The Heart of the Game: Celebrating Milestones Achieved by Setters

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>In volleyball, setters play a pivotal role, often regarded as the backbone of their teams. They touch the ball more than any other position, orchestrating the offense and transforming challenging plays into scoring opportunities. A skilled setter not only makes bad passes look good but also strategically positions hitters for success. With so much riding on their hands, the impact of a setter can be the difference between victory and defeat. In this article, we celebrate the remarkable achievements of setters who have reached significant career milestones. Their dedication and skill deserve recognition! If you know of a player who has recently hit a milestone, please feel free to email me or tag me on Twitter. Let's share their success stories! And keep an eye out—over the next few weeks, we have even more exciting milestones to announce</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='232324' first='Bella' last='Asante'] – Camdenton</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong>Milestone:</strong> 3,076 career assists</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong>Highlights:</strong> In a thrilling match against Rogersville, Bella surpassed the 3,000 career assists mark, finishing her high school career ranked 11th all-time in the MSHSAA record books. Her impressive final match featured set scores of 25-23, 25-23, 12-25, 16-25, and 16-18, demonstrating her resilience and skill under pressure.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='842366' first='Eliana' last='Arambula'] – Benton</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong>Milestone:</strong> 1,000 career assists</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong>Highlights:</strong> As one of Benton's all-time great setters, Eliana has established herself as a key player in the program's history, surpassing the significant 1,000 career assists milestone.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='735571' first='Cambree' last='Woodard'] – Cabool</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong>Milestone:</strong> 2,014 career assists</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong>Highlights:</strong> Although Cambree may not receive as much recognition as some teammates, her role as the team's "quarterback" has been invaluable. She quietly achieved 2,000 career assists, even after missing most of her sophomore season. With Cabool still in the playoffs, Cambree's total is set to rise.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='222067' first='Savannah' last='Crane'] – Webb City</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong>Milestone:</strong> 2,253 career assists</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong>Highlights:</strong> A three-year starter, Savannah has been instrumental in keeping the Cardinals competitive in the playoffs. Her recent achievement of surpassing 2,000 career assists showcases her consistency and leadership on the court.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='490118' first='Estella' last='Van Shankhof'] – Fulton</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong>Milestone:</strong> 2,202 career assists</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong>Highlights:</strong> Estella's presence in the lineup has contributed to one of Fulton's best three-year runs. She closed out her high school career with a total of 2,202 career assists, further solidifying her legacy in the program.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='744653' first='Callie' last='Terrell'] – Spokane</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong>Milestone:</strong> 1,500 career assists<br><strong>Highlights:</strong> With a current record of 25 wins, 6 losses, and 3 ties, Callie is leading her team into a district championship. Recently passing 1,500 career assists, she is poised to surpass the 2,000 career assists milestone with a strong playoff performance.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='207580' first='Audrey' last='Hackney'] – Eureka</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong>Milestone:</strong> 1,050 career assists</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong>Highlights:</strong> After patiently waiting for her opportunity as the varsity setter, Audrey has made the most of her time on the court. In just two seasons, she accumulated 1,050 career assists while contributing significantly to the Wildcats' offense.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":4} --> <h4 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='720350' first='Kendyl' last='Edwards'] – East Buchanan</strong></h4> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong>Milestone:</strong> 1,623 career assists</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong>Highlights:</strong> Kendyl recently surpassed 1,500 career assists and currently sits at 1,623. In a challenging match against St. Joseph Benton, she set a new school record with 56 assists, showcasing her incredible skill and determination.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->