Setter Breakdown From Spring 2027 Rankings

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>*Prep Dig Michigan will be hosting two Showcase events on Sunday, Aug. 3. You can now register for the </em><a href="https://events.prepdig.com/e/1540/register/michigan-freshman-showcase"><em>Michigan Freshman Showcase</em></a><em> or the </em><a href="https://events.prepdig.com/e/1521/register/michigan-stock-up-showcase"><em>Michigan Stock Up Showcase</em></a><em>. Use code “EllisDig2025” to get $10 off your registration.*</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Last week, we made another update to our&nbsp;<a href="https://prepdig.com/michigan/rankings/2027-rankings/">Class of 2027 Player Rankings</a>.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Now, it's time to take a closer look at each position. The group of setters features some that are the best in the Midwest and are sure to make an impact t the college level.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Here's a breakdown of the Class of 2027 setters.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/position-ranking-table {"name":"acf/position-ranking-table","data":{"class":"2027","_class":"field_65cfb7374abb9","position":"32561","_position":"field_65cfbfcb19ad6","national_rankings":"0","_national_rankings":"field_660c1d73c0e49","state":"19892","_state":"field_65cfb88a603fe"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-67ef0b9581013"} /--> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Top 5 Setters</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>1. [player_tooltip player_id='442995' first='Marlie' last='Smith'], Clarkston/Legacy: </strong>A setter that exudes leadership and competitiveness, Smith makes all the plays, has great court vision, and does a great job of hyping up her teammates. She's very capable of leading a college program.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2. [player_tooltip player_id='454358' first='Lily' last='Tripi'], Eisenhower/Michigan Elite: </strong>Tripi is a 6'1” setter/hitter combo player that has helped raised Eisenhower to another level. She plays with great tempo and has a great sense of when to call her own number. There's still a high ceiling for an already talented player.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>3. [player_tooltip player_id='490372' first='Piper' last='Cebulski'], GR Christian/FaR Out: </strong>Another setter/hitter combo, Cebulski has elite length for the position at 6'2”. She's continuing to improve on her pacing and decision-making, quickly establishing herself as an elite talent.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>4. [player_tooltip player_id='471313' first='Nellie' last='Alves'], Novi/L2: </strong>Another 6-foot setter, Alves is improving on her confidence and control on the court. She can make some very challenging sets look easy and has been a factor defensively with her blocking and footwork.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>5. [player_tooltip player_id='442969' first='Avery' last='Stepp'], South Lyon East/Legacy: </strong>Stepp has worked with a lot of talented hitters the last few years, helping her catch up to the pace of play needed to reach the college level. She's gaining more confidence and getting more comfortable being in command.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Others To Watch</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='443001' first='Zoe' last='Ryan'], Divine Child/Michigan Elite: </strong>An athletic setter that can make an impact in all phases, Ryan is pushing herself to add new dimensions to her game. She's got the work ethic and drive to keep getting better.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='456251' first='Alexa' last='Turner'], SMCC/Athlete HQ: </strong>Turner is working hard to elevate her play, as she wants to prove she can be among the best setters in the class. Her accuracy is improving, and she's showing the ability to mix things up offensively.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='490037' first='Hadley' last='Humphrey'], TC Central/Northshore: </strong>One of the best prospects in Northern Michigan, Humphrey pushes her team and hitters to play at a fast pace and consistently gets big swings out of them.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='460587' first='Bridget' last='Boughton'], Lakeland/L2: </strong>Boughton is a setter/hitter that is building up her stock right now. She's showing the ability to consistently put the ball away, and also has a lot of athleticism and agility at the setter position.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='582308' first='Kendall' last='Michels'], Laingsburg/Legacy: </strong>Michels is a promising setter that could be in store for a big breakout year if she continues to put in the work. She's got competitiveness and learns quickly from her mistakes. She's shown she can quickly adapt to any situation.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->