Delta Region Qualifier RECAP | Arkansas’ Champions

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Delta Region Qualifier brought together some of the most competitive and determined volleyball teams from across the state and surrounding areas and Arkansas athletes rose to the occasion. From high-energy rallies to nail-biting finishes, the weekend was filled with standout performances, unshakable team chemistry, and championship-caliber wins. Here's a look back at the Arkansas teams who came out on top, earning the title of being Delta Region Champions and solidifying their place with a Nationals bid.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">12's Division - Velocity 12</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Young, hungry, and undeniably talented, Velocity 12 took home the title in the 12s division. Their relentless energy and raw potential stood out all weekend long, signaling the beginning of what could be a dominant run for this up-and-coming group.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">13's Division – FSJ 13 Elite</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Fort Smith Juniors 13 Elite brought size, power, and versatility to the court. Mackenzie Berry, a nearly 6-foot outside hitter from Greenwood, showed incredible flexibility and presence at the net, both as a hitter and blocker. Alongside her, Bella Rupe emerged as a powerhouse, delivering clutch plays that helped push FSJ to the top of the bracket.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">15's Division – EVA 15 Elite</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[program_tooltip program_id='755223' first='Elite' last='Volleyball Academy']'s 15 Elite squad stormed through the tournament with a balanced, dynamic offense. Outside hitter [player_tooltip player_id='764421' first='Rylee' last='Ferrell'] brought fire and consistency from the left pin, while Brynn Bohannon, a smart and composed setter—and sister of UCA standout Laci Bohannon—ran the offense with confidence and precision. Together, they were a lethal combo. EVA 15 Elite and all of their players are a powerhouse to watch for many years to come. They are building something strong and consistent with this group.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">16's Division – Ozark Juniors 16 Mizuno</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Ozark Juniors 16 Mizuno was absolutely stacked with talent and lived up to their top-tier billing. Middle blocker [player_tooltip player_id='749837' first='Evelyn' last='Venters'] was a force in the middle, disrupting opponents with her timing and presence. On the outside, [player_tooltip player_id='743939' first='Audrey' last='Calva'] and [player_tooltip player_id='569597' first='Emmerson' last='Rehkopf'], two of the top-rated outsides in their class, were unstoppable. Rehkopf, ranked #1 in Arkansas by Prep Dig, continues to show exactly why she holds that spot.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">17's Division – Ozark Juniors 17 Mizuno</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The 17s division was dominated by the experienced and high-powered Ozark Juniors 17 Mizuno. [player_tooltip player_id='411288' first='Piper' last='Batie'], a Mizzou commit, expertly controlled the tempo as setter, connecting seamlessly with her hitters. [player_tooltip player_id='743652' first='Michaelyn' last='Freeman'], a Tulsa commit and Arkansas Gatorade Player of the Year, was a game-changer with her high vertical, powerful arm swing, and clutch play. Together, they led a team that looked every bit like a national contender.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>As club season comes to a close for many, we are nearing the corner for school season. We will continue to cover as many players as we can in the State of Arkansas. - Hannah Watkins, PrepDig Arkansas Lead Scout, @prepdighannah.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->