Consistency and Effort In The Middle

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>As a middle blocker, the consistency, effort, and energy can be felt even if they're not directly involved in plays. These middles have shown that their relentless work ethic and physical abilities on both sides of the game can help shift the momentum at any given point.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["897617"],"_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-69a09f1391138"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='897617' first='Ashlynn' last='Nitzel'] Ashlynn has a fast, explosive approach that generates power and scoring opportunities. She has solid blocking footwork allows her to close seams, which helps her defense form around her. She also has a tough float serve that frustrates passers and disrupts opponents' offense, making her a constant threat behind the line.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Beyond her skills, Ashlynn brings energy and leadership to the court. She stays engaged in rallies and sets, communicates clearly, calls coverage and hitter options, and contributes even though she is not directly involved in the play.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["782248"],"_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-6999d5330e739"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='827139' first='Lucy' last='Coombs'] works hard to close seams, transition off quickly, and attack. In the several matches I've seen her play, she has showcased solid recovery moves that often turned into solid blocks or positive touches. If she has double in front of her or if the set isn't there for her to swing hard at, Lucy has the IQ to simply place it with intention and score. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["897563"],"_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-6999d5330e7ad"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='897563' first='Sophia' last='Sparrow']'s athleticism and work ethic create a lot of opportunities for her team to capitalize when she is at the net. Her arm is fast and she swings with power and authority when she gets on top of the ball.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["825735"],"_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-6999d5330e81d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">18 Prodigy Kolton, #21</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='825735' first='Emily' last='Kenison'] is a quiet, dependable middle who works hard. Her blocking footwork granted her the ability to close blocks and make better recovery moves to the pins. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["825619"],"_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-6999f5fb27138"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>MPV 18 National Green</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='825619' first='Ellie' last='Crosbie'] made great touches and stops on the opposing middle that gave her team the opportunity to stay in system. She transitions quickly and is fast to get off the ground and swing. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["894450"],"_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-6999f5fb270d3"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='894450' first='Summer' last='Dirkmaat']'s speed, awareness, and athleticism helped her track the ball quickly and make fast block moves out to the pin. She quickly read the pass and ran her route to stay available in the offense, then attacked with purpose, power, and speed.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Just a reminder to all volleyball athletes in Utah — with club season now in full swing, I'd love to feature more of you!&nbsp;<strong>If you'd like to be included, please send me your club schedule along with some basic information about yourself: your club team, position, and coach.&nbsp;</strong>Feel free to also share a little bit about your story and who you are!&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>With how much volleyball has grown in Utah, it's getting tougher to keep track of all the talented athletes out there, so don't hesitate to reach out! I'll do my best to come watch you in action and you can find my email in the Utah Scouts section. I'm looking forward to connecting with you all and seeing you on the court!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->