Rockin’ Right Sides at Prep Dig Exposure Tour: Michigan

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The right-side position continues to expand beyond just a blocking role, and this group of hitters shows how valuable versatility, arm speed, and competitive edge have become. These athletes stood out for how they score, how they handle imperfect situations, and how their skill sets continue to improve moving forward.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">[player_tooltip player_id='905924' first='Alexis' last='Borodychuk']</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Borodychuk is a 5'7" right-side hitter from Mount Pleasant High School in the sophomore class. Borodychuk plays bigger than her listed height due to timing and aggressiveness. She attacks quickly off one foot and shows confidence when swinging against a formed block. Her arm is compact and fast, allowing her to score in tight windows. She does a good job tooling off the block rather than forcing straight power. Defensively, she transitions well and stays engaged in coverage.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">[player_tooltip player_id='907227' first='Sophie' last='Perkins']</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Perkins is a 5'7" right-side hitter from Grand Blanc High School, class of 2028. Perkins brings balance and control to the right side. She is technically sound with consistent footwork and repeatable accuracy when swinging. She excels at keeping the ball in play while still applying pressure, particularly cross-court. Her decision-making is advanced for her age, choosing smart shots rather than forcing kills.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">[player_tooltip player_id='821912' first='Alexis' last='Steward']</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:image {"id":860114,"width":"169px","height":"auto","sizeSlug":"thumbnail","linkDestination":"none","align":"left"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image alignleft size-thumbnail is-resized"><img src="https://prepdig.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2025/08/113-Alexis-Steward.jpg?w=150&amp;h=150&amp;crop=1" alt="" class="wp-image-860114" style="width:169px;height:auto" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">[player_tooltip player_id='821912' first='Alexis' last='Steward'], 2028.</figcaption></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Steward is a 5'10" right-side hitter from Canton High School's sophomore class. Steward has a physical frame that translates well at the net. She shows natural blocking instincts and presses cleanly across the tape. Offensively, she hits a heavy ball when set in rhythm and looks good attacking off the net. Her reach gives her margin for error, and as her tempo is consistent. She looks like a strong terminal option on the right side.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">[player_tooltip player_id='919397' first='Isabella' last='Granillo'] </h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Granillo is a 5'5" right-side hitter from Port Huron High School, class of 2028. Granillo relies on speed and creativity. She moves extremely well laterally and gets off the ground quickly, which helps her compete against bigger blockers. Her best work comes in transition, where she finds open space with roll shots and sharp angles. She also contributes with ball control and court awareness. She is a high-energy and high-impact player.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">[player_tooltip player_id='919888' first='Jillian' last='Daitch']</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Daitch is a 5'10" right-side hitter from Bloomfield Hills High School, class of 2029. Daitch is a high-ceiling prospect with length and raw power. She already shows strong arm strength and a high contact point. Blocking is a clear strength, as she takes away the line effectively and reads attackers well. Offensively, she is still refining shot selection, but the tools are evident. With technical refinement, she projects as a dominant two-way right side.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">[player_tooltip player_id='920383' first='Kaitlyn' last='Duneske']</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Duneske is a 5'10" right-side from Mercy High School's sophomore class. Duneske plays with physical confidence and presence. She attacks assertively and is comfortable swinging against the block. Her approach is efficient, and she generates power without overswinging. She also shows good awareness in coverage and transition defense. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">[player_tooltip player_id='828809' first='Addison' last='Carroll']</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Carroll is a 5'9" right-side hitter from Utica High School, class of 2029. Carroll shows strong fundamentals and composure beyond her years. She tracks the ball well and adjusts her approach to the set, which allows her to stay effective in broken plays. Her swing is controlled, and she places the ball intelligently. She is also a great blocker with good hand positioning.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->