Behind the Scenes of the 2028 Rank
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I am pretty sure most scouts can agree that the first rank for any class is the toughest. There is so much potential for so many athletes; it is hard to crunch that down into rankings. Also, there are so many more athletes to see and add to our radar. I know for me, when I have been covering events with 15s this season, my fingers never stop flying in my notes app as I jot down name after name. Here is a quick peek at the first rank for the class of 2028.
The Numbers
The initial watch list, which was released, included 82 athletes. This latest update includes a ranking of 62 athletes and a watchlist of 85 athletes. We added 65 athletes to this update, all of whom were seen during tournaments and made an impression on the Wisconsin scouts. Remember, this is only the first rank for this class, which will be updated and expanded every few months until almost graduation!
The Big Names to Know
Tegan Loechler
Tegan
Loechler
6'3" | S/RS
DSHA | 2028
State
WI
is our #1 ranked athlete in this class. She is a 6'3" setter/right side who is absolutely dominant. She will be the only athlete representing the Badger Region at the upcoming National Team Development Program on the girls' side. Tegan was a key player for DSHA as a freshman and helped them to their 3rd straight State Championship. She is an athlete who makes huge plays on the court and is dominant. Setter
Lorelei Candler
Lorelei
Candler
5'10" | S/OH
Luther Prep | 2028
State
WI
is ranked #2 on our list. She is a stud setter for Madtown who runs the court like a well-oiled machine. Other athletes in the top 5 include
Kaitlyn Marx
Kaitlyn
Marx
5'7" | OH
Franklin | 2028
State
WI
,
Grace Hoverson
Grace
Hoverson
6'2" | MB/RS
Evansville | 2028
State
WI
, and
Quinn Ische
Quinn
Ische
5'8" | S/RS
Menomonee Falls | 2028
State
WI
.
Fun fact: We have 5 clubs represented in our top 10 ranked athletes and 8 represented in the top 20. Only the class of 2027 has more. This shows how the talent in the younger classes is spread across the state and various clubs.
What's Next?
Keep working hard! Even if you don't see your name on the rankings or watch list, know that your work is valued. Remember, creating or claiming your profile is free (you do not need a subscription). Keeping your information up to date can help scouts as we navigate large tournaments. If you have a volleyball profile on social media, give the Wisconsin scouts a follow. My Instagram handle is @prepdigrachel. We try to watch as many teams as possible, but there are so many of you and only three of us! Please don't hesitate to say hi if you see us around. And if you see that we'll be at a big tournament, you can definitely send your schedule.
Planning to attend a Showcase event this summer? Use code KassDig2025 for $10 off registration! HERE is a link to the registration for the Wisconsin Sophomore ID Camp.
