Georgia Hypothetical Super Rosters (Round 2)

<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Roster 1: Power, Presence, and Playmakers</h3>   If you were building a lineup for pressure, firepower, and leadership — this group would be hard to beat.   Some rosters win because of mechanics. Others because of grit. But this group — a unique blend of emotional spark, controlled power, and competitive identity — has the kind of presence that builds momentum and changes the pulse of a match. They don't just play points; they take control of them. With two heavy-scoring pins, a powerful interior tandem, a fiery leader at setter, and a composed backcourt anchor, this hypothetical roster was built to showcase both the physicality and personality that make volleyball electric.   <h3 class="wp-block-heading">Outside Hitters</h3>    Aubrea plays with a fluid athleticism that makes position labels feel irrelevant. Her transitions are clean, her footwork natural, and her competitive intensity carries over across every skill — whether she's passing, defending, or terminating from either pin. She reads the court at multiple levels: defender location, setter front-row status, space, seams, timing. It's not just production — it's intelligence. ~ Samantha Fitzgerald @BenchtoBeast     Adelynn plays the pin like a strategist — calculating, smooth, and reliable. She doesn't try to overpower defenders; she breaks them down. Her contact is balanced, her transitions are clean, and her ability to shape swings based on defensive alignment sets her apart. She communicates well, leads confidently, and keeps rallies alive with disciplined defensive movement. She doesn't just score — she builds momentum. ~ Samantha Fitzgerald @BenchtoBeast    <h3 class="wp-block-heading">Middle Blockers</h3>    Aubry brings force, athleticism, and contagious energy. Her presence at the net is unmistakable — strong, upright blocking posture, fast arm through the middle, and a readiness to attack from different zones. She's vocal, engaged, and brings energy to every point, whether she's scoring or chasing down tips and coverage balls. A physical interior presence with leadership upside. ~ Samantha Fitzgerald @BenchtoBeast     Kaitlyn is a worker — active in coverage, committed in pursuit, and steady in the block. She sees the game in layers, reading hitters rather than reacting late, and shapes her block well to take away dangerous angles. She hits with power but plays with patience — not forcing, not rushing, just calculated and consistent. The kind of middle you rely on when you need production and reliability. ~ Samantha Fitzgerald @BenchtoBeast    <h3 class="wp-block-heading">Setter </h3>    Isabella sets with urgency, creativity, and vocal command. She plays with energy — quick hands, fearless decision-making, and full engagement on both sides of the ball. She doesn't wait for tempo; she creates it. Her intensity fuels hitters, and her decisiveness builds trust. A tactically smart setter who thrives in speed, reads seams early, and makes her attackers feel connected and confident. ~ Samantha Fitzgerald @BenchtoBeast    <h3 class="wp-block-heading">Libero / DS </h3>    Emma is instinctual, disciplined, and incredibly present. She doesn't just read attackers — she reads situations, adjusting her base, her angles, and her positioning before contact. Her movement is clean and efficient, her platform calm and consistent, and her communication active without being overstated. She has a stabilizing effect on the court, quietly anchoring both serve receive and transition defense. ~ Samantha Fitzgerald @BenchtoBeast    This roster would thrive in big matches — emotionally charged, momentum-driven, and full of athletes who compete with both fire and intention. There's a powerful mix of expressiveness and composure, of physicality and tactical intent, of leadership and responsiveness. If you wanted to build a lineup capable of scoring points and shaping culture — this would be one to watch.   Note to GA Athletes: If I didn't get the chance to write about you this week — I see you and I appreciate your game! I covered as many players as I could at AAU Nationals, but with limited time and so many talented athletes, I couldn't feature everyone. If you'd like to be considered for future coverage, please send me your high school season schedule and share a little bit about yourself so I can come support you and share your story. 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