Super Roster 4: The Momentum Shifters

Built on emotion, presence, and game-changing impact.   Some athletes make plays. Others make moments. This roster is built from athletes who have presence — players whose confidence, physicality, and expressive energy shift the tone of a match. They bring intimidation at the net, expressive energy in celebration, and disruptive quality in rallies. They don't just compete — they command.   <h3 class="wp-block-heading">Outside Hitters</h3>    Samira plays with expressive confidence. Her swing is fast and assertive, but it's her urgency and energy that make her a tone-setter on the pin. She competes openly — celebrating, communicating, elevating — and her emotional presence often lifts the gym. She doesn't just attack; she announces her impact. A true momentum-builder. ~ Samantha Fitzgerald @BenchtoBeast     Sabrina brings composure and force. Her length gives her immediate advantage, but it's her posture and calm contact that separate her — she doesn't rush swings, she controls them. Her block presence is equally composed, with disciplined hand sealing and strong perimeter reads. Her game feels mature, grounded, and competitive without being chaotic. ~ Samantha Fitzgerald @BenchtoBeast    <h3 class="wp-block-heading">Middle Blockers</h3>    McKenzie plays with strength and intention. Her block timing is clean, her closing range is controlled, and her approach mechanics are sharp. She carries herself confidently — not emotionally loud, but impactfully present. She picks balls cleanly at the top of the tape and attacks with a purposeful, direct swing. A middle who feels anchored and reliable. ~ Samantha Fitzgerald @BenchtoBeast     Kaitlyn brings undeniable energy to the net. Her hustle and blocking persistence change rallies — even when she doesn't stuff the ball, she alters it. She stays engaged across plays, tracks setters early, and stays vocal in coverage. She brings hustle-based leadership and competes like every point matters (because to her, it does). ~ Samantha Fitzgerald @BenchtoBeast    <h3 class="wp-block-heading">Setter </h3>    Samantha is a command-center setter. She is assertive, vocal, and directs the offense with decisive confidence. Her ball tempo is intentional, her communication consistent, and her competitive presence elevates the energy in the gym. She doesn't just set — she leads the match flow. Her blockers trust her reads, her hitters trust her rhythm, and her energy is commanding. ~ Samantha Fitzgerald @BenchtoBeast    <h3 class="wp-block-heading">Libero / DS </h3>    Adeline brings grit, tone, and composure to the backcourt. She plays all-out, with fearless pursuit and disciplined reads — but what stands out is how vocal and directive she is in coverage and rotations. She stabilizes serve-receive but also ignites rallies, diving, scooping, and emotionally resetting her team. A gritty, expressive defender with an anchor mentality. ~ Samantha Fitzgerald @BenchtoBeast    This lineup would change the emotional feel of a match. They're the athletes that fuel momentum, shift pressure, respond to tight situations not with restraint — but with intensity. They don't just play volleyball. They affect it.   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

Built on emotion, presence, and game-changing impact.