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Five Dazzlers in the latest 2029 Watch List

Five Dazzlers in the latest 2029 Watch List
Mike Graham
Mike Graham September 29, 2025 @ 10:33 PM
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Addison Helton
Addison Helton S | 2029
KY
Shelbi Carroll
Shelbi Carroll 5'6" | OH | 2029
KY
Alex Cannon
Alex Cannon 5'11" | OH | 2029
KY
Elise Grout
Elise Grout 5'7" | DS/L/OH | 2029
KY
Clarke McDonald
Clarke McDonald 5'9" | S | 2029
KY
<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>A number of freshmen have made their mark this season. These five in no particular order have really stood out.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["877421"],"_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-68db4401c882f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Carroll (pictured) is just as impressive as anyone on this list. Carroll's dedication to the sport shows on the court with her great effort on every play. Carroll has a quick arm swing, has great ball placement and does a great job reading defenses. Carroll is especially tough on shoots and crosses. Carroll can power balls through sound double blocks with a high vertical jump. Carroll is also a solid defender. Carroll leads the Redhounds with 232 kills on the season to go with 164 digs.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["780301"],"_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-68db4401c88a3"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Cannon played for a high-level club team in the spring and the fast-pace has helped her make a contribution for the Mustangs. She controls the net with timely jumps for blocks and powerful kills with a great follow-through. Cannon powers through sound double blocks and is not afraid to tap balls to open spots on the court using her size. Cannon also makes good passes to start the offensive rhythm.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["774790"],"_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-68db4401c8919"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>In the long line of great liberos and defensive specialists that have worn the Notre Dame uniform, Grout is ready to make her mark. She anticipates balls well and does she can to form walls around balls for sound two to three-point passes so the setters can set up the size in the front row for big swings. Grout makes sound decisions on the court bettering balls each time she touches one. Grout leads the Pandas with 213 digs on the season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["662587"],"_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-68db4401c896a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Clarke is one of the top freshman setters in the state for a reason. She takes the floor with amazing confidence and it has caught on with her teammates. She moves her feet well and does a variety of sets to keep opponents guessing. The six-rotation player also gives the Warhawks sound play on defense and takes sound swings when needed. Her versatility should come in handy for Great Crossing for a while.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["890171"],"_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-68db4401c89b7"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Helton has done a great job stepping into a big role for the Tigers. Helton has quickly learned the hitters and puts balls in their power zones. Defensively, Helton's quick reflexes help her keep plays alive. Helton makes sound overhead and bump passes. Helton is also turning into a nice blocker for Paintsville. Helton has 374 assists and 116 on the season for the Tigers.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Note from the Writer</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Mike Graham has been writing for Prep Dig for one year and a half and has enjoyed getting to know the volleyball scenes in both Kentucky and Ohio. If you liked the story, please copy and paste to X (formerly Twitter) and Facebook. You may also follow us at @prepdigkentucky or @prepdigoh on Instagram in addition to @PrepDigKy or @PrepDigOH on X. If you feel someone in Kentucky or Ohio needs coverage or even have feedback on the Kentucky rankings, please email Mike at pnmikeg@yahoo.com. You may also follow him on X @GMCgrah or Instagram @g.michaelgraham. Subscriptions give you access to exclusive content. For a 30% discount, enter code graham30 at checkout.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->

A number of freshmen have made their mark this season. These five in no particular order have really stood out.

Shelbi Carroll

Shelbi Carroll

KY
OH
HEIGHT 5'6"
POS OH
CLASS 2029
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Carroll OH
Class
2029
Height
5'6"
HS
Corbin
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KY
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School: Corbin
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Alex Cannon

Alex Cannon

KY
OH
HEIGHT 5'11"
POS OH
CLASS 2029
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Alex
Cannon OH
Class
2029
Height
5'11"
HS
North Oldham
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KY
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Elise Grout

Elise Grout

KY
DS/L/OH
HEIGHT 5'7"
POS DS/L/OH
CLASS 2029
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Elise
Grout DS/L/OH
Class
2029
Height
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HS
Notre Dame
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KY
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School: Notre Dame
Club: Tri-State Elite
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Clarke McDonald

Clarke McDonald

KY
S
HEIGHT 5'9"
POS S
CLASS 2029
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Clarke
McDonald S
Class
2029
Height
5'9"
HS
Great Crossing
|
KY
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Addison Helton

Addison Helton

KY
S
POS S
CLASS 2029
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HS
Paintsville
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KY
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School: Paintsville
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