Impressive Middles at the Prep Dig Exposure Tour: Dallas

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>In volleyball, few positions influence the flow of a match quite like the middle blocker. Middles block, hit, erase overpasses, close seams, intimidate attackers, and shut down scoring opportunities before they ever develop. They are the heartbeat of the front row and the players most capable of swinging momentum with a single touch.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>At the Prep Dig Exposure Tour in Dallas, the middle blockers from the junior and sophomore classes proved exactly why the position is so vital. From long, imposing defenders to lightning-quick attackers, this group delivered consistent power, disciplined blocking, and high-level court awareness.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Here's a breakdown of the standout middles and what makes each of them special.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">[player_tooltip player_id='534483' first='Damice' last='Burns']</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:image {"id":728245,"width":"159px","height":"auto","sizeSlug":"thumbnail","linkDestination":"none","align":"left"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image alignleft size-thumbnail is-resized"><img src="https://prepdig.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2024/12/66-Damice-Burns.jpg?w=150&amp;h=150&amp;crop=1" alt="" class="wp-image-728245" style="width:159px;height:auto" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">[player_tooltip player_id='534483' first='Damice' last='Burns'], 2027.</figcaption></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Burns is a 5'11" middle hitter from Waco Lavega High School, class of 2027. Burns is an athletic and fierce middle hitter with strong elevation and efficient footwork. She plays fast, gets into attack position quickly, and hits with controlled power. Her ability to seal the net and challenge attackers makes her a consistent problem for opposing offenses.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">[player_tooltip player_id='512053' first='Sophia' last='Nash']</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Nash is a 6'2" middle blocker from Marcus High School, class of 2028. Nash brings size, strength, and a commanding presence to the middle. She is a disciplined blocker with long reach, allowing her to take away angles and force hitters into uncomfortable choices. Offensively, she hits a heavy ball and has the potential to become a dominant point-scorer at the next level.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">[player_tooltip player_id='845575' first='Samantha' last='Glaze']</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Glaze is a 6'2" middle blocker from Rockwell Heritage Christian Academy, class of 2028. Glaze is a long, athletic middle blocker with excellent timing. She moves smoothly along the net, closes blocks effectively, and stays patient with her reads. Her ability to transition quickly from defense to offense gives her team valuable scoring options and rhythm in the middle.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">[player_tooltip player_id='727615' first='Londyn' last='McDaniel']</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>McDaniel is a 6'2" middle blocker from McKinney High School, class of 2028. McDaniel is a powerful presence who demands attention from both setters and blockers. With a strong vertical and fast arm, she attacks with authority and finishes plays decisively. Defensively, her blocking execution is clean and technically sound, often turning away strong hitters with confidence.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">[player_tooltip player_id='904116' first='Kali' last='Williams']</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Williams is a 5'9" middle blocker from Alvord High School, class of 2028. Williams may be slightly undersized for the position, but she compensates with speed, explosiveness, and sharp instincts. She gets off the ground fast, tracks the ball well, and executes quick attacks with precision. Her blocking is surprisingly effective, and her all-court effort stands out immediately.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">[player_tooltip player_id='907293' first='Brinley' last='Arnold']</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Arnold is a 6'2" middle blocker from Creekview High School, class of 2028. Arnold is an imposing middle with excellent lateral movement and a high contact point. She reads hitters well and puts up a disciplined, sealed block. Offensively, she connects cleanly with setters and delivers strong, reliable swings. Her size and timing make her a major asset in every rotation.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">[player_tooltip player_id='500890' first='Gracie' last='White']</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:image {"id":909982,"width":"192px","height":"auto","sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none","align":"left"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image alignleft size-large is-resized"><img src="https://prepdig.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2025/08/118-Gracie-White-crop-2660x1747-1763962963.jpg?w=800" alt="" class="wp-image-909982" style="width:192px;height:auto" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">[player_tooltip player_id='500890' first='Gracie' last='White'], 2028.</figcaption></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>White is a 6'3" middle blocker from Plano West High School, class of 2028. White stands at an impressive 6'3" and uses every inch to her advantage. She dominates the net with her reach, closes blocks with authority, and creates shot angles that are nearly impossible to defend. Her combination of height, athleticism, and execution gives her one of the highest ceilings among the middles in Dallas.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->