New Pin Hitters to Watch in Updated Nebraska 2027 Rankings

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Let's dive into these new additions. We have 100 to choose from.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Our last couple of features on the Nebraska 2027 rankings update have addressed stock risers, but we have even more to discuss on the new addition front. Dozens of fresh faces have joined the database after breakout efforts in the ongoing club season. It's a testament to the emerging talent around the Great Plains Region, and these 2027s are ready to take the mantle as upperclassmen this fall.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Pin hitters are the focus for this one as we move around the dial in our 2027 coverage.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["773394"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-681bb5b83ccea"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">This was an obvious one. Carmichael joined the Nebraska Elite 16 Apex lineup this spring and immediately established herself as an elite attacker. The Norfolk sophomore boasts tremendous length and pairs it with exceptional athleticism on the left side. Carmichael has stepped up during some of 16 Apex's biggest qualifier trips, including NLQ and Show Me. Her prep impact this fall will be massive.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["773393"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-681bb5b83cd57"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">We still had a few more names to add from the Nebraska Juniors gym. Kassebaum is a go-to left-side hitter for 16 Red and scores with a vast medley of shots. Her off-speed attacks are particularly deadly and often leave opposing defenders flat-footed. We're eager to see how up-and-coming athletes like Kassebaum affect the growing volleyball powerhouse at Waverly High School.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["773443"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-681bb5b83cda5"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">South Central NE is well-represented among our new 2027s. Fischer joins the watch list after making a wide-ranging impact on South Central's 16 White roster. The Central City native is a dynamic outside hitter who can terminate in the frontcourt or provide defensive stability in the middle-back area. Small-town Nebraska keeps producing standouts for our coverage radar.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["773366"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-681bb5b83cdee"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Here's our chance to revisit the Lightning 17s group that made waves on this year's regional circuit. The Columbus-area squad used a unique combination of different classes to form its lineup, and Helms moved up one age group from the Class of 2027. This Columbus Lakeview attacker produced clutch moments in the frontcourt and gained quality reps with many of her high school teammates. This could set the foundation for a postseason push in the fall season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["773465"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-681bb5b83ce30"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">We encountered [program_tooltip program_id='428717' first='Nebraska' last='ONE'] 16 Grey at multiple national qualifiers this year, and Houston was a persistent standout throughout. The Lincoln North Star sophomore has an uncanny ability to place her shots in front of backcourt defenders. Of course, Houston can also deliver heat to give opposing defenses little chance to make a play. [program_tooltip program_id='428717' first='Nebraska' last='ONE'] continues to grow as the Lincoln area churns out more can't-miss athletes.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["773499"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-681bb5b83ce6e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">The Norfolk-to-Nebraska Elite pipeline is strong in this feature. Larson plays up a year in the Nebraska Elite gym and has slotted into just about every position imaginable. She has an impressive highlight tape as a pin hitter and contributes to Nebraska Elite's passing and defense, too. Larson has also earned recent reps in the middle and exhibits her physicality at that spot. This is a fascinating "wildcard" player to follow in the Class of 2027.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["773429"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-681bb5b83ceb1"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Keep an eye on the next group of stars at [program_tooltip program_id='428728' first='River' last='City Jrs']. Anstine has been a productive part of 16 Navy's operation and has had some of her best moments against regional foes. Her explosive approach often leads to out-of-system success, and Anstine is keen on making some flashy defensive plays, too. The upcoming summer stretch could bring more milestones for this Bellevue West sophomore.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["773422"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-681bb5b83cf0b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">We got a firsthand look at Torchia's high-impact game when she competed with Banzai VBC 16 Select at the Great Plains Region Bid Tournament. The Papio sophomore is an agile attacker who can adjust to any set she's given on the pin. Torchia can also rotate into the backcourt to stabilize 16 Select's Zone 6 defense. Multi-position flexibility remains a theme among our new additions, and Torchia embodies this well.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["499000"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-681bb5b83cf53"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[program_tooltip program_id='428743' first='VCNebraska' last=''] 16 Black isn't just producing stock risers. We've also added Clark to our watch list after her extraordinary performances with this GJNC-bound squad. Clark can be a force on either pin and can produce pass-to-attack magic in the frontcourt. 16 Black has a seemingly infinite number of lineup permutations in its arsenal, and Clark can upgrade this group no matter which position she's playing.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["773449"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-681bb5b83cf93"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Why not bring one more Nebraska Elite attacker into the mix? Beebe is a multi-sport star at North Bend Central and carries the banner for Nebraska Elite 16 Ignite on the club side. Her quick right arm was a major factor in 16 Ignite's podium finish at the ASICS President's Day Classic. As Nebraska Elite's 16s depth keeps expanding, more names are bound to appear on the 2027 watch list.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->