Prep Dig Arkansas Player of the Year Watchlist: How It Works

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Inspired by the AVCA's (American Volleyball Coaches Association) prestigious national awards, Prep Dig Arkansas is launching its own Player of the Year Watchlist to spotlight the state's most impactful high school volleyball athletes.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">What Is It?</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Watchlist highlights players across Arkansas who are dominating statistically, showing strong leadership, and playing key roles on competitive teams. This includes athletes from all positions, not just hitters or high scorers, with a focus on overall impact.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">How Is the Winner Chosen?</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Throughout the season, Prep Dig Arkansas will track player stats, performance trends, and big-game moments. A final group of Player of the Year candidates will be selected based on:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li><em>Consistent, high-level performance</em></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><em>Leadership and team impact</em></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><em>Strength of schedule and competition</em></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><em>Postseason success</em></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Followers will also get a chance to participate by nominating players to the watchlist on Instagram Stories in the preseason.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">How to Nominate Players</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Fans, coaches, and players can cast their vote on Instagram by following @prepdighannah. Polls will be posted in Stories throughout the preseason, especially as we get closer to the opening week of season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Your vote won't be the only factor but it will definitely count. Get your vote on our radar!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Timeline</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Preseason: Fan poll opens</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>August 21st: Watchlist announced</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>November 3rd: Winner revealed</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Stay tuned for updates, stats, and features all season long, and don't forget to follow @prepdighannah to help nominate the Prep Dig Arkansas' 2025 Player of the Year!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->