Top Middles Who Made a Statement at the Prep Dig Gauntlet

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Let's be real... middles don't always get the spotlight, but this weekend at the Prep Dig Gauntlet, they earned it. From big blocks to quick kills and nonstop effort, these players were difference-makers. I had their names down in my notes early and often; they made it clear they were there to compete. Here are the middles who stood out and made a real impact.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["504437"],"_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-684ca8270eee3"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Kylee can pound the ball. She does a great job turning it to either corner around the block, making it tough for defenses to read. Additionally, she's quick and efficient when setting up a big block from pin to pin. Simply put, the defense hates to see her coming.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["742583"],"_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-684ca8270ef41"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Ruby stepped into a big role for [program_tooltip program_id='428662' first='Wisconsin' last='Ice'] this past weekend, and she absolutely rose to the occasion. She went after every ball with power and confidence. If you didn't know better, you'd think she'd been with this team for years. She puts up a strong block, and her quick footwork keeps her ready to attack at all times.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["780881"],"_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-684ca8270ef87"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Tessa brings so much passion and energy to her Kealoha squad. She's a smart player who knows how to work around a big block and find ways to score. Her connection with her setter is solid, and her communication on the court stands out. When the rally gets long, she's the one you can count on to finish it. [player_tooltip player_id='780881' first='Tessa' last='Koepke'] is a name you're not going to want to forget.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["453653"],"_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-684ca8270efc8"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">If I learned one thing watching Brooklyn play, it's this: don't give her an overpass. She'll make you pay every time. With a strong swing and an impressive vertical, she knows how to finish plays and make a statement. You can tell she's out there to win and will do whatever it takes to help her team come out on top.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["499852"],"_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-684ca8270f006"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Isabella was a game changer for FVP at the Gauntlet. She put up a strong block and did a great job reading hitters across the net, making it tough for opponents to get anything past her. What stood out, though, was her ability to swing hard from the right side. She brought grit, versatility, and a competitive edge every time she stepped on the court. She is definitely A player to keep on your radar.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->