The Future Is Bright: Freshmen Already on the Radar

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em><strong><a href="https://prepdig.com/subscribe/">Subscribe</a>&nbsp;to Prep Dig using discount code digdakotas30</strong></em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Follow on Instagram@prepdigdakotas</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Class of 2029 may just be stepping into the high school scene, but this group is already showing why they belong on our radar. Some are earning varsity time, others sharpening their game on JV, but all of them bring an energy and confidence that you can't miss. With club season around the corner, these names will only continue to pop up—and we'll be watching.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["763882"],"_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-68d05a9b15660"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='763882' first='Olivia' last='Krebs'] – 2029 – 6'1” Middle Blocker</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Olivia has that <em>presence</em> you feel as soon as she walks on the court. At 6'1”, she's an anchor at the net, but it's not just her size that makes her stand out—it's her timing. She reads hitters well, gets her hands over fast, and knows how to turn a block into momentum for her team. Add in a quick arm swing on offense and you've got a freshman who can flip the energy of a set in one play. Olivia is already a name to circle for coaches watching the next wave of middles.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>~Theresa @prepdigdakotas</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["741901"],"_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-68d05a9b156b1"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='741901' first='Magnolia' last='Voss'] – 2029 – Setter ([program_tooltip program_id='449558' first='AVB' last='Fire'] Club)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Magnolia brings flair to the setter position. She plays with composure beyond her age, running an offense with a steady hand and a little creative spark. Her best skill? <em>Decision-making.</em> She knows when to push tempo, when to feed the hot hand, and when to surprise with her own attack. That ability to think the game sets her apart early and will only get sharper in club season with [program_tooltip program_id='449558' first='AVB' last='Fire']. Teammates play with confidence when Magnolia has the ball in her hands.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>~Theresa @prepdigdakotas</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["788792"],"_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-68d05a9b156fc"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='788792' first='Sabrina' last='Novak'] – 2029 – 5'8” MB/OH</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Sabrina is the type of player who thrives wherever she's placed. Middle? She'll block and close the seam. Outside? She'll swing hard and find a way to score. Her standout skill is her <em>versatility.</em> At 5'8”, she brings quickness, effort, and a fearless approach to the net. Coaches love players who compete with edge, and Sabrina plays with that “try and stop me” energy. Whether on JV or earning varsity looks, she makes her presence felt every time she checks in.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>~Theresa @prepdigdakotas</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["846721"],"_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-68d05a9b15747"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='846721' first='Kali' last='Connell'] – 2029 – Defensive Specialist/Libero</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Kali is pure hustle. She has that relentless back-row motor that keeps rallies alive and frustrates hitters. What makes her so fun to watch is her <em>fearlessness.</em> She's diving across the floor, chasing down tips, and making those tough digs look routine. For a freshman, she shows a ton of confidence in serve-receive and isn't afraid to take charge in the backcourt. The energy Kali brings not only steadies a team but lifts it. Expect her name to keep showing up on highlight reels this year.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>~Theresa @prepdigdakotas</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["747741"],"_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-68d0662bc5249"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='747741' first='Annika' last='Shurson'] – 2029 – Defense</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Annika plays defense with grit and instinct. She sees the court well, reads attackers quickly, and positions herself to be in the right spot at the right time. Her standout skill is her <em>anticipation.</em> She's not just reacting—she's thinking one step ahead, which gives her an edge against older hitters. Whether on JV or working her way into varsity reps, Annika is already showing the kind of defensive IQ that wins trust from coaches. She's the type of freshman who can stabilize a lineup from the back row.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>~Theresa @prepdigdakotas</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong><em>Thank you to all my readers for making this journey possible. 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