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Explosiveness, Composure, and Backcourt Discipline

Explosiveness, Composure, and Backcourt Discipline
Michelle Bamford
Michelle Bamford December 22, 2025 @ 02:23 PM
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Zoe Anderson
Zoe Anderson 5'5" | DS/L | 2028
AZ
Ava Romero
Ava Romero 5'11" | MB/RS | 2028
AZ
Paige Clarke
Paige Clarke 5'8" | S | 2028
AZ
Nia Tinsley
Nia Tinsley 5'7" | OH/RS | 2028
AZ
<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The PrepDig Exposure Tour has officially wrapped, and we are highlighting the MVPs and Top Performers who stepped into competitive roles and delivered in every rotation. The Arizona stop in Mesa featured athletes who played with pace, physicality, and composure, showing the ability to impact matches in both structured and chaotic moments.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Coach <strong>Brenna Klingenberg</strong> evaluated her court and selected one MVP and three Top Performers who stood out for their explosiveness, decision making, and ability to elevate play across multiple phases of the game.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["768939"],"_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-6949a8bcaef1f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='768939' first='Nia' last='Tinsley']</strong> named MVP at PrepDig's Exposure Tour in Mesa, AZ.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Nia was an explosive offensive weapon from both the front and back row. She consistently took big swings and was never hesitant to shoulder offensive responsibility in pressure moments. Her speed, vertical, and ability to read plays out of system allowed her to stay effective even when rallies broke down.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Nia shared that her athleticism and ability to read the game are core strengths in her performance. She continues to work on placing the ball more strategically while maintaining aggression. Her willingness to compete fearlessly and deliver in big moments made her the clear MVP on this 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":["779409"],"_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-6949a8bcaef87"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='779409' first='Paige' last='Clarke']</strong> named Top Performer at PrepDig's Exposure Tour in Mesa, AZ.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Paige brought calm control to the setter position, running the floor with confidence and precision. She consistently delivered clean location and improved the second contact for her hitters, allowing the offense to stay fast and efficient. Her ability to score from the service line added another layer of pressure for opposing teams.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Paige shared that her serve and fast tempo setting are strengths that help her impact matches. She is currently working on becoming more offensive at the net while improving her blocking and vertical. Her poise, hand quality, and offensive rhythm stood out throughout the session.</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":["879094"],"_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-6949a8bcaefd1"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='879094' first='Zoe' last='Anderson']</strong> named Top Performer at PrepDig's Exposure Tour in Mesa, AZ.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Zoe was a quiet leader who made a loud impact in the backcourt. Her serve consistently applied pressure, and her serve receive stayed steady above standard. She moved with quick feet, read plays early, and defended angles effectively against hard driven attacks.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Zoe described herself as a disciplined and dynamic back row leader, and that description matched her performance. She is currently working on refining defensive angles against kills and continues to elevate her all around game. Her reliability and composure helped stabilize her court throughout the day.</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":["786065"],"_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-6949a8bcaf01c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='786065' first='Ava' last='Romero']</strong> named Top Performer at PrepDig's Exposure Tour in Mesa, AZ.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Ava made her presence known at the net with consistent blocking discipline. She always went up to take away space, forcing hitters to adjust, and brought strong energy through encouragement and communication with her teammates. Her serve was another reliable weapon, showing a high success rate and accuracy to called targets.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Ava shared that leadership and continual improvement are central goals for her development. Her background in hunting and fishing has translated into patience, discipline, and mental toughness on the court, traits that were evident throughout the showcase. Ava's steady presence and commitment to team success earned her Top Performer recognition.</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:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>✨ If You Enjoyed This Article, Help Us Keep the Momentum Going</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>🔥 <strong>Players</strong><br>Use this article to grow. Take notes, study what makes others stand out, and apply it to your own journey. Want to take the next step? Reach out to a featured athlete and introduce yourself. Build connections, not just stats.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>📣 <strong>Club Coaches &amp; Directors</strong><br>Share this with your teams. If your athletes are highlighted, celebrate them. Post it, tag us, and help their stories reach the right eyes. Visibility matters.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>🎯 <strong>College Coaches</strong><br>Tag these athletes in University Athlete and evaluate them as potential fits for your program. We continue tracking their growth and impact through Recruitable Credentials, the indicators coaches trust. Follow their progress with us and keep these prospects on your radar.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>🙏 <strong>Parents &amp; Supporters</strong><br>Thank you for being the backbone of this movement. Your subscriptions, shares, and belief in your athletes make this work possible. Help a player get discovered — share this article and tag @PrepDigCA and @PrepDigArizona.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>🚀 <strong><a href="https://prepdig.com/my-account/subscriptions/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Upgrade to a PrepDig+ Subscription</a></strong><br>Access exclusive rankings, deeper analysis, and the full Prospect Index to follow every athlete's journey.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>📌 In Case You Missed It</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading"><a href="https://prepdig.com/arizona/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Here are a few recent stories gaining traction across Arizona.</a></h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:image {"id":922240,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://prepdig.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2025/12/image_16140f.png?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-922240" /></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Thank you for making today's wins matter — one article, one player, one memory at a time.</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>~ Michelle Bamford @Coachable247</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->

The PrepDig Exposure Tour has officially wrapped, and we are highlighting the MVPs and Top Performers who stepped into competitive roles and delivered in every rotation. The Arizona stop in Mesa featured athletes who played with pace, physicality, and composure, showing the ability to impact matches in both structured and chaotic moments.

Nia Tinsley

Nia Tinsley

AZ
OH/RS
HEIGHT 5'7"
POS OH/RS
CLASS 2028
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Nia
Tinsley OH/RS
Class
2028
Height
5'7"
HS
Horizon
|
AZ
Explosiveness, Composure, and Backcourt Discipline
Nia Tinsley named MVP at PrepDig’s Exposure Tour in Mesa, AZ. Nia was an explosive offensive weapon from...
Written by Michelle Bamford
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Nia Tinsley

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State: Arizona
School: Horizon
Club: Arizona Storm Volleyball Club
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Paige Clarke

Paige Clarke

AZ
S
HEIGHT 5'8"
POS S
CLASS 2028
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Paige
Clarke S
Class
2028
Height
5'8"
HS
Sahuarita
|
AZ
Explosiveness, Composure, and Backcourt Discipline
Paige Clarke named Top Performer at PrepDig’s Exposure Tour in Mesa, AZ. Paige brought calm control to the...
Written by Michelle Bamford
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Paige Clarke

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State: Arizona
School: Sahuarita
Club: Cactus Juniors Volleyball Club
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Zoe Anderson

Zoe Anderson

AZ
DS/L
HEIGHT 5'5"
POS DS/L
CLASS 2028
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Zoe
Anderson DS/L
Class
2028
Height
5'5"
HS
AZ College Prep
|
AZ
Explosiveness, Composure, and Backcourt Discipline
Zoe Anderson named Top Performer at PrepDig’s Exposure Tour in Mesa, AZ. Zoe was a quiet leader who...
Written by Michelle Bamford
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State: Arizona
School: AZ College Prep
Club: Club One AZ
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Ava Romero

Ava Romero

AZ
MB/RS
HEIGHT 5'11"
POS MB/RS
CLASS 2028
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Ava
Romero MB/RS
Class
2028
Height
5'11"
HS
Liberty
|
AZ
Explosiveness, Composure, and Backcourt Discipline
Ava Romero named Top Performer at PrepDig’s Exposure Tour in Mesa, AZ. Ava made her presence known at...
Written by Michelle Bamford
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School: Liberty
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