Great Lakes Grit: Stand Out Setters Everyone Needs To Track Now

<figure class="wp-block-image alignright is-resized"><img src="https://prepdig.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2026/03/image_9ce8ca.png" alt="" class="wp-image-955256" style="width:369px;height:auto" /></figure>   Use Code: digdakotas30 in the coupon code area   <a href="https://www.instagram.com/prepdigdakotas/?hl=en">Follow on Instagram@prepdigdakotas</a>   The next wave of setters is already stepping in with confidence — and the 2029 class made that clear. Throughout the day, this group brought energy, communication, and the ability to keep plays alive when things broke down.   They moved with purpose, adjusted on the run, and found ways to deliver a hittable ball no matter the situation. This wasn't just about setting — it was about leading, organizing, and creating opportunities every time they touched the ball.    Mena Hover owned the floor. From the first whistle, she dictated tempo, controlled second contact, and made it clear the offense was running through her. Her movement to the ball was efficient and intentional, consistently getting square and delivering a clean, fast release that kept hitters in rhythm.   What separated her was her ability to read the game in real time. She recognized defensive gaps instantly and wasn't afraid to be aggressive when the moment called for it. Her decision-making, especially at the net, forced defenses to stay honest and opened up the entire offense. Hover didn't just run the system — she elevated it. ~Theresa @prepdigdakotas     [player_tooltip player_id='942390' first='Alivia' last='Redman'] brought nonstop energy and a competitive edge that showed up on every point. She was constantly engaged — communicating, directing, and keeping her offense connected even when plays broke down. When the pass pulled her off the net, she didn't panic — she adjusted, reset, and still delivered a ball her hitters could work with.   Her ability to keep rallies alive and turn chaos into opportunity stood out. Redman's presence gave her team confidence, and her tempo kept pressure on the opposing defense all day. ~Theresa @prepdigdakotas     [player_tooltip player_id='942394' first='Aubrielle' last='Cruz'] ran a smooth, composed offense that never felt rushed. Her hands were clean, her release was consistent, and she kept everything on tempo, allowing hitters to operate without hesitation. There was a rhythm to how she ran the floor — controlled, efficient, and steady.   She didn't need to force anything. Cruz let the game come to her, making smart, calculated decisions that kept her offense flowing. Her consistency and control made her a reliable piece that teams could build around. ~Theresa @prepdigdakotas     Addison Toma played with authority. She took control of the offense and made sure every play had direction. Her movement to the ball was aggressive, covering ground quickly and still squaring up to deliver a consistent ball under pressure.   She kept blockers guessing with her distribution, extending the floor and refusing to get predictable. Toma brought a level of confidence that lifted her entire team — when she was in rhythm, the offense moved faster and with purpose. ~Theresa @prepdigdakotas     Irelyn Worthington brought a calm, steady presence that balanced everything on the court. She never looked rushed, even in fast-paced sequences, and consistently delivered a controlled, accurate ball. Her footwork was disciplined, and she positioned herself early, which allowed her to stay efficient through contact.   What stood out was her ability to manage the flow of the match. She made smart decisions, kept her hitters involved, and maintained structure when rallies extended. Worthington's composure gave her team stability when it mattered most. ~Theresa @prepdigdakotas    <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Thank you to all my readers for making this journey possible. 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