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MN Exposure Tour: Defenders Who Set the Tone

MN Exposure Tour: Defenders Who Set the Tone
Autumn Christianson
Autumn Christianson December 17, 2025 @ 09:56 AM
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Lillian Klapperich
Lillian Klapperich 5'6" | DS/L | 2029
MN
Payton Hill
Payton Hill 5'5" | DS/L | 2028
MN
Emma Greene
Emma Greene 5'3" | DS/L | 2029
MN
Olivia Struck
Olivia Struck 5'5" | DS/L | 2028
MN
Nora Thieschafer
Nora Thieschafer 5'5" | OH/DS/L | 2028
MN
Mylie Hesse
Mylie Hesse 5'6" | DS/L | 2028
MN
<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Competitive defensive specialists were a major part of Prep Dig Exposure Tour Sessions 1 &amp; 2 in Bloomington, MN, using the entire court to impact the game. Defensive specialist/Libero (DS/L) prospects demonstrated strong ability and determination to compete with confidence, toughness, and composure at the net.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["911440"],"_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-6940b39484bf5"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Klapperich demonstrated advanced defensive instincts relative to her age group by consistently positioning herself in optimal defensive locations in the backcourt. Klapperich was confident in her ability to handle serve receive, maintained control of first contact, and demonstrated range and effort when she pursued balls beyond the limits of her platform.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["756902"],"_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-6940b39484c77"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Struck was steady and composed in serve receive, delivering clean first contacts throughout play. Defensively, she anticipated well and read hitters effectively, allowing her to stay balanced and keep her team in system during longer rallies. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["901659"],"_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-6940b39484cd3"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Hill earned attention through consistency and court coverage. She tracked the ball effectively and demonstrated reliable ball control when targeted by opposing servers, extending points and creating opportunities for her team to reset offensively.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["746229"],"_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-6940b39484d42"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Thieschafer displayed strong fundamentals and composure in the back row. She communicated effectively and maintained a solid platform, providing dependable serve, receive, and steady transition defense throughout the session.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["886630"],"_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-6940b39484da0"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Greene competed with high energy and effort on every contact. She showed good court awareness for her age and wasn't hesitant to step into difficult defensive situations, standing out for her hustle and competitive mindset.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["720964"],"_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-6940b39484df3"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Hesse demonstrated quick reactions and strong defensive instincts. She tracked attacks well and was effective at digging hard-driven swings, establishing herself as a reliable presence in the backcourt.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->

Competitive defensive specialists were a major part of Prep Dig Exposure Tour Sessions 1 & 2 in Bloomington, MN, using the entire court to impact the game. Defensive specialist/Libero (DS/L) prospects demonstrated strong ability and determination to compete with confidence, toughness, and composure at the net.

Lillian Klapperich

Lillian Klapperich

HEIGHT 5'6"
POS DS/L
CLASS 2029
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Lillian
Klapperich DS/L
Class
2029
Height
5'6"
MN
MN Exposure Tour: Defenders Who Set the Tone
Klapperich demonstrated advanced defensive instincts relative to her age group by consistently positioning herself in optimal defensive locations...
Written by Autumn Christianson
Read more at PrepDig.com
Prep Dig

Lillian Klapperich

State: Minnesota
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Olivia Struck

Olivia Struck

HEIGHT 5'5"
POS DS/L
CLASS 2028
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Olivia
Struck DS/L
Class
2028
Height
5'5"
HS
Elk River
|
MN
MN Exposure Tour: Defenders Who Set the Tone
Struck was steady and composed in serve receive, delivering clean first contacts throughout play. Defensively, she anticipated well...
Written by Autumn Christianson
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Olivia Struck

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State: Minnesota
School: Elk River
Club: Crossfire Volleyball
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Payton Hill

Payton Hill

HEIGHT 5'5"
POS DS/L
CLASS 2028
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Payton
Hill DS/L
Class
2028
Height
5'5"
MN
MN Exposure Tour: Defenders Who Set the Tone
Hill earned attention through consistency and court coverage. She tracked the ball effectively and demonstrated reliable ball control...
Written by Autumn Christianson
Read more at PrepDig.com
Prep Dig

Payton Hill

State: Minnesota
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Nora Thieschafer

Nora Thieschafer

MN
OH/DS/L
HEIGHT 5'5"
POS OH/DS/L
CLASS 2028
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Nora
Thieschafer OH/DS/L
Class
2028
Height
5'5"
HS
Sauk Centre
|
MN
MN Exposure Tour: Defenders Who Set the Tone
Thieschafer displayed strong fundamentals and composure in the back row. She communicated effectively and maintained a solid platform,...
Written by Autumn Christianson
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Prep Dig

Nora Thieschafer

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State: Minnesota
School: Sauk Centre
Club: Midwest Power Volleyball
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Emma Greene

Emma Greene

HEIGHT 5'3"
POS DS/L
CLASS 2029
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Emma
Greene DS/L
Class
2029
Height
5'3"
HS
Rochester Century
|
MN
MN Exposure Tour: Defenders Who Set the Tone
Greene competed with high energy and effort on every contact. She showed good court awareness for her age...
Written by Autumn Christianson
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Prep Dig

Emma Greene

Instagram
State: Minnesota
School: Rochester Century
Club: Southern Minnesota Volleyball
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Highlights

Mylie Hesse

Mylie Hesse

MN
DS/L
HEIGHT 5'6"
POS DS/L
CLASS 2028
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Mylie
Hesse DS/L
Class
2028
Height
5'6"
HS
Rocori
|
MN
MN Exposure Tour: Defenders Who Set the Tone
Hesse demonstrated quick reactions and strong defensive instincts. She tracked attacks well and was effective at digging hard-driven...
Written by Autumn Christianson
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Mylie Hesse

Instagram
State: Minnesota
School: Rocori
Club: AVB Fire
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