Players Who Were Going Strong At The NCR Qualifier

<figure class="wp-block-image size-full is-resized"><a href="https://prepdig.com/prospect-index/"><img src="https://prepdig.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2026/02/image_b1c269.png" alt="" class="wp-image-943383" style="width:252px;height:auto" /></a></figure>   Get 30% off your first billing cycle with code: digdakotas30 in the coupon code area   <a href="https://www.instagram.com/prepdigdakotas/?hl=en">Follow on Instagram@prepdigdakotas</a>   The PM wave was packed — and it didn't slow down for a second.   Courts were full, benches were loud, and every match felt like it carried weight. From first serve to match point, teams were battling for every rally. Long defensive sequences, aggressive serve runs, tight late-set moments — this was the kind of volleyball that tests depth and composure.   Momentum shifted quickly. One block could flip a rotation. One service run could change the tempo of an entire match. Players weren't just competing — they were responding. Adjusting. Executing.   The intensity stayed high from start to finish, and the level only rose as the afternoon moved on. This was qualifier volleyball at its best — physical, competitive, and relentless. 🏐🔥    [player_tooltip player_id='490148' first='Kayla' last='Nawrocki'] showcased complete versatility. In the back row, she ran the offense with precision and tempo control, delivering consistent location and distributing with confidence. Nawrocki did an excellent job squaring off imperfect first contact and still pushing tempo to her middles, forcing blockers to commit early before stretching the floor to the pins.   When rotating to the front row, she flipped the script and became a scoring threat. Nawrocki attacked with high contact and authority, challenging blocks rather than avoiding them. Her ability to transition from offensive distributor to primary attacker without disrupting rhythm is elite. She didn't just manage the match — she impacted it in both roles. That dual threat presence is exactly why she's headed to St. Thomas. ~Theresa @prepdigdakotas     [player_tooltip player_id='713483' first='Sheyanne' last='Blackcloud'] continues to prove she is one of the most versatile competitors on the floor. Adding right-side pin to her resume only reinforces her impact. Blackcloud attacked aggressively against formed blocks, swinging hard through hands and finishing deep corners when defenders tried to take away angle. She wasn't avoiding contact — she was initiating it.   What separates [player_tooltip player_id='713483' first='Sheyanne' last='Blackcloud'] is her motor and coachability. She hustles every rally — covering hitters, pursuing tips, transitioning immediately off defense, and staying engaged regardless of rotation. She stepped into serve receive when needed and delivered controlled first contact without sacrificing offensive intensity. No matter where she is positioned — on the right side, outside, or in the back row — she makes an impact. Her willingness to adjust, learn, and execute within the system makes her not just talented but highly coachable. She competes with urgency, responds to instruction, and elevates wherever she's placed on the court. ~Theresa @prepdigdakotas     [player_tooltip player_id='752494' first='Michaela' last='McGrath'] brought edge to the net. She attacked quick tempo with authority and never faded, even when challenged early. Her willingness to keep demanding the ball and swing aggressively speaks to her competitive makeup.   At the net, McGrath pressed over with intent and disrupted opposing rhythm offenses. She stayed engaged every rotation and continued attacking the seam with power. Middles who sustain aggression under pressure change matches — McGrath did exactly that. ~Theresa @prepdigdakotas     [player_tooltip player_id='822465' first='Aurianna' last='Benshoof'] Dallas put on a complete performance. Her blocking presence was disciplined and forceful — sealing seams, pressing over, and forcing attackers into low-percentage swings. She didn't drift. She controlled space.   Offensively, she attacked deep corners with high contact and finished through the block with power. What separates her is her IQ. She adjusted swing angles based on block positioning and recognized when to challenge hands versus roll to open floor. Physical and smart is a dangerous combination — and she brought both. ~Theresa @prepdigdakotas     [player_tooltip player_id='835077' first='Lucy' last='Falk'] delivered steady, high-level production from the right pin. Her approach mechanics were clean and repeatable, allowing her to maintain high contact and range even when sets pulled off the net. She attacked with control, using the block intelligently rather than forcing swings.   Defensively, she was disciplined in block assignments and helped close seams against heavy outside swings. Falk didn't just contribute — she stabilized rotations and delivered in pressure moments. ~Theresa @prepdigdakotas     [player_tooltip player_id='790207' first='Avery' last='Desota-Weston'] was one of the most dynamic setters on the floor. Her jump sets were sharp, consistent, and on tempo, allowing her offense to stay fast and unpredictable. She manipulated blockers with her eyes and body positioning before delivering the ball.   She didn't just distribute — she controlled pace. Desota-Weston accelerated tempo when momentum needed a spark and reset spacing when rotations tightened. Uncommitted and capable of making an immediate impact at the next level, she ran her system with authority and confidence. ~Theresa @prepdigdakotas     [player_tooltip player_id='828428' first='Sasha' last='Deans'] was a constant threat in the middle. She attacked quick tempo with conviction and forced blockers to respect her every rotation. Her ability to stay available in transition and finish through contact created spacing for the pins.   At the net, she pressed strong hands and disrupted opposing offensive flow. Deans didn't disappear late — she elevated. Her presence altered match dynamics. ~Theresa @prepdigdakotas     [player_tooltip player_id='807864' first='Avery' last='Beckering'] was one of the top standouts of the day from the left pin. Her approach was explosive, her contact high, and her swing aggressive. She attacked seams and tooled blocks rather than swinging blindly, showing both power and control.   She balanced serve receive responsibilities without sacrificing offensive production. Beckering delivered termination when needed and maintained discipline in long rallies. That's high-level outside play. ~Theresa @prepdigdakotas     [player_tooltip player_id='734239' first='Madilyn' last='Zwart'] brought undeniable power to the net. Her quick attacks were forceful and high contact, finishing cleanly through the seam. She converted transition opportunities decisively and shifted momentum with physical presence.   Her block timing improved throughout the day, pressing over rather than drifting. Zwart is a middle who changes energy immediately — and she's a player every coach should have on their radar. ~Theresa @prepdigdakotas     [player_tooltip player_id='453086' first='Ellery' last='DeBoer'] didn't just run the offense — she controlled the entire tempo of the match. From first serve to match point, DeBoer dictated rhythm with elite command. Her hands were clean, her release consistent, and her ability to deliver precise location — even off imperfect first contact — separated her immediately. She moved blockers laterally with purpose, established her middles early, and created one-on-one matchups on the pins when defenses tried to load up.   What elevated [player_tooltip player_id='453086' first='Ellery' last='DeBoer'] even further was her presence in pressure rotations. When sets tightened, she didn't speed up — she slowed the game down on her terms. She recalibrated spacing, trusted her reads, and elevated distribution rather than forcing offense. Her court vision is advanced, her decision-making intentional, and her leadership unmistakable. Committed to Michigan State for a reason — DeBoer runs a system like a seasoned floor general and raises the ceiling of everyone around her. That's elite-level command. ~Theresa @prepdigdakotas    <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Thank you to all my readers for making this journey possible. My goal has always been simple—to shine a light on athletes at every level, from Division I to NAIA, and give them a platform to keep chasing their love for the game. Every player deserves a shot, and I'm honored to help tell their stories.</h2>   <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Please help us continue to grow this positive platform for players by spreading the word and encouraging your friends to subscribe at <a href="https://prepdig.com/">PrepDig.com.</a> With your support, we can create unforgettable memories and experiences!</h2>   This journey is created by the village—athletes, coaches, families, and subscribers.   Thank you for making it all possible! ~ Theresa Hickman   Follow on Instagram@prepdigdakotas