2025 Michigan Freshman Showcase Preview, Part 2

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>A promising group of 2029 prospects will be displaying their talents this Sunday at the UWM Sports Complex in Pontiac for the 2025 Michigan Freshman Showcase.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>This annual event put on by Prep Dig Michigan gives an inside look to some of the top incoming freshmen for the 2025 prep season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Here's a look at the some of the talent that will be present in Pontiac this weekend.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='770747' first='Campbell' last='Bordogna'], OH Notre Dame Prep: </strong>Bordogna is a player that can get on a hot streak at the net, as she adjusts her shot well to fool defenders. This event will give her a chance to display her power game.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='782164' first='Isabelle' last='Brown'], DS/OH Cadillac: </strong>Brown is a fierce competitor that plays with good confidence and energy. It will be interesting to see where she excels, if it's on the attack, defense, or both.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='775516' first='Elizabeth' last='Burke'], DS/L St. Catherine: </strong>This event is loaded with defensive talent. Burke is definitely among the best. She's got active eyes and anticipates well to put herself in good position for a dig.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='775900' first='Suri' last='Ewing'], MB Bloomfield Hills: </strong>A 6-foot middle, Ewing has the length and athleticism to be a force at the net. This event will be a good test to see if her intensity is ready for the next level.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='812023' first='Brynn' last='Johnson'], OH Marshall</strong>: Johnson looks like an outside ready to contribute right away. She can finish from either pin and the back row, while maintaining a smooth and sound swing.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='777145' first='Andersyn' last='King'], S Harper Creek: </strong>King gets a good feel for her hitters, so it will be good to see how she adapts to a lot of players she's not familiar with and how quickly she can gel with them.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='849359' first='Anna' last='McBride'], DS/L Country Day: </strong>McBride shows good range in her defensive coverage and is able to make last-second adjustments to get under a ball.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='755280' first='Isabella' last='O'Malley'], S/RS Imlay City: </strong>A combo player, which is not uncommon for Imlay City, O'Malley looks to be at a good place at both positions and still has a high ceiling for where she can go.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='775991' first='Sydney' last='Manning'], OH BC Lakeview: </strong>Manning has good lift off the floor and can high point the ball well. She shows good awareness when it comes to playing off blockers.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='770721' first='Mazzey' last='McDonald'], DS/L Beal City: </strong>McDonald brings a lot of heart to the court and she's going to battle against any opposing hitter. Coming from a smaller program, this could be a big breakout opportunity for her.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='778631' first='Breanna' last='McMahon'], DS/L South Lyon East: </strong>McMahon has some good reach, which allows her to cover a lot of space in the back row. She's shown good consistency against top competition.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='779874' first='Sienna' last='Moeke'], OH TC Central: </strong>Moeke brings some good polish as an all-around prospect. This will be a good event for the Northern Michigan talent to get more eyes on her.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Taylor Rivers, S/RS Marian: </strong>Rivers has shown the ability to play anywhere on the floor and succeed, which is a great asset. This outing could be a chance for her to shine as a setter or outside.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='757121' first='Stella' last='Smith'], DS/L Clarkston: </strong>Smith has been up against the best in the nation at her age level and led her team to success. She's fundamentally sound and will bring as much competitive fire as any prospect.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='776050' first='Chloe' last='Sutherby'], S WL Northern: </strong>Sutherby looks consistent in her placement and touch. She directs traffic well and also has proven to be a real threat from the service line.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Ava Zokle, DS/L Magnificat: </strong>Zokle is an Ohio prospect that will be looking to compete against some very elite Michigan defenders. She shows the dedication and energy to be right in the mix.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='776427' first='Natalia' last='Zywicki'], OH Marian: </strong>Zywicki has a good, athletic approach to the net and a physical follow through that allows her to power through the ball.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->