Blocking Power, Shot Variety, and Terminal Pins

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em><a href="https://prepdig.com/all-events/?type=Showcase" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">The 2025 Prep Dig Exposure Tour is officially LIVE. Use code BamfordPD25 to register today.</a></em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The PrepDig Exposure Tour is in full effect and we are highlighting the MVPs and Top Performers who stepped into competitive roles and delivered in every rotation. SoCal demanded <strong>smart swings, defensive trust, and communication that never dropped</strong>, and this group rose to the moment.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>College coach <strong>Emily Foster</strong> evaluated her court and selected one MVP and three Top Performers who made consistent, winning impacts throughout the day.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["507975"],"_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-69373cadc84a9"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='809910' first='Ellouisa' last='Quiel']</strong> named MVP at PrepDig's Exposure Tour in Gardena, CA.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Coach Foster praised Lou for bringing her best to every drill and every phase of the game. She was a dominant blocker, closing seams and taking away space above the net. Offensively, she showed range attacking a variety of sets while staying fast and intentional in transition. Her competitive energy was matched with uplifting leadership that kept her teammates confident through long rallies.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Ellouisa's presence elevated the entire court. She played high over the net, embraced challenges, and impacted the match everywhere she rotated.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">~ Michelle Bamford @Coachable247</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["778928"],"_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-69373cadc852a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='778928' first='Izabella' last='Slavkov']</strong> named Top Performer at PrepDig's Exposure Tour in Gardena, CA.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Izabella was one of the most well rounded outsides in the gym. She supplied terminal offense with a wide range of shot choices that challenged the block and helped keep her team scoring. She also contributed steady and clean defense, showing balance in both phases of play.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Izabella shared that her strongest skill is placing the ball into open spots when full power attacks are not available. She takes pride in being resourceful, staying consistent, and bringing energy that teammates can feel. A former gymnast of six years, her strength and body control show up in her swing and movement.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Her hustle and positivity set a standard on her court.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">~ Michelle Bamford @Coachable247</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["741180"],"_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-69373cadc8599"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='741180' first='Chloe' last='Hernandez']</strong> named Top Performer at PrepDig's Exposure Tour in Gardena, CA.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Chloe brought much needed defensive stability to her court. She showed strong range in platform angles, delivered out of system sets that kept rallies alive, and consistently anchored the serve receive pattern. Her reliability allowed hitters to stay aggressive and take bigger swings knowing she had coverage handled.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Chloe competed with intention and confidence from the back row, helping her side control the rally flow.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">~ Michelle Bamford @Coachable247</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["708497"],"_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-69373cadc85ef"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='708497' first='Lailah' last='Clayborne']</strong> named Top Performer at PrepDig's Exposure Tour in Gardena, CA.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Lailah's physicality demanded attention. She showcased an unmatched arm, scoring both in front and behind the setter while staying aggressive through contact. She communicated constantly and looked for ways to help teammates, showing maturity in how she competes.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>She shared that she is working to expand her hitter's toolbox with smarter decisions and improved volleyball IQ. Lailah aims to be a terminal pin hitter, building off her success in the middle last season. Off the court, she is a published author of two books and loves to paint, highlighting a creative side that adds to her competitive personality.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>She proved to be one of the most dangerous offensive threats in the gym.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">~ Michelle Bamford @Coachable247</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>PrepDig Exposure Tour will continue spotlighting players who step into the moment ready to grow, perform, and be seen.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>If you enjoyed this article, please help us keep the momentum going!</strong></h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:image {"id":885470,"width":"125px","height":"auto","sizeSlug":"full","linkDestination":"none","align":"left"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image alignleft size-full is-resized"><img src="https://prepdig.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2025/09/image_cf4e03.png" alt="" class="wp-image-885470" style="width:125px;height:auto" /></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>✨ <strong>Help a player get discovered </strong>— share this article using the share buttons and tag us on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/prepdigca/?hl=en"><strong>PrepDigCa</strong></a>!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:image {"lightbox":{"enabled":false},"id":770394,"width":"98px","height":"auto","sizeSlug":"full","linkDestination":"custom","align":"left"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image alignleft size-full is-resized"><a href="https://prepdig.com/subscribe/"><img src="https://prepdig.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2025/04/image_ff10cb.png" alt="" class="wp-image-770394" style="width:98px;height:auto" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>🚀 <strong><a href="https://prepdig.com/my-account/subscriptions/">Upgrade to a PrepDig+ Subscription</a></strong> — exclusive rankings, in-depth analysis, and access to the full <a href="https://prepdig.com/prospect-index/"><strong>prospect index</strong></a>.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:image {"id":894323,"width":"126px","height":"auto","sizeSlug":"full","linkDestination":"none","align":"left"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image alignleft size-full is-resized"><img src="https://prepdig.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2025/10/image_e42f4e.png" alt="" class="wp-image-894323" style="width:126px;height:auto" /></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <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 {"className":""} --> <p>We're hitting 20+ cities across the country this winter to give athletes a platform to compete, get seen, and level up. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p> <strong>Use Code: BamfordPD25</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>🔥 <strong>Players</strong> — Use this article to grow. 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