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Regionals Recap: These Middles Made Sure Their Presence was Felt

Regionals Recap: These Middles Made Sure Their Presence was Felt
Samantha Fitzgerald
Samantha Fitzgerald May 11, 2026 @ 03:46 PM
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Jillian Jackson
Jillian Jackson 5'11" | MB/RS | 2026
GA
Christian Hayes
Christian Hayes MH | 2028
GA
Grace McNary
Grace McNary MB | 2028
GA
Khloe Jesswein
Khloe Jesswein 6'0" | OH/MB | 2028
GA
<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>2026 Nike SRVA Regional Championshi</em>p</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Championship-level tournaments are often controlled at the net, and several middles throughout SRVA helped dictate the pace of matches through blocking pressure, transition offense, and relentless effort. Even in difficult brackets, these athletes continued finding ways to impact rallies physically.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>This next group consistently helped elevate their teams with strong middle play.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["913462"],"_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-6a02b1b1f0c88"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Jillian continued competing hard despite [program_tooltip program_id='429883' first='Tsunami' last=''] facing several difficult matchups throughout the weekend. She brought energy defensively and showed flashes offensively when involved in transition. Jillian's willingness to battle physically point after point helped keep her team competitive.<strong><em>  ~ Samantha Fitzgerald @</em>BenchtoBeast_prepdigga</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["740724"],"_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-6a02b1b1f0cea"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Khloe competed with confidence throughout the tournament and helped SVE maintain physicality in the middle. She worked well laterally blocking and stayed available offensively in transition. Khloe's effort level and communication stood out during several competitive matches.<strong><em>  ~ Samantha Fitzgerald @</em>BenchtoBeast_prepdigga</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Halle Curry","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2029","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"null","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"32924","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"575","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6a02b1b1f0dad"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><br>Halle gave 575 another dependable front-row presence during a competitive weekend schedule. She stayed aggressive attacking quick sets and brought solid timing defensively at the net. Halle's ability to contribute consistently on both sides of the ball helped stabilize the middle throughout the event.<strong><em>  ~ Samantha Fitzgerald @</em>BenchtoBeast_prepdigga</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["823320"],"_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-6a02b1b1f0df2"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Christian continued to anchor the middle for one of the strongest teams in the division. She closed blocks effectively and consistently pressured opposing offenses with her physical presence at the net. Christian's energy and ability to stay engaged during long rallies stood out throughout ASHOK's impressive run.<strong><em>  ~ Samantha Fitzgerald @</em>BenchtoBeast_prepdigga</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["792242"],"_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-6a02b1b1f0e23"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Grace brought solid size and blocking instincts to [program_tooltip program_id='429883' first='Tsunami' last='']'s front row throughout the weekend. She worked hard laterally and stayed active defensively against strong pin attackers. Grace also showed confidence offensively when given opportunities in transition, helping her team generate momentum during key stretches.<strong><em>  ~ Samantha Fitzgerald @</em>BenchtoBeast_prepdigga</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The best middle blockers consistently impact matches even when they are not getting huge offensive numbers. This group brought effort, physicality, and composure to the front row while helping their teams compete throughout SRVA.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Note to GA Athletes:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>If you'd like to be considered for future coverage, please send me your high school season schedule</strong> and share a little bit about yourself so I can come support you and share your story. Let's keep building Georgia volleyball together! Fill out the "Cover My Game" Link in my bio @benchtobeast_prepdigga on IG.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>If you enjoyed this article, show your support by following</strong><a href="https://www.instagram.com/benchtobeast/"><strong> BenchtoBeast_prepdigga</strong></a><strong> for exclusive Georgia content, behind-the-scenes action, and a closer look at the volleyball community you love.</strong></h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>We're on a mission to spotlight talent, uplift families, and bring the volleyball community closer than ever! Huge shoutout to our amazing subscribers — you're the heartbeat of this movement. Thank you for your help growing the game, and making every moment unforgettable. The best is yet to come — let's get it!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":4} --> <h4 class="wp-block-heading"><strong><em>This journey is created by the village—athletes, coaches, families, and subscribers.</em></strong></h4> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Building bridges between hustle and opportunity — that's the power of this community</em></strong>!<strong><em>&nbsp; ~ Samantha Fitzgerald @</em></strong><strong>BenchtoBeast_prepdigga</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->

2026 Nike SRVA Regional Championship

Jillian Jackson

Jillian Jackson

GA
MB/RS
HEIGHT 5'11"
POS MB/RS
CLASS 2026
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Jillian
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Height
5'11"
HS
East Side Preparatory Academy
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GA
Regionals Recap: These Middles Made Sure Their Presence was Felt
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Khloe Jesswein

Khloe Jesswein

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OH/MB
HEIGHT 6'0"
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CLASS 2028
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Khloe
Jesswein OH/MB
Class
2028
Height
6'0"
HS
St. Andrew's
|
GA
Regionals Recap: These Middles Made Sure Their Presence was Felt
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Halle Curry

Halle Curry

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CLASS 2029

Halle Curry

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Christian Hayes

Christian Hayes

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Christian
Hayes MH
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Regionals Recap: These Middles Made Sure Their Presence was Felt
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Grace McNary

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