Ozark Juniors Dominates Arkansas’ 2028 Rankings

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Dominating the PrepDig rankings, Ozark Juniors boasts more athletes than any other club in the state in the 2028 rankings, including an impressive six players in the top 10. With elite athletes across every position, the club has quickly become a fear for many opponents at tournaments.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Leading the way is #1 ranked [player_tooltip player_id='749906' first='Molly' last='Miller'], a standout setter from Fayetteville who sits at the top of a class full of size, athleticism, and competitive fire. From pin hitters to middles to liberos, Ozark Juniors' depth sets them apart. Here are Ozark Juniors' Class of 2028 Ranked Players with a quick note about each player:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>#1 – [player_tooltip player_id='749906' first='Molly' last='Miller']&nbsp;</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Setter | Fayetteville&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Emerging as a top setter prospect with great touch and strong leadership. Projected to land at a high level university. </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>#2 - [player_tooltip player_id='750224' first='Caroline' last='Stallbaumer']&nbsp;</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>MB/OH | Shiloh Christian&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Insanely talented middle with a fast arm swing, quick footwork, and solid block. One of the best middles in the state.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>#5 – [player_tooltip player_id='749911' first='Avah' last='Brown']&nbsp;</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>RS | Rogers&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>A long, athletic, left-handed right-side with great court presence and a high ceiling. Incredibly talented with so much potential.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>#8 – [player_tooltip player_id='749917' first='Kenzy' last='Hogue']&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>MB | Fayetteville&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Brings length and intensity to the middle with shutdown blocking skills and a heavy attack.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>#9 – [player_tooltip player_id='566871' first='Tristen' last='Hamilton']</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>OH/RS | Bentonville&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Powerful and competitive with a strong swing from either pin. Threat in the back row as a defender or attacker.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>#10 – [player_tooltip player_id='763809' first='Brynn' last='Denney']&nbsp;</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>MB/OH | Rogers&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>One of the tallest players in the class with great attacking and blocking at the net.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>#11 – [player_tooltip player_id='772070' first='Preslie' last='Clubb']</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>S/OH | Har-Ber&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>A hybrid setter-hitter with smooth hands and big energy. Very mature player.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>#12 – [player_tooltip player_id='749919' first='Kennedy' last='Baber']&nbsp;</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>OH/DS/L | Bentonville&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Reliable and one of the most versatile players in the class.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>#21 – [player_tooltip player_id='750240' first='Kayla' last='Thompson']</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>DS/L | Farmington&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Quick, hard-working defender with strong communication and a high motor.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>#24 – [player_tooltip player_id='763404' first='Teagan' last='Henderson']</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>DS/L/S | Rogers&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Small but mighty, known for her hustle and sharp reads on defense.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>#27 – [player_tooltip player_id='763660' first='Avery' last='Ball']</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>MB/RS | Farmington&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>A steady presence in the middle who brings a heavy attack and a strong block.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Watchlist – [player_tooltip player_id='762916' first='Sara' last='Weaver']</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>OH/DS/L | Rogers&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>All-around contributor with a clean platform and smart attacking. Excited to watch more.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>With this kind of talent concentrated into one club, Ozark Juniors isn't just stacked, they're setting the standard for what the future of Arkansas volleyball looks like. This 2028 class is one to watch.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->