"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image alignleft size-full"><img src="https://prepdig.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2025/04/image_b3bd7c.png" alt="" class="wp-image-770392" /></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>✨ <strong>Help a player get discovered </strong>— share this article using the share buttons and tag us on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/prepdigca/?hl=en"><strong>PrepDigCa</strong></a>!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"lightbox":{"enabled":false},"id":770394,"width":"98px","height":"auto","sizeSlug":"full","linkDestination":"custom","align":"left"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image alignleft size-full is-resized"><a href="https://prepdig.com/subscribe/"><img src="https://prepdig.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2025/04/image_ff10cb.png" alt="" class="wp-image-770394" style="width:98px;height:auto" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>🚀 <strong><a href="https://prepdig.com/subscribe/">Upgrade to a PrepDig+ Subscription</a></strong> — exclusive rankings, in-depth analysis, and access to the full <a href="https://prepdig.com/prospect-index/"><strong>prospect index</strong></a>.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"lightbox":{"enabled":false},"id":770395,"width":"106px","height":"auto","sizeSlug":"full","linkDestination":"custom","align":"left"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image alignleft size-full is-resized"><a href="https://prepdig.com/all-events/?type=Showcase"><img src="https://prepdig.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2025/04/image_4421fb.png" alt="" class="wp-image-770395" style="width:106px;height:auto" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>📍 <strong><a href="https://prepdig.com/all-events/?type=Showcase">Come get on our radar!</a></strong> — attend an upcoming<strong> <a href="https://prepdig.com/all-events/?type=Showcase">PrepDig Event</a></strong>:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong>June 13 – Ripon</strong> (Classes of 2026–2029)</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong>June 14 – Rancho Santa Margarita</strong> (Classes of 2026–2029)</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong>August 23 – Rancho Santa Margarita</strong> (Classes of 2030-2032)<br></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p><em><strong>Together</strong>,</em><strong> </strong>we're building a positive platform to celebrate players and connect the volleyball community through exposure and opportunity.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p><strong><em>To all of our subscribers</em></strong> — thank you for being such an essential part of this journey. 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