Colorado Class of 2027: Middles to Watch

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Middles do a little bit of everything on the court. They close blocks, protect their defense, and force hitters into tough swings. They also stay available in transition, helping their setter keep the offense spread. When middles are active and efficient, they can completely change a match.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Here are a few Colorado middles in the Class of 2027 to keep on your radar:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">2027 Middles</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["519217"],"_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-6a00fa1798216"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Greist uses a quick, bouncy approach that gets her off the floor fast. She reaches high and creates a strong contact point. She stays available in front of and behind her setter, which keeps blockers guessing. Her presence at the net stands out, and she continues to grow as an offensive option.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["734486"],"_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-6a00fa17982d2"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Worrell plays fast and attacks the ball with purpose. She drives to every set and doesn't hesitate to run behind her setter. Even on off passes, she finds ways to stay involved. When she gets on top of the ball, she finishes hard. Her quick arm challenges opposing blocks and creates tough reads.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["828274"],"_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-6a00fa1798362"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Brown impacts both sides of the game. At the net, she closes well and takes away space from hitters. She gets strong touches and helps her defense stay in system. Offensively, she swings with a heavy arm and puts pressure on defenses. She remains a consistent presence every set.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Closing Thoughts</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>This group continues to separate itself. Each player brings a different strength, but they all impact the match in key moments. Expect these middles to keep developing and making noise.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>Follow me on instagram, @prepdigcolorado ! :)</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->