Five 2028 Outside/Right Side Hitters to Check Out

Versatility is a key thing that separates great players from good players. It is one thing to smack balls hard, but the ability to mix in softer shots, serve aggressively and even hold your own in the back row also catches the eyes of college coaches. These five fall along those lines.    One might as well put Fogle's name by the word playmaker in a volleyball dictionary because she defines that word well at all six positions. Fogle (pictured) takes outstanding swings and patrols the back row with authority. Fogle takes full advantage of the numerous 1-on-1 opportunities at the net playing for a loaded 16 Maverick team with her size and athleticism. She takes solid four-step approaches beating blocks before they form, gets on top of balls then delivers a solid downward trajectory. Fogle also takes solid swings from the back row. Fogle shoves balls off blocks for big points. Fogle can adjust to off-target sets and send over sound cross and line shots. Fogle uses a great platform on defense, taking minimal steps to balls. Fogle also does a great job trailing plays. She is also not afraid to stick her arms out quickly to keep plays alive, but does it under control.     Petit brings an added dimension with her 9-11 vertical touch and lefty swing. She smacks balls hard down lines with her outstanding four-step approach, extension and finish. Pettit has shown she can terminate balls from the pins and middle with a sharp downward trajectory. She attacks windows in double blocks and makes it hard for even good defensive specialists to dig her up. Pettit is also not afraid to tip balls over double blocks. Pettit shifts her body and goes aggressively after balls on block attempts. Pettit is also a sound passer.     Ekberg uses a quick arm swing to hit balls to different parts of the court. Ekberg gets on top of balls and delivers great finishes. Ekberg hits balls off blocks for big points and mixes in tips to keep opponents guessing. Ekberg digs up blocked balls then quickly sets up in attack mode. Ekberg can make good adjustments to send roll shots to the 10-foot line.     Adams takes nice swings from all six spots on the court. She takes great off shots to the back line from the back row. Adams takes a sound three-step approach and finish on balls. She does not hesitate to shove balls toward corners, often giving passers problems. She has a nice vertical jump then sends across tough cross shots. Adams mixes in great line shots.     Posey is a force on the outside and in the middle. Posey gets on top of balls and sends them to different parts of the court. Posey attacks windows in double blocks and seams relentlessly. Posey is especially tough on crosses to side lines. Posey even takes quality out of system swings.    Note from the Writer   Mike Graham has been writing for Prep Dig for two years and has enjoyed getting to know the volleyball scenes in Kentucky, Ohio and Tennessee. If you liked the story, please copy and paste to X (formerly Twitter) and Facebook. You may also follow us at @<a href="https://www.instagram.com/prepdigkentucky/#">prepdigkentucky</a>, @<a href="https://www.instagram.com/prepdigtennessee/#">prepdigtennessee</a> or @<a href="https://www.instagram.com/prepdigoh/#">prepdigoh</a> on Instagram in addition to @PrepDigKy, @PrepDigTN or @PrepDigOH on X. If you feel someone in Kentucky, Tennessee or Ohio needs coverage or even have feedback on the Kentucky or Tennessee rankings, please email Mike at michaelgraham@prepdig.com. You may also follow him on X @GMCgrah or Instagram @g.michaelgraham. Subscriptions give you access to exclusive content. For a 30% discount on yearly subscriptions, enter code graham30 at checkout.

Versatility is a key thing that separates great players from good players. It is one thing to smack balls hard, but the ability to mix in softer shots, serve aggressively and even hold your own in the back row also catches the eyes of college coaches. These five fall along those lines.