Roster 4: The Competitor Group

Some rosters are built around size, some around skill — but this one is built around competitive fire. These are the athletes who turn effort into momentum, who respond to pressure with pursuit, who change the tone of a match not through height or highlight plays, but through persistence, urgency, and full-court impact. They don't always dominate early, but they never fade late. In a hypothetical Georgia Super Roster, this group would bring emotion, grit, and the kind of presence that forces opponents to stay sharp every point.   <h3 class="wp-block-heading">Outside Hitters (The Powerhouses)</h3>    Halo plays with intensity and urgency. She approaches with purpose, elevates aggressively, and attacks with fearless commitment. She doesn't just try to score — she tries to impose energy on the gym. Her physical instincts are excellent, but it's her mentality that elevates her game: confident, expressive, and unwilling to hesitate when opportunity appears. ~ Samantha Fitzgerald @BenchtoBeast     Madeline brings a different kind of competitive energy — built on consistency, work ethic, and discipline. She reads early, moves quickly, and responds to plays before they visibly develop. Her movement is efficient, her platform is steady, and her defensive coverage shows both urgency and control. She doesn't just chase the ball — she takes away space. ~ Samantha Fitzgerald @BenchtoBeast    <h3 class="wp-block-heading">Middle Blockers (The Pressure Builders)</h3>    Belle is vocal, athletic, and emotionally engaged in every rally. She competes with personality — expressive and energetic — while still showing growth in timing, footwork, and blocking accountability. She brings contagious hustle and elevates energy levels in every rotation. ~ Samantha Fitzgerald @BenchtoBeast     Consistent and Controlled   Bella doesn't rely on emotion to stay engaged; she relies on rhythm. Her movement is balanced, her block reads are improving, and she applies pressure defensively even when she isn't loudly commanding it. Together, Belle brings spark and Bella brings stability — both competitive in their own way. ~ Samantha Fitzgerald @BenchtoBeast    <h3 class="wp-block-heading">Setter (The Rhythm and Heartbeat)</h3>    Piper is constantly in motion — adjusting, calling lanes, tracking tips, and setting with instinct and purpose. She communicates actively and never pauses long enough for the game to feel static. Her sets reflect both personality and awareness — fast, intentional, and often delivered on the move. ~ Samantha Fitzgerald @BenchtoBeast    <h3 class="wp-block-heading">Libero / DS (The Emotional Engine)</h3>    Dakota is vocal, relentless, and fully invested in every contact — diving early, reading confidently, and defending with effort that feels contagious. She not only impacts plays physically, but emotionally — her tone, intent, and leadership pull her team into high-competition mode. She doesn't guard the floor — she protects it. ~ Samantha Fitzgerald @BenchtoBeast    This roster wouldn't just play volleyball — it would compete in every point. They would turn long rallies into emotional battles, force opponents to stay engaged, and create intense matches without needing perfection. The strength of this group lies not in height, polish, or precision — but in the full-hearted pursuit of every single point.   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. Let's keep building Georgia volleyball together! Fill out the "Cover My Game" Link in my bio @benchtobeast on IG   <h3 class="wp-block-heading">If you enjoyed this article, show your support by following<a href="https://www.instagram.com/benchtobeast/"> BenchtoBeast</a> for exclusive Georgia content, behind-the-scenes action, and a closer look at the volleyball community you love.</h3>   We're on a mission to spotlight talent, uplift families, and bring the volleyball community closer than ever! Huge shoutout to our amazing subscribers — you're the heartbeat of this movement. Thank you for your help growing the game, and making every moment unforgettable. The best is yet to come — let's get it!   <h4 class="wp-block-heading">This journey is created by the village—athletes, coaches, families, and subscribers.</h4>   Building bridges between hustle and opportunity — that's the power of this community! ~ Samantha Fitzgerald @BenchtoBeast

Some rosters are built around size, some around skill — but this one is built around competitive fire. These are the athletes who turn effort into momentum, who respond to pressure with pursuit, who change the tone of a match not through height or highlight plays, but through persistence, urgency, and full-court impact. They don't always dominate early, but they never fade late. In a hypothetical Georgia Super Roster, this group would bring emotion, grit, and the kind of presence that forces opponents to stay sharp every point.