Milestone Moments

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>From surpassing career kill milestones to setting assist records, these athletes have showcased their talent, dedication, and versatility on the court. This article highlights standout performers who are not only leading their teams to victory but are also rewriting the record books in the process. Now, let's dive into the impressive accomplishments of these exceptional players making waves in Missouri high school volleyball.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='222058' first='Katherine' last='Byergo'] – Parkway West </strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>I</strong>n a thrilling 3-1 victory over Parkway South, Iowa State commit Katie surpassed 1,000 career kills. Standing at an impressive 6'5", this versatile Longhorn has excelled in multiple positions, from opposite to middle to outside hitter. Notably, she achieved a career-high of 20 kills in a win against Kirkwood last season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":894058,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://prepdig.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2025/10/Katie-Byergo-Parkway-West-1000-Kills.jpg?w=480" alt="" class="wp-image-894058" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Photo: Susan Byergo, Parkway West Volleyball Twitter</figcaption></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='809530' first='Ava' last='Blankenship'] – Sullivan</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Ava is making history for the Eagles, currently holding the Sullivan career kill record at 1,053 and counting, with several weeks left in the season. At 5'11", this talented middle hitter continues to elevate her program's legacy.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":894060,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://prepdig.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2025/10/Ava-Blankenship-1004-kills-Sullivan-Record.jpg?w=940" alt="" class="wp-image-894060" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Photo: Coach , Sullivan VB Page</figcaption></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='735566' first='Tayleigh' last='Cowin'] – Ellington</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Tayleigh has been instrumental in leading the Whippets to their best season in decades, with a 25-3-1 record. During their championship run at the Houston Tournament, she surpassed 2,000 career assists, becoming a key player for the team.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":894061,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://prepdig.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2025/10/Tayleigh-Cowin-Ellington-2000-assists.jpg?w=776" alt="" class="wp-image-894061" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Photo: Coach , Ellington Facebook Page</figcaption></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='595336' first='Summer' last='Zelei'] – Holt</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Summer is taking over the record books at Holt, surpassing alumni Alivia Talent for career kills with a total of 686 and still counting. In addition, she has reached 500 career digs, currently standing at 507, and holds the school record for career aces.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":894062,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://prepdig.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2025/10/IMG_5428.jpg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-894062" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Photo: Coach , Holt Volleyball Twitter Page</figcaption></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='485599' first='Lilly' last='McGrail'] – Holt</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Following closely behind Summer, [player_tooltip player_id='485599' first='Lilly' last='McGrail'] has achieved 500 career kills and is poised to become the school's all-time kill leader with another season ahead of her.<strong></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":894063,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://prepdig.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2025/10/Lilly-McGrail-Holt-500-kills.jpg?w=804" alt="" class="wp-image-894063" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Photo: Coach, Holt Volleyball Twitter Page</figcaption></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='809872' first='Sophie' last='Frank'] – Lafayette County</strong><br>One of the program's top all-around players, [player_tooltip player_id='809872' first='Sophie' last='Frank'], recently surpassed 1,000 career kills, achieving this milestone in a decisive sweep against Knob Noster.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='809696' first='Kaelyn' last='Deckerd'] – Oak Ridge</strong><br>Kaelyn is revitalizing the Oak Ridge volleyball program, recently surpassing 500 career kills and currently sitting at 580. She recorded a career-high of 22 kills in a close 1-3 loss to Advance and hit an impressive .636 with 15 kills in a sweep against Kelly.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='222579' first='Lilly' last='Bott'] – St. Charles</strong><br>A defensive powerhouse, Lilly has amassed over 2,000 career digs, reaching 2,391. She had an astounding 57 digs in a hard-fought 2-3 loss to Veritas Christian and followed it up with a personal-best 60 digs in a 3-2 victory against Fort Zumwalt East.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":894065,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://prepdig.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2025/10/Lilly-Bott-St.-Charles-2000-Digs.png?w=686" alt="" class="wp-image-894065" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Photo: Coach, St. Charles Pirates Twitter Page</figcaption></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Jaelee Kahler – Hermann</strong><br>Jaelee has joined the ranks of elite players by surpassing 1,000 career assists, putting the Bearcats in a strong position for another run at a Class 2 state title.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":894066,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://prepdig.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2025/10/Jaelee-Kahler-Hermann-1000-assists.png?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-894066" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Photo: AD, Hermann Volleyball Twitter Page</figcaption></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='831925' first='Emma' last='Eskew'] – Warrenton</strong><br>Emma has tied the school record for kills in a single match, an impressive feat as she recorded 27 kills, showcasing her offensive prowess.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":894067,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://prepdig.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2025/10/Emma-Eskew-Warrenton-School-Record-for-Kill-in-a-Match.png?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-894067" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Photo: Coach, Warrenton Volleyball Twitter Page</figcaption></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='475328' first='Audrey' last='Schaeffer'] – Incarnate Word Academy</strong><br>Continuing the tradition of excellence in the powerhouse program, [player_tooltip player_id='475328' first='Audrey' last='Schaeffer'] has reached the milestone of 1,000 career digs, adding her name to the list of exceptional liberos at Incarnate Word Academy.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->