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Human Highlight Makers: 2028 And 2029 Talents Taking Over

Human Highlight Makers: 2028 And 2029 Talents Taking Over
Tobias Walker
Tobias Walker March 13, 2026 @ 06:39 PM
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Evelina Mieliauskaite
Evelina Mieliauskaite MB | 2028
IL
Madison Deaton
Madison Deaton 5'11" | RS/MB | 2028
IL
Odessa Bucciferro
Odessa Bucciferro 5'3" | DS/L/S | 2028
IL
Megan Suggs
Megan Suggs MB | 2028
IL
Keira McQuillan
Keira McQuillan 5'9" | OH/DS/L | 2028
IL
Haven Enselman
Haven Enselman 5'11" | S/RS | 2029
IL
Tatum Kelly
Tatum Kelly 5'11" | S | 2028
IL
<!-- wp:paragraph {"align":"center"} --> <p class="has-text-align-center">As we've already observed with several prospects, the list of rising underclassmen is only getting longer and the opportunities to evaluate them are multiplying through social media, Hudl, recruiting sites, and more.&nbsp;The&nbsp;2028 and 2029 classes&nbsp;come with a ceiling that's high and climbing, and they're building that momentum with real intensity. When skill and talent meet in live gameplay, something special happens, and we're fortunate to be spectators to it. These young athletes are leveling up fast, improving in real time, and demanding attention through their play.&nbsp;Let's dive into a few standout names who earned that recognition with excitement, growth, and undeniable wow factor.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["896646"],"_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-69b2f4dd2f2a0"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">She's genuinely fun to watch work in the back row.&nbsp;She stands calm in the fire, handling hard‑driven balls and soft tips with the same level of control and confidence. Quick feet and fast reflexes keep rallies alive, and she never hesitates to hit the floor if that's what the play requires. She's always down, ready, and reading the next swing before it happens. The toughest plays look simple in her hands a true testament to her technique, poise, and overall skill.&nbsp;A tough defender to score on and a must‑watch every set and match when you can. <br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["546846"],"_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-69b2f4dd2f2ee"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Haven is a setter with a ton of skill and a whole lot of fun to watch.&nbsp;Her sets are consistently on point, and even when the pass breaks down, she finds a way to deliver a ball her hitters can score on. Delivering sets right in sweet spots from angles with quickness that's beyond her years. She holds her own defensively too, getting touches at the net, digging tough swings, and chasing down balls to keep rallies alive. Offensively, she's sneaky and dangerous, scoring setter kills you never see coming. When Haven is on the court, you need to know where she is at all times.&nbsp;Total gamer, incredibly skilled, and a difference maker every play. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["484408"],"_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-69b2f4dd2f24e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Tatum is a setter you genuinely enjoy watching. She sprays the ball all over the court with precision and confidence.&nbsp;But she isn't just a setter; she's an athlete who can flat out score on the right side with a strong, reliable swing. If Tatum is on the floor, you'd better know where she is, because she finds ways to rack up points in every rotation. She makes smart reads, chooses the right play at the right time, and elevates everyone around her. Game is smooth with a high IQ she makes it look easy. Whether she's setting, hitting, or defending,&nbsp;Tatum is the kind of athlete you just enjoy watching; she just doesn't play, but dominates in every possible way.<strong>&nbsp;</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["730948"],"_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-69b2f4dd2f1d7"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Another explosive athlete who brings real fire from the OH position. She scores in every way possible tips, rolls, big cross‑court swings, tooling the block, and throwing down a hammer when she gets the right ball. Her approach is fast and powerful, and she elevates with ease before unloading a controlled, dangerous attack. She impacts the game in every rotation, helping with serve receive, defense, and transition. Whatever the team needs, she steps in and delivers. A true all‑around gamer who makes volleyball look fun and easy in her own way. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["769284"],"_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-69b2f4dd2f33a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Suggs is a middle who brings a physical presence you immediately feel at the net.&nbsp;She's strong, fast, and plays with a force that demands attention. Suggs provides consistent blocking, works hard on every read, and has the ability to put a&nbsp;nasty kill&nbsp;straight down when she gets the ball in her window. Her build is powerful, and you see that strength in every press, every seal, and every swing she unloads. When you watch her, you're guaranteed to catch a big block or a heavy kill, usually both.&nbsp;Megan's athleticism is leading the way, but her talents and will are making her a force on the court.&nbsp;<br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["951849"],"_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-69b2f4dd2f385"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Evelina is the middle who can put a ball down on you in a hurry.&nbsp;She's quick and powerful, not just as a hitter, but in her first step, her takeoff, and the way she gets off the floor. She's a quick jumper who&nbsp;has to be touching 10 feet, and once she's in the air, she can hit&nbsp;through you&nbsp;or&nbsp;past you&nbsp;for the kill. At the net, she gets meaningful blocks and instantly stands out when you're watching court to court. High‑motor, powerful, and a lot of fun to watch,&nbsp;Evelina is a middle you will focus on, she will make sure of that.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["940960"],"_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-69b2f4dd2f3cf"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Not quite sure if it's the left‑handed power she unloads on balls or the pure explosiveness she plays with but Deaton is a blast to watch.&nbsp;She absolutely&nbsp;takes off&nbsp;when attacking out of the middle, and she's just as dangerous sliding to the right side. Her approach is explosive, her first step is fast, and that smooth, powerful lefty swing leaves defenses scrambling. Deaton generates a real punch, getting on top of the ball and sending attacks that defenders feel more than hear.&nbsp;A true offensive weapon with highlight‑play upside every rotation.&nbsp;<br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"align":"center"} --> <p class="has-text-align-center">Watching and observing is always the easy and fun part of the job. Getting to the all amazing talent is the hardest part, Thank You to every athlete that work for themselves by <strong>subscribing</strong>, tagging, and sending film or clips. Also Thank You to fellow scout Brandon Randazzo for the assist with a few names to check on. Team work makes the dream work. As always, catch you all in a gym soon!! </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>📧 <em>For inquiries, connections, or coverage opportunities:</em> Visit <strong>PrepDig.com</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Follow on Socials:</strong><br>• <strong>IG:</strong> @PrepDigTobias<br>• <strong>TikTok:</strong> @tobiaswalkeac<br>• <strong>X:</strong> @PrepDigTobias | @TobiasWalk</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":955317,"width":"98px","height":"auto","sizeSlug":"full","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-full is-resized"><img src="https://prepdig.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2026/03/image_cac7cf.png" alt="" class="wp-image-955317" style="width:98px;height:auto" /></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->

As we've already observed with several prospects, the list of rising underclassmen is only getting longer and the opportunities to evaluate them are multiplying through social media, Hudl, recruiting sites, and more. The 2028 and 2029 classes come with a ceiling that's high and climbing, and they're building that momentum with real intensity. When skill and talent meet in live gameplay, something special happens, and we're fortunate to be spectators to it. These young athletes are leveling up fast, improving in real time, and demanding attention through their play. Let's dive into a few standout names who earned that recognition with excitement, growth, and undeniable wow factor.

Odessa Bucciferro

Odessa Bucciferro

HEIGHT 5'3"
POS DS/L/S
CLASS 2028
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Odessa
Bucciferro DS/L/S
Class
2028
Height
5'3"
HS
Rockford Christian
|
IL
Human Highlight Makers: 2028 And 2029 Talents Taking Over
She’s genuinely fun to watch work in the back row. She stands calm in the fire, handling hard‑driven balls...
Written by Tobias Walker
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Odessa Bucciferro

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State: Illinois
School: Rockford Christian
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Haven Enselman

Haven Enselman

HEIGHT 5'11"
POS S/RS
CLASS 2029
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Haven
Enselman S/RS
Class
2029
Height
5'11"
HS
Marist
|
IL
Human Highlight Makers: 2028 And 2029 Talents Taking Over
Haven is a setter with a ton of skill and a whole lot of fun to watch. Her sets...
Written by Tobias Walker
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Haven Enselman

State: Illinois
School: Marist
Club: Adversity
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Tatum Kelly

Tatum Kelly

IL
S
HEIGHT 5'11"
POS S
CLASS 2028
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Tatum
Kelly S
Class
2028
Height
5'11"
HS
Neuqua Valley
|
IL
Human Highlight Makers: 2028 And 2029 Talents Taking Over
Tatum is a setter you genuinely enjoy watching. She sprays the ball all over the court with precision...
Written by Tobias Walker
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Tatum Kelly

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State: Illinois
School: Neuqua Valley
Club: 1st Alliance VBC
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Keira McQuillan

Keira McQuillan

IL
OH/DS/L
HEIGHT 5'9"
POS OH/DS/L
CLASS 2028
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Keira
McQuillan OH/DS/L
Class
2028
Height
5'9"
HS
Mother McAuley
|
IL
Human Highlight Makers: 2028 And 2029 Talents Taking Over
Another explosive athlete who brings real fire from the OH position. She scores in every way possible tips, rolls,...
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Keira McQuillan

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State: Illinois
School: Mother McAuley
Club: 1st Alliance VBC
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Megan Suggs

Megan Suggs

IL
MB
POS MB
CLASS 2028
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Megan
Suggs MB
Class
2028
HS
Yorkville
|
IL
Human Highlight Makers: 2028 And 2029 Talents Taking Over
Suggs is a middle who brings a physical presence you immediately feel at the net. She’s strong, fast, and...
Written by Tobias Walker
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Megan Suggs

State: Illinois
School: Yorkville
Club: Digtown Volleyball
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Highlights

Evelina Mieliauskaite

Evelina Mieliauskaite

POS MB
CLASS 2028
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Evelina
Mieliauskaite MB
Class
2028
IL
Human Highlight Makers: 2028 And 2029 Talents Taking Over
Evelina is the middle who can put a ball down on you in a hurry. She’s quick and powerful,...
Written by Tobias Walker
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Evelina Mieliauskaite

State: Illinois
Club: Sports Performance Volleyball
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Madison Deaton

Madison Deaton

HEIGHT 5'11"
POS RS/MB
CLASS 2028
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Madison
Deaton RS/MB
Class
2028
Height
5'11"
HS
Minooka
|
IL
Human Highlight Makers: 2028 And 2029 Talents Taking Over
Not quite sure if it’s the left‑handed power she unloads on balls or the pure explosiveness she plays...
Written by Tobias Walker
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Madison Deaton

State: Illinois
School: Minooka
Club: Uno Volleyball Club
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