2028 Watch List L/DS

The Class of 2028 features liberos and defensive specialists who are already making a name for themselves with steady serve receive, sharp defensive reads, and vocal leadership in the back row. This group will be key players to watch as they head into their sophomore seasons.    Hannah is an extremely strong defensive libero who brings energy and consistency to the back row. She covers the court with range and quickness, especially in left-back defense, and her ability to read hitters while staying stopped at contact makes her highly effective. Already recording 136 digs just over a week into the varsity season, according to MaxPreps, she has proven to be a reliable anchor for her team. Only a sophomore, Hannah's growth and development will be exciting to follow as she continues to elevate her game.      Carly is a dependable libero who excels in serve receive, consistently holding strong angles and covering a large portion of the back row. Defensively, she stays ready and balanced, making tough plays look routine. She isn't afraid to body up driven balls and shows confidence in every rally. Her ability to read hitters and anticipate plays makes her a steady presence in both serve receive and defense. Carly is definitely a player to keep an eye on throughout her high school career.     Lexy stands out as a dependable serve receiver, showing consistency in her platform and holding her angle cleanly through the motion of the pass. This technique allows her to produce accurate, high-quality passes with steady height, giving her setter the best chance to run a smooth and balanced offense. She reads serves well, stays calm under pressure, and shows discipline in serve receive, which sets her apart. On top of her technical ability, Lexy brings a personable attitude and a strong work ethic to the court. She is a teammate who leads by example, stays engaged in every play, and adds energy to her team's back row.     [player_tooltip player_id='748416' first='Brooke' last='Cunningham'] is a strong defensive specialist who excels at reading hitters and getting her feet stopped before making a play. She consistently puts herself in the right position, allowing her to make decent quality touches on nearly every swing or shot that comes her way. Her defensive presence is steady and reliable, giving her team confidence in the back row. In addition to her defensive skills, Brooke is also effective behind the service line. Her flat jump serve is difficult to read and frequently results in aces, making her a threat on both sides of the ball. With her ability to impact the game defensively and offensively, she always plays a role for her team.

The Class of 2028 features liberos and defensive specialists who are already making a name for themselves with steady serve receive, sharp defensive reads, and vocal leadership in the back row. This group will be key players to watch as they head into their sophomore seasons.