Which 2029s Made a Splash at Iowa Exposure Tour?

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>We're due for a thrilling 15s season in the Iowa Region.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Our coverage from last Sunday's Iowa Exposure Tour rolls on. Dozens of elite athletes converged on Des Moines for another high-level showcase on the Prep Dig Circuit. We just covered a handful of <a href="https://prepdig.com/2025/12/breakout-2028s-emerge-at-iowa-exposure-tour/">2028s</a> who made their mark in the Horizon Event Center, but we can go much deeper into the underclassman ranks.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>So, bring on the Class of 2029. These up-and-coming players just completed their first year on the high school side, and most will look forward to joining the 15s spotlight this spring. We still have plenty to learn about the 2029s, making events like the Iowa Exposure Tour even more valuable.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Here are a few players who got a headstart on their journey.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["778584"],"_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-693c81c696708"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Who doesn't love a lefty opposite? Brunkhorst wielded a wicked southpaw swing at Sunday's outing and will do the same for Iowa PowerPlex 15U Mendieta. This 2029 attacker brings a tremendous amount of length to the net, but she doesn't let her impressive frame slow her down. Brunkhorst is a fluid mover who can adjust to any set she's given on the right side. Her quickness is also an asset when she's squaring up as a wing blocker, and Brunkhorst churned out some highlight-worthy defensive plays in Des Moines. Here's a freshman opposite to rally around.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["780317"],"_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-693c81c69677a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Let's keep rolling with the PowerPlex pins. Walker should form quite a left-right duo with Brunkhorst in the 15U Mendieta lineup. We saw several strong pass-to-attack outside hitters at the Iowa Exposure Tour, and Walker added to the list from the Class of 2029. She is explosive off two feet and can terminate in various gaps in front of the setter. Walker is also the kind of all-around player who can help her teammates thrive with strong passing and vocal leadership. It's the perfect medley for a standout showcase performance.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["768896"],"_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-693c81c6967c8"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">We're back in the [program_tooltip program_id='555793' first='RVA' last='Roots'] gym with another versatile athlete who has catalyzed the club's quick rise. Skinner, who should be a future impact player at Johnson, exhibited her prowess on both pins through Sunday's showcase. She eagerly anchors the serve-receive pattern and keeps that stable platform as a floor defender. Skinner's transition digs were impressive, but she can also be the one to take those out-of-system swings in scramble situations. That full repertoire will pay dividends in the Iowa Region.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["765950"],"_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-693c81c696811"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Iowa Impact has been a mainstay of our post-showcase coverage, so we ought to bring this 15-1 Elite defender into the picture. Humphrey's first steps always put her in the right position when she showed up on the Exposure Tour stage. The Ankeny Centennial freshman also saw chances to display her finesse as a secondary setter, keeping her pin hitters in a groove. Even after dedicating an entire feature to backcourt standouts, we have a few on our radar from last weekend's event.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["903703"],"_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-693c81c69685a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">This is a perfect chance to get some Quad Cities representation into the mix. Biver made the snowy trek from Western Dubuque and capitalized on her journey to West Des Moines. She set the tone with several strong passing reps and maintained her intensity during six-on-six scrimmages. The eastern Iowa prep scene is quickly expanding, allowing Biver to join many of her high school teammates for club competition in 2026. This high-level experience should keep Biver in the spotlight among her peers.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["782157"],"_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-693c81c6968a1"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Williamsburg High School was well represented at Sunday's event, but Jensen was the only 2029 who saw the floor for the varsity Raiders last fall. She took full advantage of this high honor, nearly churning out triple-digit digs and logging several successful scoring runs behind the line. Jensen will take her talents to an [program_tooltip program_id='431948' first='Iowa' last='Rockets'] 15R team whose expectations are taking off into 2026.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->