Nebraska Prep Dig Showcase Alums Shine at USAV Nationals (Pt. 2)

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>We're back for more.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Anticipation is building for our July 26 showcases in La Vista. This annual event brings out an exceptional group of summer stock risers while also introducing us to a new class before the high school season. We also create lasting impressions and memories of past showcase standouts, leading to features like these.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Our most recent article highlighted a group of <a href="https://prepdig.com/2025/07/nebraskas-prep-dig-showcase-alums-shine-at-usav-nationals/">showcase "alums"</a> who excelled at USAV Nationals, and we have enough left to churn out a Part 2.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["251144"],"_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-6873e52cd5f36"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Eckman has been a centerpiece of [program_tooltip program_id='428743' first='VCNebraska' last='']'s tremendous setter depth for multiple years. The Lincoln Southwest standout has competed on club volleyball's biggest stages and thrived on the state tournament scene, too. Eckman delivers the tempo and location expected of VCN setters, and we watched her full repertoire emerge during 17 Elite's run at GJNC. A crucial senior campaign is on the way.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["396732"],"_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-6873e52cd5f8f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Sullivan has been an exceptional representative for Nebraska's small-town gems. The Wayne State commit took another step in her prep career by helping Hastings St. Cecilia secure an upset bid in the state quarterfinals. High school venues have revealed Sullivan's effectiveness as a go-to outside hitter, but she also wields a wicked arm as a middle blocker with South Central NE. Sullivan and her team repeated history with a Show Me championship appearance and another deep run at USAV Nationals--the perfect setup for a swan song season this fall.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["365054"],"_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-6873e52cd5fd8"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">We're staying with the 17s for our next entry, but this one hails from the Class of 2027. Timmons has spent multiple seasons near the top of Nebraska's scoring leaderboards with Fairbury High School. She preceded one of those campaigns with a stop at our showcase, where Timmons was a high-flying terminator during six-on-six drills. Her dominance has carried into the club side with [program_tooltip program_id='428717' first='Nebraska' last='ONE'] 17 Black, especially as the stakes rose at USAV Nationals.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["458362"],"_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-6873e52cd601e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Capece's development has been a can't-miss storyline among Nebraska's top 2027s. Last fall was a display of her six-rotation dominance as a starting outside hitter with Omaha Marian. This versatile star shifted to Premier Nebraska 16 Gold's lineup and proved herself against the nation's most physical hitters. The libero role has allowed Capece to flourish--even if she'll rotate back into the front row this fall.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["458130"],"_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-6873e52cd6063"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Schuerman's multi-position influence fits right in with our showcase environment. Her circuit appearances have offered a reminder that Schuerman can do almost anything: set, hit, or lock down the backcourt in the libero jersey. Her defensive prowess took precedence with [program_tooltip program_id='428717' first='Nebraska' last='ONE'] 16 Black this year, but we're anticipating a varied onslaught from Schuerman this fall. Anything is possible.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["570568"],"_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-6873e52cd60a8"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Staehr was a star at last year's Freshman Showcase, but her spring stint with South Central NE 15 Black took this excellence to the next level. This Aurora outside hitter paced the 15 Black offense during the team's bid-clinching triumph in Kansas City. The intensity persisted at GJNC as Staehr and her small-town crew defied the odds once again. A runner-up finish in front of a national audience is the perfect setup for a colossal sophomore surge.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["625558"],"_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-6873e52cd60ec"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">As we consider our first set of 2028 rankings, Gutz has to be among the top liberos in her class. The Lincoln East prep athlete formed the emotional center for [program_tooltip program_id='428743' first='VCNebraska' last=''] 15 Black's breakout 2025 season. Liberos aren't often the ones to take that leadership initiative, but Gutz is not an ordinary defensive specialist. Her pinpoint first contacts helped lift 15 Black to the postseason stage, and the highlight moments continued in Dallas. We feel incredibly fortunate to have athletes like Gutz visit the Prep Dig Circuit.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"align":"center","style":{"typography":{"fontSize":"20px"},"elements":{"link":{"color":{"text":"var:preset|color|primary"}}}},"textColor":"primary"} --> <p class="has-text-align-center has-primary-color has-text-color has-link-color" style="font-size:20px">Use code <em><strong>KingsleyDig2025</strong></em> for a discount on your registration fee!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:image {"lightbox":{"enabled":false},"id":562386,"width":"183px","height":"auto","sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"custom","align":"center"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image aligncenter size-large is-resized"><a href="https://events.prepdig.com/e/1517/register/nebraska-stock-up-showcase" target="_blank" rel=" noreferrer noopener"><img src="https://prepdig.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2024/07/Stock-Up-Showcase.png?w=1024" alt="Prep Dig Stock Up Showcase Graphic" class="wp-image-562386" style="width:183px;height:auto" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"align":"center","style":{"typography":{"fontSize":"29px"},"elements":{"link":{"color":{"text":"var:preset|color|primary"}}}},"textColor":"primary"} --> <p class="has-text-align-center has-primary-color has-text-color has-link-color" style="font-size:29px"><strong><a href="https://events.prepdig.com/e/1517/register/nebraska-stock-up-showcase">Nebraska Stock Up Showcase</a></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"align":"center","style":{"typography":{"fontSize":"18px"}}} --> <p class="has-text-align-center" style="font-size:18px"><strong>Class of 2026-2028</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"align":"center"} --> <p class="has-text-align-center">July 26, 1:00 p.m.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"align":"center"} --> <p class="has-text-align-center">The Volleyball Academy | La Vista, NE</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:image {"lightbox":{"enabled":false},"id":395629,"width":"183px","height":"auto","sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"custom","align":"center"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image aligncenter size-large is-resized"><a href="https://events.prepdig.com/e/1530/register/nebraska-freshman-showcase" target="_blank" rel=" noreferrer noopener"><img src="https://prepdig.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2023/05/PDFreshmanShowcase_Email.jpg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-395629" style="width:183px;height:auto" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"align":"center","style":{"typography":{"fontSize":"29px"},"elements":{"link":{"color":{"text":"var:preset|color|primary"}}}},"textColor":"primary"} --> <p class="has-text-align-center has-primary-color has-text-color has-link-color" style="font-size:29px"><strong><a href="https://events.prepdig.com/e/1530/register/nebraska-freshman-showcase">Nebraska Freshman Showcase</a></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"align":"center","style":{"typography":{"fontSize":"18px"}}} --> <p class="has-text-align-center" style="font-size:18px"><strong>Class of 2029</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"align":"center"} --> <p class="has-text-align-center">July 26, 10:00 a.m.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"align":"center"} --> <p class="has-text-align-center">The Volleyball Academy | La Vista, NE</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->