Latest 2026 Rankings Update: Five More Stock Risers

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>A number of these seniors are trying to finish their careers on hot notes. They are hoping to lead their teams to district crowns and beyond.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["761937"],"_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-68c257a67da98"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Davis (pictured) has played a huge role in Elizabethtown's 9-4 start that includes wins over Central Hardin and Manual with her experience. Davis has dressed for varsity since her freshman year and is just 44 digs shy of 1,000 for her career after recording 527 her junior year. Davis makes the simple passes under control and is a great communicator carrying over good habits from club season. Davis has consistently shown she can handle hard hit balls and cover ground quickly. Davis has 131 digs so far this season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["752886"],"_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-68c257a67db0d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Thompson is one of many reasons the Banshees made it to Owensboro for the All "A" State Tournament this weekend. Thompson gives opponents different looks at the setter spot when in the game. She consistently makes smooth sets getting her feet in good position even if balls are outside the preferred setting zone in the front row. Thompson is also a solid server and passer for Bethlehem. She'll need a big weekend if Bethlehem is to advance out of the tough pool that has the Banshees matched up with Beechwood, Holy Cross (Louisville) and Eminence. Thompson has 132 assists, 30 digs and 18 aces for Bethlehem so far this season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["779174"],"_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-68c257a67db8a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">The Colts have an amazing net defense and Daleng is a big part of it with her vertical jump. Daleng angles balls off blockers well and can place balls to different parts of the court with sound swings. Daleng is even tough on slides. Daleng has 103 kills, 24 blocks, 23 digs and 17 aces helping West Jessamine get off to a 12-4 start.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["778433"],"_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-68c257a67dbee"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Cadle does a good job setting the tone for the Jaguar offensive attack. Cadle reads opposing hitters well and gets in good position to make sound first touches. Cadle is also a good encourager of teammates on the court. Cadle has 119 digs and 21 aces in 10 games for the Jaguars.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["594610"],"_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-68c257a67dc47"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Pierce consistently moves her feet well trying to beat balls to their destinations. Her range lets her track down pushes to corners. Pierce makes the simple bump and overhead passes to let the Lakers start their offensive rhythm, only diving out of necessity. Pierce constantly has her eyes on hitters trying and not hiding behind blocks. Pierce has 241 digs on the season, helping Russell County get off to a 10-5 start including a 3-0 start in 16th District seed play.</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. 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