Oklahoma on the Road: Travel Series Part 4

Pin hitters continue to shape the flow of matches with their ability to score while also contributing in serve receive and defense. At multiple qualifiers, these players showed how effective they can be from both pins, finding ways to score, extend rallies, and create momentum for their teams.    [player_tooltip player_id='734850' first='Naomi' last='Perkins'] is a strong pin hitter. When she is tucked on the right side in serve receive, she runs a very effective attack and earns herself the serve. In one of her pool matches at the Northern Lights Qualifier, she scored in that exact situation before going on a three-point service run. She understands how to take advantage of that rotation and turn it into momentum.     At Triple Crown, [player_tooltip player_id='740328' first='Blaire' last='Barber'] showed quick feet and an aggressive approach. She had a variety of kills from both pins and the back row. Her defense is just as strong as her offense, as she passed consistent 3's and took several digs from middle back. She is a savvy perimeter player who reads hitters well and lets balls go out of bounds when they are hit long. She also had an incredible pancake during a long rally that kept momentum on her side.     At the Mideast Qualifier, Tinley Sell scored several kills from the outside, often favoring a cross-court shot. She brings intensity between rallies that contributes to her team's motivation. She connects well with both setters and uses her height to swing above the tape and create strong attacking angles.     [player_tooltip player_id='297161' first='Kalli' last='Fox'] is a talented pin hitter who finds weaknesses in the defense. At the Northern Lights Qualifier, she earned a pair of kills by powering through the block on the right side. She also contributed with block assists and showed she is an ominous presence at the net. She impacts the match in both offense and defense.     [player_tooltip player_id='532720' first='Kherington' last='Lane'] is an outside hitter with a smooth transition from blocking or digging to hitting. At Triple Crown, in one trip across the front row, she had four kills. Her line shot, tool, tip, and cross shot showed off her versatility and intentional offense. She makes smart decisions and scores in a variety of ways, contributing to her team's overall success.

Pin hitters continue to shape the flow of matches with their ability to score while also contributing in serve receive and defense. At multiple qualifiers, these players showed how effective they can be from both pins, finding ways to score, extend rallies, and create momentum for their teams.