Spotlight: 2027s Standing Out Before Rankings Drop

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Get 30% off your first billing cycle with code:&nbsp;<strong>digdakotas30</strong>&nbsp;in the coupon code area</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em><a href="https://www.instagram.com/prepdigdakotas/?hl=en">Follow on Instagram@prepdigdakotas</a></em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The 2027 class continues to make noise, and with rankings on the way, several uncommitted players have firmly placed themselves on our radar. This group has impressed with their growth, consistency, and ability to perform when it matters most — the type of traits that separate good players from great ones.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>From explosive attackers at the net to dependable six-rotation players and defensive specialists who control first contact, these athletes are showing all-around impact across every position. They've been difference-makers in both high-pressure matches and day-to-day competition, proving they have the skill and mentality to compete at the next level.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>As club season approaches, expect this group of 2027s to keep trending upward — stepping into bigger roles, fine-tuning their game, and continuing to prove why they're players to watch for both rankings and recruiting.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["663248"],"_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-6914f61292cb1"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='663248' first='Laurel' last='Ryks'] | Outside Hitter</strong><br>[player_tooltip player_id='663248' first='Laurel' last='Ryks'] has stepped into her role as a confident, composed outside who thrives under pressure. She brings a heavy arm swing, strong court vision, and the ability to score from anywhere on the floor. Ryks' growth in serve receive and transition efficiency makes her a dependable offensive weapon in tight moments. She plays with maturity — calm when the game speeds up and always ready to take the big swing.<br>➡️ <em>This club season, expect Laurel to keep elevating her back-row attack and emerge as a true point-scoring leader with the confidence and range to take over matches.</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["746109"],"_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-6914f61292d36"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='746109' first='Lily' last='Rae Peterka'] | Pin Hitter</strong><br>[player_tooltip player_id='746109' first='Lily' last='Rae Peterka'] is all about power and presence on the pin. Her fast, controlled approach and explosive arm make her a constant threat, whether she's taking a clean rip on tempo or tooling the block in transition. She's added strength to her first contact and improved her court awareness, making her more effective in every rotation. Peterka plays with intensity that sets the tone for her team.<br>➡️ <em>This club season, look for Lily Rae to keep building her versatility — mixing power and finesse while becoming a dynamic, all-around scoring weapon.</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:image {"width":"208px","height":"auto","align":"left"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image alignleft is-resized"><img src="https://prepdig.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2025/10/image_e42f4e.png" alt="This image has an empty alt attribute; its file name is image_e42f4e.png" style="width:208px;height:auto" /></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><a href="https://prepdig.com/events/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">The 2025 Prep Dig Exposure Tour is officially LIVE!</a></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>We're hitting 20+ cities across the country this winter to give athletes a platform to compete, get seen, level up and get on coaches radar.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>I'll personally be at Bloomington on Dec. 14 for all interested 2026-2029 prospects following the 2025 fall season.&nbsp;<a href="https://events.prepdig.com/e/2026/register/prep-dig-exposure-tour-minnesota-session-1"><strong>Click here to register</strong>&nbsp;<strong>for 2028-2029</strong></a>&nbsp;or&nbsp;<a href="https://events.prepdig.com/e/2027/register/prep-dig-exposure-tour-minnesota-session-2"><strong>click here to register for 2026-2027</strong></a>&nbsp;and use promo code&nbsp;<strong>“HICKMANPD25”</strong>&nbsp;to get $10 off your registration.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["748395"],"_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-6914f61292d98"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='828247' first='Isabell' last='Scheuch'] | Middle Blocker</strong><br>[player_tooltip player_id='828247' first='Isabell' last='Scheuch'] dominates the middle with precision and poise. She's quick off the ground, reads the setter early, and consistently gets hands over the net to close seams. Her offensive game continues to expand, showing improved tempo and a strong ability to score off quicks and slides. Scheuch brings quiet confidence — the kind of middle who stabilizes both sides of the game. <strong>~Theresa @prepdigdakotas</strong><br>➡️ <em>This club season, expect Isabell to make her presence felt even more — running a faster offense, commanding the block, and showing why she's one to watch for next-level programs.</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["518617"],"_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-6914f61292de5"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='518617' first='Shayla' last='Peterson'] | Outside Hitter</strong><br>[player_tooltip player_id='518617' first='Shayla' last='Peterson'] brings a spark every time she steps on the floor. She's a smooth, high-IQ outside who reads the court well and scores with intent. Her improvement in serve receive and out-of-system attacking has made her a reliable contributor who can change momentum with one swing. Shayla's energy and body control give her the ability to adjust mid-air and still find ways to score. <strong>~Theresa @prepdigdakotas</strong><br>➡️ <em>This club season, watch for Shayla to take on a bigger offensive role — showing off her full range of shots and the consistency that makes her a game-changer from the left pin.</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["626170"],"_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-6914f61292e4d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='626170' first='Shella' last='Olsvig'] | Libero/DS</strong><br>[player_tooltip player_id='626170' first='Shella' last='Olsvig'] is a defensive anchor who brings fire and precision to the backcourt. Her reads are sharp, her platform angles are clean, and she brings the kind of hustle that shifts momentum. Olsvig has strengthened her serve receive game, handling pressure with calm communication and confidence. Her ability to turn tough digs into in-system passes sets her apart. <strong>~Theresa @prepdigdakotas</strong><br>➡️ <em>This club season, expect Shella to keep raising her defensive ceiling — expanding her range, mastering first contact, and setting the tone for her team's transition game.</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["570490"],"_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-6914f61292e9c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='570490' first='Scarlett' last='Hedrick'] | Outside Hitter</strong><br>[player_tooltip player_id='570490' first='Scarlett' last='Hedrick'] plays with a natural rhythm and fierce competitiveness. She's added noticeable power to her swing and has become a more consistent terminal hitter at the net. Scarlett's improvement in blocking and serve receive make her a reliable option on the outside. She competes with a calm edge — steady, composed, and confident in big moments. <strong>~Theresa @prepdigdakotas</strong><br>➡️ <em>This club season, watch for Scarlett to evolve into a go-to scorer — driving tempo, owning first contact, and continuing to elevate her game on both sides of the ball.</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["733246"],"_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-6914f61292ef7"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='733246' first='Keely' last='Alleman'] | Middle Blocker</strong><br>[player_tooltip player_id='733246' first='Keely' last='Alleman'] has turned into a dominant net presence with her ability to close blocks and control space. Her footwork and reaction time have improved dramatically, giving her an edge in reading hitters and shutting down the middle of the court. Offensively, she runs quicks with precision and connects well in transition. Alleman's competitiveness fuels her team's energy. <strong>~Theresa @prepdigdakotas</strong><br>➡️ <em>This club season, expect Keely to keep building on that foundation — becoming an even more explosive blocker and reliable scoring option through the middle.</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["736225"],"_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-6914f61292f66"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='736225' first='Leah' last='Coequyt'] | Middle Blocker</strong><br>[player_tooltip player_id='736225' first='Leah' last='Coequyt'] continues to grow into a powerful and athletic middle who plays with purpose. Her quick lateral movement and clean transitions make her effective on both sides of the ball. She's learned to anticipate plays earlier and bring energy to every point. Coequyt's communication and leadership stand out — she's constantly engaged, elevating those around her. <strong>~Theresa @prepdigdakotas</strong><br>➡️ <em>This club season, watch for Leah to expand her offensive range, command the net with even more confidence, and take her all-around game to another level.</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong><em>Thank you to all my readers for making this journey possible. My goal has always been simple—to shine a light on athletes at every level, from Division I to NAIA, and give them a platform to keep chasing their love for the game. Every player deserves a shot, and I'm honored to help tell their stories.</em></strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong><em>Please help us continue to grow this positive platform for players by spreading the word and encouraging your friends to subscribe at&nbsp;<a href="https://prepdig.com/">PrepDig.com.</a>&nbsp;With your support, we can create unforgettable memories and experiences!</em></strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>This journey is created by the village—athletes, coaches, families, and subscribers.</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Thank you for making it all possible! ~ Theresa Hickman</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Follow on Instagram@prepdigdakotas</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->