West Side Players Who Can Dominate In The Front Row

Derek Jackson April 8, 2026 @ 06:49 PM

Lets take a look at six different players who can take over a set and dominate the competition. These are the type of players who, if consistent, opposing teams MUST know where they are at at any given moment. These players, when they rotate or sub into the front row, can score in bunches and can really flip the script on the flow of a match. This article will be focused on just those from the west side of the state.   [player_tooltip player_id='477448' first='Sophie' last='Payne']- 2027 Outside Hitter for Piedmont. Sophie it's about to have one heck of a senior season. She was already a big time player for the Wildcats in 2025 but she's gonna play outstanding in 2026. She is an all-around top-tier player in the class of 2027. This is shown with her commitment to Middle Tennessee State.   [player_tooltip player_id='748675' first='Olivia' last='Carter']- 2028 Right Side Hitter for Norman. Olivia has basically been dominant her entire career. And that won't be slowing down anytime soon. She has an absolute hammer for an arm. She possesses way more than just raw power, she's a very high IQ hitter and blocker. She has played on high-level club teams and has helped turn Norman High into a premier 6A program. She is going to be a big time recruit for whichever team can reel her in.   [player_tooltip player_id='822748' first='Blair' last='Smith']- 2028 Outside Hitter for MSM. As if MSM needed any more fire power in the lineup, [player_tooltip player_id='822748' first='Blair' last='Smith'] transferring gives them just that. Her athleticism and IQ as a hitter or some of the best in the state. She possesses a cut shot that really opens up more of the court for her to attack. She also does a great job of going high off the blockers hands.   [player_tooltip player_id='766221' first='Kate' last='Broomfield']- 2029 Right Side Hitter for Edmond Memorial. Kate is also a heavy handed hitter. Her experience at such a young age is hard to match between the elite level school and club programs. She is a part of. All that high-level coaching and being surrounded by top-tier talent will pay massive dividends later in her career. She's going to be a big time recruit as a left-handed power hitter.   [player_tooltip player_id='761784' first='Rylie' last='Cross']- 2029 Middlle Blocker for Westmoore. Rylie and company is coming off a national qualifier gold championship with her club team, which is one of the best in the state. Her ability to transition fast mixed with great touch point, makes her a real hitting threat. Look for her to make a huge splash this upcoming school season. Westmoore is really climbing the ladder quickly and Rylie will help continue that trend.   Charly Jones- 2030 Right Side Hitter for Community Christian. Charly is one of the best players in the class of 2030 for a reason. As a lefty, she is able to go line with ease from the right side. If you haven't seen her play in person, you should find a tournament to make it happen. Look for her to contribute early in her high school career.

Lets take a look at six different players who can take over a set and dominate the competition. These are the type of players who, if consistent, opposing teams MUST know where they are at at any given moment. These players, when they rotate or sub into the front row, can score in bunches and can really flip the script on the flow of a match. This article will be focused on just those from the west side of the state.