We’re Back: The Countdown to High School Volleyball in 2025

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>The wait is over.</strong> Our scouts have been busy, but schedules are aligning. High school volleyball is officially on the horizon, and if the offseason has shown us anything it's that Arkansas is stacked with talent and passion heading into this fall.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>From packed club schedules to extensive training and nearly a month full of summer preseason, athletes across the state have been working behind the scenes. Now it's finally time to shift the spotlight back to school arenas, student sections, and the intense matches in store for this season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Some teams are returning loaded rosters, while others are in rebuild mode. We've got new coaches stepping into big roles, freshmen ready to make waves, and seniors gearing up for their last ride. Everyone's 0–0 again. Who will make it to Hot Springs in November?</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Here's what to watch as the countdown begins:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>State champions like Conway, Hackett, and Shiloh Christian are looking to defend their titles. They've got new leaders, rising talent, and big targets on their backs.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Keep your eye on younger classes, especially the incoming freshmen who've already proven themselves on the club scene. This Class of 2029 might be the deepest we've seen in a while.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>A few off-season moves are already turning heads. Whether it's a setter becoming a libero or a hitter switching schools, these changes could mix up the State Championship playing field.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>There will be several players and teams with a chip on their shoulders. From State Runner Ups, Honorable Mentions, and teams with losing records last year, there's no shortage of motivation heading into August.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>As always, we'll be here covering the players, the stats, the breakthroughs, and the moments that matter. Expect weekly content including player spotlights, match recaps, team rankings, and more. Prep Dig Arkansas loves the high school season, so fans and players, buckle up.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The gym lights are coming on. The countdown is ticking.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>We're back. And it's about to get loud.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>- Hannah Watkins, Prep Dig Arkansas Lead Scout, @prepdighannah on IG/X.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->