Top players who have made a switch for 2026

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The new year brings change for some of the top athletes who have decided to start 2026 with a new club. We are looking at a few names who will be wearing different jersey to start the club season and where they have opted to go. Some uber talented names like [player_tooltip player_id='212249' first='Cameron' last='Owens'] &amp; <a href="https://prepdig.com/player/lexi-hensley-2/">Lexie Hensley</a> have opted to go a different route this year, also included are some younger talent who are switching up their paths as well! Read on to learn of some of Kentucky's top prospects and where they chose to play for 2026, and best of luck to all! We will be watching!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["852131"],"_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-695edabb83cbf"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Sydney will represent Union for the 2026 club season but will no doubt bring that same intensity she had with her previous club. With an impressive skill set Sydney is a gamechanger on the court, she can potentially be anything a coach wants her to be equally as impressive. She has a text book powerful swing with good vertical from either pin. She can dig with the best of them keeping the ball in play working well with her teammates and has exceptional court IQ to make herself readily available for any play. She is the ultimate athlete giving 110%, she is one you want to play with not against.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["890370"],"_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-695edabb83d2d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Maryn has made the move to KIVA for the upcoming season. An athlete that has been flying under the raider maybe for some but we predict is going to potentially have a breakout season. Dunham was impressive in high school season for FD racking up the kills quietly but effectively. She is a solid competitor that brings her A game to the court with a powerful swing and excellent ball control. We are excited to see how the season goes with big expectations.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["535188"],"_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-695edabb83d77"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Brooke has made the move to MAVA for this season. An pillar for the Sayre Spartans with an incredible season, voted PrepDig Player of the Week this past fall. Brooke is invaluable on the court with her quick play and her all around versatility getting the job done!. She is everywhere on the court and can carry the team, she supports her teammates and has endless energy with maximum output. She has polished skill and is the consummate player, coaches love her and her talent and commitment to the sport runs deep. No doubt she will shine on any court, she is a huge asset.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["755065"],"_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-695edabb83dbe"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Taylor is back with Lex United after a season away. Taylor brings a huge variety of immense skill to the court with impressive plays and a big swing and block. She is stealthy in her play, is a fierce competitor with a full toolbox to compliment her positive attitude and enthusiasm. We hope we get to see play from a few positions from her teams loaded roster. She is a playmaker on the court and this season looks to be shaping up to be a an exciting one for her. We are excited to watch her performance and know she will hit the mark she's aiming for!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["662587"],"_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-695edabb83e11"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Clarke has made the switch to KIVA for the 2026 season. A promising Freshman that delivered consistently through the season. We look to see Clarke hone her skills this season and continue with her exceptional play for her new club! She is a confident player that oozes talent and brings a lot to the court for her age competing at the Varsity level this past HS season. We will be keeping tabs on her journey and are excited to see her game grow, no doubt she will continue to shine! </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["523334"],"_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-695edabb83e58"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Lexi will join forces with Lex United for the 2026 season. An impressive player coming off a solid HS season where we saw a ton of talent that makes her one of the top tier for 2026. A lethal swing and an equally impressive block will make Lexi a force to deal with on the court for this season. We see her being a big contributor to the front line on deeply talented roster that should rise to the top and she fits perfectly. Hensley will no doubt put out in 110% effort as always as we see her rise to occasion for 2026. She will dominate!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->