Road to June 15th: Fifteen of our Favorite Nebraska 2028 Features

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>We're a month away.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Ever since the NCAA recruiting contact rules were overhauled a few years ago, June 15th has carried considerable weight in the yearly prep volleyball cycle. It's the start of open communication between college coaches and rising junior prospects, and the storylines will be plentiful.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>However, we have to reemphasize that this is just the <em>start</em>. Recruiting is an individual process with no defined timeline or measure of "success." We're dedicated to spotlighting Nebraska's 2028s for the months and years that they will remain on recruiting radars at the next level. Enjoy the ride along with us.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Before we get too far into the futuristic lens, why not take a look back? We're calling up 15 of our favorite 2028-focused features, dating back to last fall's thrilling high school season. This has been a time of meteoric development for Nebraska's next upperclassmen, and we can't wait to see which features we can add to this list soon.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><a href="https://prepdig.com/2025/08/nebraska-2028-rankings-update-the-first-top-50/" id="https://prepdig.com/2025/08/nebraska-2028-rankings-update-the-first-top-50/">Nebraska 2028 Rankings Update: The First Top 50</a></strong> - <em>Aug. 19, 2025</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>This was a big step in the 2028 saga.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>It's hard to believe we're just over a year removed from the "infant" stages of our Nebraska 2028 rankings. This August 2025 feature covers all the trends and storylines from our first Top 50 release.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>But, as we'll find out later, this number was due to grow a bit more.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><a href="https://prepdig.com/2025/09/small-town-2028s-entering-nebraskas-early-season-spotlight/" id="https://prepdig.com/2025/09/small-town-2028s-entering-nebraskas-early-season-spotlight/">Small-Town 2028s Entering Nebraska's Early-Season Spotlight</a></strong> - <em>Sept. 19, 2025</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The high school campaign offers an unparalleled opportunity to cover Nebraska's rural gems.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":987460,"width":"373px","height":"auto","aspectRatio":"1.499814945661317","sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none","align":"right"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image alignright size-large is-resized"><img src="https://prepdig.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2026/05/IMG_1605-edited.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-987460" style="aspect-ratio:1.499814945661317;width:373px;height:auto" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Cohee</figcaption></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>That was apparent in this early-season feature on some of Nebraska's best small-town sophomores. Recognizable names like [player_tooltip player_id='702684' first='Bentleigh' last='Dugan'], [player_tooltip player_id='737406' first='Hilary' last='Ray'], and [player_tooltip player_id='737401' first='Emma' last='Cohee'] all got nods in this one and were all-state performers by the end of the season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><a href="https://prepdig.com/2025/10/nebraska-2028-watch-list-athletes-on-the-rise-this-fall-pt-1/" id="https://prepdig.com/2025/10/nebraska-2028-watch-list-athletes-on-the-rise-this-fall-pt-1/">Nebraska 2028 Watch List Athletes on the Rise this Fall (Pt. 1)</a></strong> - <em>Oct. 5, 2025</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>We always have our eyes on the watch list.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Our watch list represents the "next up" to join our ranked list, and the 2028 group had plenty of good ones last fall. This October feature covers the rise of [player_tooltip player_id='572680' first='Brooklyn' last='Beethe'], [player_tooltip player_id='774648' first='Camryn' last='Brandt'], and [player_tooltip player_id='774684' first='Madyson' last='Jacobson'] before they became fixtures in our ranked hierarchy.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><a href="https://prepdig.com/2025/11/nebraska-2028-watch-list-gems-soaring-after-state-tourney-pt-1/" id="https://prepdig.com/2025/11/nebraska-2028-watch-list-gems-soaring-after-state-tourney-pt-1/">Nebraska 2028 Watch List Gems Soaring after State Tourney (Pt. 1)</a></strong> - <em>Nov. 16, 2025</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Ah, the bright lights of PBA.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='737392' first='Payton' last='Dolliver'], [player_tooltip player_id='877315' first='Josie' last='Faimon'], [player_tooltip player_id='796366' first='Londyn' last='Mitchell'], and [player_tooltip player_id='741552' first='Molly' last='Phillips'] made massive postseason statements to land on this mid-November feature. And, of course, that led to this entire crew joining the next iteration of our rankings. We love to reward those who shine in high-pressure moments, and there's nothing quite like the NSAA State Volleyball Championships.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><a href="https://prepdig.com/2026/01/nebraska-2028-rankings-update-a-new-top-100/" id="https://prepdig.com/2026/01/nebraska-2028-rankings-update-a-new-top-100/">Nebraska 2028 Rankings Update: A New Top 100</a></strong> - <em>Jan. 5</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>From 50 to 100.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>So, with all the information we gathered through the fall high school season, we had to make another big overhaul to our 2028 rankings. We kicked off the year by doubling the list from 50 to 100, ushering in a new era for this star-studded class.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><a href="https://prepdig.com/2026/01/new-must-see-middle-blockers-in-nebraska-2028-watch-list/" id="https://prepdig.com/2026/01/new-must-see-middle-blockers-in-nebraska-2028-watch-list/">New Must-See Middle Blockers in Nebraska 2028 Watch List</a></strong> - <em>Jan. 9</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>New additions were a huge part of this New Year's update, and it all started at the net.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Our 2028 watch list wouldn't be complete without the players listed in this January feature. [player_tooltip player_id='814806' first='Kara' last='Ridder'] and [player_tooltip player_id='930829' first='Leah' last='Havel'] soared on the small-town scene to secure their spots. [player_tooltip player_id='930860' first='Addy' last='Simmons'], [player_tooltip player_id='930830' first='Paityn' last='Sheffield'], and [player_tooltip player_id='930836' first='Lauren' last='Smith'] also enjoyed sophomore surges to earn a spot on our radar.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><a href="https://prepdig.com/2026/02/nebraskas-standout-2028s-at-first-northern-lights-qualifier/" id="https://prepdig.com/2026/02/nebraskas-standout-2028s-at-first-northern-lights-qualifier/">Nebraska's Standout 2028s at First Northern Lights Qualifier</a></strong> - <em>Feb. 5</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Nothing beats the buzz of that first qualifier trip.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>January's Northern Lights Qualifier marks the start of the USAV circuit for many of Nebraska's top club contenders. Minneapolis brought the rise of several Nebraska 2028s, including [player_tooltip player_id='774910' first='Emma' last='Rink'], [player_tooltip player_id='959043' first='Katelyn' last='Sybrandts'], and [player_tooltip player_id='572006' first='Reese' last='Wallraff'].</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><a href="https://prepdig.com/2026/02/instant-2028-stars-from-february-nebraska-elite-classic/" id="https://prepdig.com/2026/02/instant-2028-stars-from-february-nebraska-elite-classic/">Instant 2028 Stars from February Nebraska Elite Classic</a></strong> - <em>Feb. 9</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>We're always eager to hop on the regional circuit to take stock of the new season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Events like the Nebraska Elite Classic provide vital glimpses at how athletes have developed over the offseason. We got stark reminders of the sky-high potential of players like [player_tooltip player_id='572563' first='Hailey' last='Hoff'] and [player_tooltip player_id='575239' first='Nora' last='Morgan'], both of whom have locked up berths to USAV Nationals.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":987461,"width":"369px","height":"auto","aspectRatio":"1.49973925477332","sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none","align":"right"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image alignright size-large is-resized"><img src="https://prepdig.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2026/05/RG1A5801-edited.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-987461" style="aspect-ratio:1.49973925477332;width:369px;height:auto" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Hoff</figcaption></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><a href="https://prepdig.com/2026/02/nebraska-2028s-flying-high-after-triple-crown-nit/" id="https://prepdig.com/2026/02/nebraska-2028s-flying-high-after-triple-crown-nit/">Nebraska 2028s Flying High after Triple Crown NIT</a></strong> - <em>Feb. 18</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>What better place to make a sophomore statement?</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>I had the opportunity to cover Triple Crown NIT through a national lens, but I had to keep an eye on my Nebraska neighbors, too. This exceptional tournament brought the best out of Nebraska's star 2028s. [player_tooltip player_id='575237' first='Madison' last='Zajicek'], [player_tooltip player_id='573382' first='Haleigh' last='Bauer'], [player_tooltip player_id='555495' first='Shayla' last='Rautenberg'], and [player_tooltip player_id='774904' first='Tess' last='Solomon'] all thrived against sophomore stars from every corner of the country.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><a href="https://prepdig.com/2026/03/daily-dozen-early-club-standouts-from-nebraska-2028-watch-list/" id="https://prepdig.com/2026/03/daily-dozen-early-club-standouts-from-nebraska-2028-watch-list/">Daily Dozen: Early Club Standouts from Nebraska 2028 Watch List</a></strong> - <em>March 3</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Early impressions are important, especially in a new club season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>We spent the first part of the year busily evaluating which Nebraska 2028s were ready to jump from the watch list to our rankings. [player_tooltip player_id='575242' first='Sydney' last='Bartholet'], [player_tooltip player_id='774672' first='Kerrigan' last='Kava'], and many other do-everything athletes fit the bill after the first several weeks of the 2026 campaign.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><a href="https://prepdig.com/2026/03/which-nebraska-2028s-stepped-up-to-earn-gjnc-bids-pt-1/" id="https://prepdig.com/2026/03/which-nebraska-2028s-stepped-up-to-earn-gjnc-bids-pt-1/">Which Nebraska 2028s Stepped Up to Earn GJNC Bids? (Pt. 1)</a></strong> - <em>March 29</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Bid triumphs started rolling in as we hit late March.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Nebraska's Class of 2028 will be well represented at GJNC, so circle back to this feature as we prepare for Indy. [player_tooltip player_id='566265' first='Leighton' last='Froehlich'], [player_tooltip player_id='571950' first='Adeline' last='Hunnicutt'], and Teagan Weber are already fresh on our minds after big qualifier performances.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><a href="https://prepdig.com/2026/03/pin-hitters-soaring-in-updated-nebraska-2028-rankings/" id="https://prepdig.com/2026/03/pin-hitters-soaring-in-updated-nebraska-2028-rankings/">Pin Hitters Soaring in Updated Nebraska 2028 Rankings</a></strong> - <em>March 31</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Any class is bound to have its share of eye-catching pin hitters, but the 2028s have elevated the standard a little further.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Nebraska has plenty of standard-bearers on the pins. We have Lincoln-area gems like [player_tooltip player_id='737394' first='Sydnie' last='Cain'] and [player_tooltip player_id='774703' first='Maisey' last='McCarty']. Omaha boasts soaring talents like [player_tooltip player_id='573209' first='Jordan' last='Frink'] and [player_tooltip player_id='774653' first='Grace' last='Demulling']. This March feature covers a little of everything after our latest rankings update.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><a href="https://prepdig.com/2026/04/high-impact-new-additions-to-watch-in-nebraska-2028-rankings/" id="https://prepdig.com/2026/04/high-impact-new-additions-to-watch-in-nebraska-2028-rankings/">High-Impact New Additions to Watch in Nebraska 2028 Rankings</a></strong> - <em>April 2</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The database always has room for more.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":790400,"width":"276px","height":"auto","sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none","align":"right"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image alignright size-large is-resized"><img src="https://prepdig.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2025/07/46-Adalyn-Cisneros.jpg?w=967" alt="" class="wp-image-790400" style="width:276px;height:auto" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Cisneros</figcaption></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Our midseason rankings update brought high-profile names like [player_tooltip player_id='959075' first='Roselyn' last='Franz'] and [player_tooltip player_id='959046' first='Norah' last='Haynes'] into the fold for our 2028 list. This feature illustrates how much more work we have to do to get a complete picture of Nebraska's 2028 class. That quest certainly won't end on June 15th.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p> <strong><a href="https://prepdig.com/2026/04/elite-liberos-making-moves-in-updated-nebraska-2028-rankings/" id="https://prepdig.com/2026/04/elite-liberos-making-moves-in-updated-nebraska-2028-rankings/">Elite Liberos Making Moves in Updated Nebraska 2028 Rankings</a></strong> - <em>April 3</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Somehow, it took us this long to bring up a libero feature.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Nebraska's rising junior defenders will be a focal point for college recruiters this summer and beyond. This includes recent rankings-risers like [player_tooltip player_id='573571' first='Adalyn' last='Cisneros'], [player_tooltip player_id='774698' first='Taryn' last='Weigel'], [player_tooltip player_id='730560' first='Norah' last='Beran'], and several other 2028s highlighted in this early-April spotlight.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><a href="https://prepdig.com/2026/04/nebraska-2028-watch-list-gems-on-late-season-hot-streak-pt-1/" id="https://prepdig.com/2026/04/nebraska-2028-watch-list-gems-on-late-season-hot-streak-pt-1/">Nebraska 2028 Watch List Gems on Late-Season Hot Streak (Pt. 1)</a></strong> - <em>April 27</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>And here we are.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>April was a hectic month, but what else can we expect on the Great Plains scene? We enjoyed a late-season barnstorming tour among Nebraska's top club contenders, and the Class of 2028 was right in the middle of it. [player_tooltip player_id='774620' first='Bella' last='Heins'], [player_tooltip player_id='959010' first='Jenna' last='Glab'], and [player_tooltip player_id='740823' first='Reagan' last='Becker'] are just a few of the athletes to know from this one. They could be the next to join our 2028 rankings, too.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->