2028 Defenders Chilling the Competition

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>We have had our eyes on teams and players across the PNW throughout January. This group of 2028 defenders caught our attention in Eugene, Seattle, and Utah for good measure. Expect this group to have opposing hitters searching for answers all year long after another ball is dug up to save a point. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["750289"],"_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_0_evaluation":"England was excellent defensively for La Center during the high school season. She is with Excel NW 16 Lux and is off to a terrific start at the libero position. England is a gritty defender who plays with all our hustle and excellent positive energy. The 2028 prospect has been delivering dimes, setting out of system so far, and can dig out explosive swings sent her way down the line.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6642e2bcb336b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["509446"],"_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_0_evaluation":"The Wenatchee standout is playing up with NCWVBC 18 Gold, bringing the intensity and making plays all over the court for her team. Berry was a menace in Utah; teams were frustrated trying to put balls away against the 5'7u0022 libero. Berry can make highlight reel digs and will backset the second ball to her pins with accuracy. She is a defender to watch this season!","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6642e2bcb34da"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["914633"],"_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_0_evaluation":"Kenlon is a quick and talented defender playing for 253 Elite 16 Ekahi. She had an outstanding season at Orting and was named to the All-Area team after helping the Cardinals reach the state tournament. Kenlon and 253 have already stacked us with several wins in the first month of the club calendar- her skill and smart defending will help keep the team battling and playing competitive matches all season.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6642e2bcb35c5"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["939454"],"_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_0_evaluation":"Ngo has the libero jersey for [program_tooltip program_id='747679' first='Emerald' last='Rain'] and is covering ground and handling the seams in serve receive. Ngo is comfortable using her hands to set from the back row and is delivering accurate sets to her hitters. She reads the ball quickly out of the server's hand, and she shows an early platform that eliminates any swinging as she passes. Ngo is poised for a big year in club before she rolls into her junior season with North Thurston.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6642e2bcb363c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["882416"],"_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-689aba8f71026"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Miller featured as a defensive specialist for PSVBA at the Matt Hartner tournament in Eugene. The Fife 2028 prospect was confident covering her attackers from the right back position, and Miller was locked in, handling tips and hard swings. She played all across the back row in serve receive and looked calm, handling tough jump float serves. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->