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Breakout Stars from the D1 State Tournament

Breakout Stars from the D1 State Tournament
Rachel Kass
Rachel Kass
November 10, 2025 @ 08:53 AM
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Faith Benson
Faith Benson 6'2" | OH | 2029
WI
Harper Wendlick
Harper Wendlick 6'0" | OH | 2028
WI
Claire Mank
Claire Mank 5'7" | DS/L/OH | 2027
WI
Brianna Hagglund
Brianna Hagglund OH/RS | 2028
WI
Laney Knaack
Laney Knaack 5'11" | MB | 2026
WI
<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The state champions have been crowned, and the high school season has officially concluded. This state tournament was incredibly competitive, and so many players stepped into the bright lights and played outstanding volleyball. Let's look at some breakout stars!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["546459"],"_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-6911fbf89c3b2"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Claire's command of the court absolutely wowed me. She was relentless, fearless, and aggressive. Even against a powerhouse Oconomowoc team, Claire dug in and got the job done in the back row, and she never wavered. Her ball control was impeccable, and she kept her team in system even off the toughest serves and swings. Claire recorded 18 digs and 3 aces in their four-set matchup against Oconomowoc in the state quarterfinals. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["545677"],"_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-6911fbf89c41b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Despite only being a sophomore, Bri was an absolute dominant presence on the court for Kimberly. She is just an all-around player who knows how to play aggressively while minimizing errors. Her relentless and fearless play helped Kimberly battle against a talented Waunakee team. She recorded 11 kills and only one error, hitting 0.345. Bri also had an ace, with no service errors, and 14 digs. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["487019"],"_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-6911fbf89c469"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Laney was a constant presence in the middle for Waunakee. She might not have gotten the number of attempts as the pins, but she utilized every one. Her execution on offense, discipline in transition, and consistent block, made a huge difference in both state matches for Waunakee. In their quarterfinal win, Laney had 2 kills on 7 attempts and an incredible 7 blocks. In the semifinals, she recorded 3 kills on 10 attempts and 3 blocks. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["587062"],"_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-6911fbf89c4b2"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Harper has been a go-to hitter for DSHA throughout the entire season, but she was absolutely dominant during the tournament. Her statistics read more like a committed senior than a sophomore playing her first year in all six rotations on varsity. In the quarterfinals, Harper had 12 kills, 11 digs, and 2 blocks, and in the semifinals, she recorded 16 kills, 2 aces, and 6 digs. During the championship match, Harper was a huge presence on defense and in serve receive. She is a player who will only continue to be a 6-rotation threat on the court. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Leah Awe","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2028","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"6'2u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"32924","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Stevens Point Area High School","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6911fbf89c55a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Leah was a huge presence in the middle for SPASH. She was truly a fun player to watch. Once she got going, she did not stop, and DSHA had a tough time stopping her! She recorded 8 kills on 12 attempts with 0 errors. She also had 3 blocks. Leah was an energizer on the court, battling for every point. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["781698"],"_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-6911fbf89c5a8"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Faith was absolutely fearless throughout the state tournament. She did not waver a single moment throughout the tournament and was absolutely dominant for her team. No one could stop her from the quarter finals through the very last point of the championship match. Her stats are absolutely incredible: </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Quarterfinals: 10 kills, 2 errors hitting .308</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Semifinals: 8 kills </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Finals: 11 kills, 1 error, hitting 0.417, 2 blocks<br></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->

The state champions have been crowned, and the high school season has officially concluded. This state tournament was incredibly competitive, and so many players stepped into the bright lights and played outstanding volleyball. Let's look at some breakout stars!

Claire Mank

Claire Mank

WI #219
DS/L/OH #36
HEIGHT 5'7"
POS DS/L/OH
CLASS 2027
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Claire
Mank DS/L/OH
Class
2027
Height
5'7"
HS
Oak Creek
|
WI
Breakout Stars from the D1 State Tournament
Claire’s command of the court absolutely wowed me. She was relentless, fearless, and aggressive. Even against a powerhouse...
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Claire Mank

Instagram
State: Wisconsin
School: Oak Creek
Club: Epic Volleyball Club

Claire's command of the court absolutely wowed me. She was relentless, fearless, and aggressive. Even against a powerhouse Oconomowoc team, Claire dug in and got the job done in the back row, and she never wavered. Her ball control was impeccable, and she kept her team in system even off the toughest serves and swings. Claire recorded 18 digs and 3 aces in their four-set matchup against Oconomowoc in the state quarterfinals.

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Brianna Hagglund

Brianna Hagglund

WI #11
OH/RS #4
POS OH/RS
CLASS 2028
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Brianna
Hagglund OH/RS
Class
2028
HS
Kimberly
|
WI
Breakout Stars from the D1 State Tournament
Despite only being a sophomore, Bri was an absolute dominant presence on the court for Kimberly. She is...
Written by Rachel Kass
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Brianna Hagglund

State: Wisconsin
School: Kimberly
Club: FC Elite

Despite only being a sophomore, Bri was an absolute dominant presence on the court for Kimberly. She is just an all-around player who knows how to play aggressively while minimizing errors. Her relentless and fearless play helped Kimberly battle against a talented Waunakee team. She recorded 11 kills and only one error, hitting 0.345. Bri also had an ace, with no service errors, and 14 digs.

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Laney Knaack

Laney Knaack

WI #228
MB #47
HEIGHT 5'11"
POS MB
CLASS 2026
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Laney
Knaack MB
Class
2026
Height
5'11"
HS
Waunakee
|
WI
Breakout Stars from the D1 State Tournament
Laney was a constant presence in the middle for Waunakee. She might not have gotten the number of...
Written by Rachel Kass
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Laney Knaack

State: Wisconsin
School: Waunakee
Club: Sting United Madison

Laney was a constant presence in the middle for Waunakee. She might not have gotten the number of attempts as the pins, but she utilized every one. Her execution on offense, discipline in transition, and consistent block, made a huge difference in both state matches for Waunakee. In their quarterfinal win, Laney had 2 kills on 7 attempts and an incredible 7 blocks. In the semifinals, she recorded 3 kills on 10 attempts and 3 blocks.

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Xavier (OH)
Harper Wendlick

Harper Wendlick

WI #3
OH #2
HEIGHT 6'0"
POS OH
CLASS 2028
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Harper
Wendlick OH
Class
2028
Height
6'0"
HS
DSHA
|
WI
Breakout Stars from the D1 State Tournament
Harper has been a go-to hitter for DSHA throughout the entire season, but she was absolutely dominant during...
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Xavier (OH)
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Harper Wendlick

State: Wisconsin
School: DSHA
Club: Milwaukee Sting Volleyball Club

Harper has been a go-to hitter for DSHA throughout the entire season, but she was absolutely dominant during the tournament. Her statistics read more like a committed senior than a sophomore playing her first year in all six rotations on varsity. In the quarterfinals, Harper had 12 kills, 11 digs, and 2 blocks, and in the semifinals, she recorded 16 kills, 2 aces, and 6 digs. During the championship match, Harper was a huge presence on defense and in serve receive. She is a player who will only continue to be a 6-rotation threat on the court.

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Leah Awe

Leah Awe

HEIGHT 6'2"
POS MB
CLASS 2028

Leah Awe

School: Stevens Point Area High School

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Leah was a huge presence in the middle for SPASH. She was truly a fun player to watch. Once she got going, she did not stop, and DSHA had a tough time stopping her! She recorded 8 kills on 12…

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Faith Benson

Faith Benson

WI #7
OH #5
HEIGHT 6'2"
POS OH
CLASS 2029
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Faith
Benson OH
Class
2029
Height
6'2"
HS
Sussex Hamilton
|
WI
Breakout Stars from the D1 State Tournament
Faith was absolutely fearless throughout the state tournament. She did not waver a single moment throughout the tournament...
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Faith Benson

Instagram
State: Wisconsin
School: Sussex Hamilton
Club: Milwaukee Sting Volleyball Club

Faith was absolutely fearless throughout the state tournament. She did not waver a single moment throughout the tournament and was absolutely dominant for her team. No one could stop her from the quarter finals through the very last point of the championship match. Her stats are absolutely incredible:

  • Quarterfinals: 10 kills, 2 errors hitting .308
  • Semifinals: 8 kills
  • Finals: 11 kills, 1 error, hitting 0.417, 2 blocks
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