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Latest 2027 Rankings: Five setter flying under the radar

Latest 2027 Rankings: Five setter flying under the radar
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Mike Graham
Mike Graham December 17, 2025 @ 09:09 PM
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Claudia Wheatley
Claudia Wheatley 5'5" | S | 2027
KY
Hailey Ryan
Hailey Ryan 5'6" | S | 2027
KY
Peyton Owens
Peyton Owens 5'3" | DS/L/S | 2027
KY
Riley O’Neil
Riley O’Neil S | 2027
KY
Mallory Fint
Mallory Fint 5'9" | S/OH | 2027
KY
<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Players can often fly under the radar being overshadowed by teammates. That may be the case for some of these players. However, they could become a great asset at the next level.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["459361"],"_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-6943689d9656a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Fint is turning into a sound all-around player for the Wolverines. Fint did not play club ball last spring, but is returning this spring. Fint splits time setting and hitting on the outside for Western Hills. Fint involves a number of hitters and reads defenses well. She will do setovers on second hits if she sees the openings in the middle on the other side of the court. She is also a good hitting option for the Wolverines on the outside. She does not hesitate to shove balls to open corners. Fint is also a sound passer and server for Western Hills. Fint had 225 assists, 180 kills, 196 digs and 33 aces for Western Hills this fall.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["776644"],"_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-6943689d965d2"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Ryan saw limited action for the Thoroughbreds this fall, but has shown potential in the past. She is extremely aggressive involving a number of hitters and has sound form. Ryan makes things happen serving the ball and puts zip on free balls.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["788322"],"_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-694368ed5e9e1"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Wheatley (pictured) had a nice season during a rough one for the Bravettes. Wheatley figures out which hitters are hot and does what she can to put balls at the top of their peaks. Wheatley has good instincts on the court. She can win jousts at the net. She can also tip balls to open parts of the court. Wheatley had 339 assists and 173 digs for Union County this past fall.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["603865"],"_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-69436d678b2a1"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Owens played more of a defensive role for the Colonels this past fall, but could move into the main setter role this fall with the main one graduating in the spring. Owens is consistent in the back court making sound two to three-point passes to get Christian County into a good offensive rhythm. Owens also paints back lines on her sound jump serves. Owens had 281 digs, 100 assists and 64 aces to help Christian County win the 8th District championship and drive to the 2nd Region semifinals.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["603475"],"_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-69436d678b328"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">O'Neil is making the most of a tough situation for Grace James. O'Neil makes sound sets and serves darts. O'Neil will work with an experienced team next season as Grace James had no seniors this year.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Note from the Writer</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Mike Graham has been writing for Prep Dig for nearly two years and has enjoyed getting to know the volleyball scenes in both Kentucky and Ohio. If you liked the story, please copy and paste to X (formerly Twitter) and Facebook. You may also follow us at @prepdigkentucky or @prepdigoh on Instagram in addition to @PrepDigKy or @PrepDigOH on X. If you feel someone in Kentucky or Ohio needs coverage or even have feedback on the Kentucky rankings, please email Mike at pnmikeg@yahoo.com. You may also follow him on X @GMCgrah or Instagram @g.michaelgraham. Subscriptions give you access to exclusive content. For a 30% discount, enter code graham30 at checkout.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->

Players can often fly under the radar being overshadowed by teammates. That may be the case for some of these players. However, they could become a great asset at the next level.

Mallory Fint

Mallory Fint

KY #127
S/OH #27
HEIGHT 5'9"
POS S/OH
CLASS 2027
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Mallory
Fint S/OH
Class
2027
Height
5'9"
HS
Western Hills
|
KY
Latest 2027 Rankings: Five setter flying under the radar
Fint is turning into a sound all-around player for the Wolverines. Fint did not play club ball last...
Written by Mike Graham
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Mallory Fint

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State: Kentucky
School: Western Hills
Club: Alpha Performance Volleyball Club

Fint is turning into a sound all-around player for the Wolverines. Fint did not play club ball last spring, but is returning this spring. Fint splits time setting and hitting on the outside for Western Hills. Fint involves a number of hitters and reads defenses well. She will do setovers on second hits if she sees the openings in the middle on the other side of the court. She is also a good hitting option for the Wolverines on the outside. She does not hesitate to shove balls to open corners. Fint is also a sound passer and server for Western Hills. Fint had 225 assists, 180 kills, 196 digs and 33 aces for Western Hills this fall.

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Hailey Ryan

Hailey Ryan

HEIGHT 5'6"
POS S
CLASS 2027
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Hailey Ryan

State: Kentucky
School: NCC
Club: Northern Kentucky Junior Volleyball (NKJV)

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Ryan saw limited action for the Thoroughbreds this fall, but has shown potential in the past. She is extremely aggressive involving a number of hitters and has sound form. Ryan makes things happen serving the ball and puts zip on…

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Claudia Wheatley

Claudia Wheatley

KY
S
HEIGHT 5'5"
POS S
CLASS 2027
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Claudia Wheatley

State: Kentucky
School: Union County

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Wheatley (pictured) had a nice season during a rough one for the Bravettes. Wheatley figures out which hitters are hot and does what she can to put balls at the top of their peaks. Wheatley has good instincts on the…

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Peyton Owens

Peyton Owens

KY #114
DS/L/S #36
HEIGHT 5'3"
POS DS/L/S
CLASS 2027
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Peyton
Owens DS/L/S
Class
2027
Height
5'3"
HS
Christian County
|
KY
Latest 2027 Rankings: Five setter flying under the radar
Owens played more of a defensive role for the Colonels this past fall, but could move into the...
Written by Mike Graham
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Peyton Owens

State: Kentucky
School: Christian County

Owens played more of a defensive role for the Colonels this past fall, but could move into the main setter role this fall with the main one graduating in the spring. Owens is consistent in the back court making sound two to three-point passes to get Christian County into a good offensive rhythm. Owens also paints back lines on her sound jump serves. Owens had 281 digs, 100 assists and 64 aces to help Christian County win the 8th District championship and drive to the 2nd Region semifinals.

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Riley O&#8217;Neil

Riley O’Neil

KY
S
POS S
CLASS 2027
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Riley O’Neil

State: Kentucky
School: Grace James
Club: UNION Volleyball Club

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O'Neil is making the most of a tough situation for Grace James. O'Neil makes sound sets and serves darts. O'Neil will work with an experienced team next season as Grace James had no seniors this year.

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Note from the Writer

Mike Graham has been writing for Prep Dig for nearly two years and has enjoyed getting to know the volleyball scenes in both Kentucky and Ohio. If you liked the story, please copy and paste to X (formerly Twitter) and Facebook. You may also follow us at @prepdigkentucky or @prepdigoh on Instagram in addition to @PrepDigKy or @PrepDigOH on X. If you feel someone in Kentucky or Ohio needs coverage or even have feedback on the Kentucky rankings, please email Mike at pnmikeg@yahoo.com. You may also follow him on X @GMCgrah or Instagram @g.michaelgraham. Subscriptions give you access to exclusive content. For a 30% discount, enter code graham30 at checkout.

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