Arkansas: Bullins Join Rankings, Shelby and Matthews Joins Top 10

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Arkansas volleyball's senior class is stepping into the spotlight in a big way. Prep Dig's latest update to the Class of 2026 rankings brings major growth to the database, with more than 400 athlete profiles now representing seniors across the state. This updated ranking paints a clear picture of a senior class that has left its mark on Arkansas volleyball.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">[player_tooltip player_id='815254' first='Kennedy' last='Bullins'] Joins The Rankings, State Champion at Marion High School</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["815254"],"_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-696c60e810735"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='815254' first='Kennedy' last='Bullins'] of Marion High is a powerful, high-impact senior who brings a complete skill set to the court and consistently delivers at a top-tier level. Bullins recorded 1,018 kills, a .298 hitting percentage, 96 solo blocks, 233 total blocks, and 89 assists, numbers that underline her ability to influence every phase of the game. She plays with a high contact point and a heavy arm swing that makes her a difficult attacker to contain. Her high volleyball IQ shows in her ability to tip and place the ball with purpose. Bullins sets the standard for Marion's senior class and fits the profile of a true top 5 prospect in Arkansas.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">[player_tooltip player_id='749415' first='Lydia' last='Matthews'] Enters The Top 10 of Arkansas '26 Rankings</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["749415"],"_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-696c60e81079a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='749415' first='Lydia' last='Matthews'] of Mayflower is a senior who finds ways to impact every rally. Her stats highlight 1,244 kills. Matthews' influence goes beyond her career kill count. She's a steady defensive presence with 743 digs, applies pressure from the service line, and consistently makes plays even when Mayflower is out of system. When in system, her fast arm swing and quick tempo make her a difficult attacker to contain.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Shelby Earns #2 Spot in the DS/L Position</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["743777"],"_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-696c60e8107e4"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='809375' first='Ella' last='Shelby'] climbed 20 spots in the rankings after a season of steady production. Her stats show 1,476 digs and 1,444 receptions during her career. Shelby provides leadership on and off the court, consistently having a solid platform and communicating effectively. Her calm presence helps stabilize her team, even in high-pressure situations. Shelby is committed to the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith, a college with a deep history of standout liberos.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>- Hannah Watkins, Prep Dig Arkansas Lead Scout, @prepdighannah on IG/X.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->