What Pins Coaches Should Check Out At ASICS Presidents Day

<figure class="wp-block-image 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:212px;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>   At ASICS Presidents Day, the pins are where matches shift and sets are decided. Outside hitters at this level must do more than just rack up kills — they're expected to score in transition, handle high balls out of system, pass serve receive, and defend at a high level.   College coaches should evaluate more than stat lines. Watch first-step explosiveness, arm speed, and how hitters manage the block. Can they tool hands? Change tempo? Score from the back row? Elite pins transition efficiently from pass to attack and stay terminal even when the set isn't perfect.   The best ones also close blocks, pursue tips, and bring steady energy every rotation. Complete, six-rotation impact players separate themselves here.   Now, let's dive into the pin prospects coaches need to see this weekend.    [player_tooltip player_id='722409' first='Peyton' last='Saxlund'] has exploded onto the radar this season. Her approach has become more dynamic — quicker tempo on the left, strong last-two steps, and a heavy arm that generates high-contact swings. She's scoring not just in-system, but in transition, showing the ability to recycle off the block and finish extended rallies. Her confidence has grown, and it shows in how she demands the ball late in sets. ~Theresa @prepdigdakotas   At ASICS Presidents Day Classic: Peyton will be aggressive in transition and look to terminate high balls when the offense tightens. Coaches should be tracking her closely — she's trending up fast.   Court Schedule: 9am, Sat Feb 14th-Court 27 at Conv. Center vs. <a href="https://vbschedule.com/#/results/event/233/divisions/1171/teams/20799">KC Voltage 17-1</a>     [player_tooltip player_id='723329' first='Alayna' last='Foster-DeVold'] brings rare versatility to the pin. She can attack from multiple tempos and is comfortable sliding inside, running a faster 32, or stretching wide to the antenna. Her explosiveness allows her to score from different launch points, and she adjusts her arm swing to tool hands or attack deep corners. She's a matchup problem because she can be used anywhere across the net. ~Theresa @prepdigdakotas   At ASICS Presidents Day Classic: Expect Alayna to be moved around to create mismatches and produce explosive attacks from multiple spots in the front row.   Court Schedule: 8AM, Sat Feb 14th-Court 47 at UBT-North vs. <a href="https://vbschedule.com/#/results/event/233/divisions/1170/teams/20768">316VBC</a>     [player_tooltip player_id='745814' first='Aubrielle' last='Perry'] excels with disciplined footwork and clean platform work in serve receive. She's a true six-rotation outside who transitions efficiently from pass to attack. Her swing path stays high and through the ball, allowing her to challenge blockers deep seam. She doesn't force swings — she scores with control and shot selection. ~Theresa @prepdigdakotas   At ASICS Presidents Day Classic: Look for Perry to stabilize serve receive while quietly putting up efficient offensive numbers.   Court Schedule: 8am, Sat Feb 14th-Court 44 at UBT-North vs. DENVER JUNIORS 17 Caitlin     Maggie McGuire plays with tempo and urgency. She times her approach well off the setter's release and creates separation with her penultimate step. Defensively, she closes blocks hard and reads shoulders effectively. Her competitiveness shows in long rallies where she resets quickly and attacks again in transition. ~Theresa @prepdigdakotas   At ASICS Presidents Day Classic: Expect Maggie to be a momentum player — scoring in transition and bringing physicality at the net.   Court Schedule: 8am, Sat Feb 14th-Court 52 at UBT-North vs. <a href="https://vbschedule.com/#/results/event/233/divisions/1170/teams/20773">SKC 17-1</a>     [player_tooltip player_id='922261' first='Ella' last='Smith'] brings a balanced skill set with strong court awareness. She sees the block develop and attacks smart — using high hands, sharp cross, and controlled roll shots to open space. Her back-row presence makes her a consistent scoring option from Zone 6. ~Theresa @prepdigdakotas   At ASICS Presidents Day Classic: Watch for Ella to stretch defenses with her shot variety and contribute points from the back row.   Court Schedule: 9am, Sat Feb 14th-Court 50 at UBT-North vs. <a href="https://vbschedule.com/#/results/event/233/divisions/1170/teams/20778">Swarm 17-Black</a>     [player_tooltip player_id='724934' first='Abigail' last='Anderson'] thrives in high-ball situations. When plays break down, she's comfortable taking a reset set and finding hands or deep corners. Her arm speed and contact point give her the ability to challenge bigger blocks. She competes every rotation and doesn't shy away from pressure swings. ~Theresa @prepdigdakotas   At ASICS Presidents Day Classic: Abigail will likely be leaned on in out-of-system moments to terminate tough balls.   Court Schedule: 8am, Sat Feb 14th-Court 39 at UBT-North vs. Mizuno Northern Lights 17-W     [player_tooltip player_id='495803' first='Ava' last='Jones'] is explosive laterally and transitions quickly from defense to offense. Her first step off the net is sharp, allowing her to get outside and on time even after digging crosscourt. She's aggressive from the service line as well, adding pressure beyond just attacking. ~Theresa @prepdigdakotas   At ASICS Presidents Day Classic: Expect Ava to generate offense off broken plays and create runs from the end line.   Court Schedule: 8am, Sat Feb 14th-Court 24 at Conv Center vs. NE Elite 17 Surge     [player_tooltip player_id='493981' first='Brookelyn' last='Jondle'] brings length and a strong blocking presence on the outside. She presses over the net and seals the seam, making it difficult for opposing pins to score line. Offensively, she elevates well and attacks high off hands. Her physical tools are noticeable. ~Theresa @prepdigdakotas   At ASICS Presidents Day Classic: Look for Jondle to impact the match both scoring and slowing opposing offenses with her block.   Court Schedule: 8am, Sat Feb 14th-Court 22 at Conv Center vs. <a href="https://vbschedule.com/#/results/event/233/divisions/1171/teams/20803">Mizuno Northern Lights 17-2</a>     [player_tooltip player_id='515500' first='Addison' last='Schaefer'] excels with composure and ball control. She passes steady numbers and keeps her platform angle clean, allowing her offense to stay in rhythm. On attack, she uses smart placement — tipping behind the block and cutting sharp angles when defenders drift. ~Theresa @prepdigdakotas   At ASICS Presidents Day Classic: Expect Schaefer to be efficient, making low-error plays that keep her team in system.   Court Schedule: 8am, Sat Feb 14th-Court 46 at UBT-North vs. <a href="https://vbschedule.com/#/results/event/233/divisions/1170/teams/20782">Ignite 16 Elite</a>     [player_tooltip player_id='805863' first='Jerzie' last='Wempen'] plays with edge and high motor energy. Her approach is powerful, and she swings with confidence in transition. She competes defensively and covers well, often extending rallies that turn into scoring opportunities. Her emotional lift for her team is noticeable. ~Theresa @prepdigdakotas   At ASICS Presidents Day Classic: Expect Jerzie to take big swings in key moments and bring the kind of intensity that can shift a match.   Court Schedule: 9am, Sat Feb 14th-Court 52 at UBT-North vs. <a href="https://vbschedule.com/#/results/event/233/divisions/1170/teams/20744">River City Juniors 17 Red</a>     [player_tooltip player_id='847117' first='Jersey' last='Hammes'] is a pin who plays with controlled power and high volleyball IQ. She does a strong job creating space in her approach, keeping her shoulders square, and contacting the ball at full extension. What separates her is her ability to read the block mid-air — she can tool outside hands, snap sharp cross, or take pace off and drop a smart roll into Zone 2. She's comfortable in transition and doesn't rush swings, even when the set drifts tight.   In serve receive, she shows steady platform control and transitions efficiently to become a scoring option. Defensively, she reads hitters well and isn't afraid to dig line and immediately reset for the next attack. ~Theresa @prepdigdakotas   At ASICS Presidents Day Classic: Expect Jersey to be a smart, efficient scorer who manages the block well and produces in both system and out-of-system situations. Coaches will notice her poise and shot selection in key moments.   Court Schedule: 8am, Sat Feb 14th-Court 41 at UBT-North vs. <a href="https://vbschedule.com/#/results/event/233/divisions/1170/teams/20762">Topeka Fury 17-1</a>    <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. 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