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<p>With summer approaching, pin hitters have a chance to elevate their explosiveness, range, and shot selection. Some of these players will be prepping for Nationals, while others will be training for the 2026 high school season. These attackers stood out by scoring in multiple ways during club season, while continuing to contribute in all rotations.</p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">Melinda Parham is a composed six-rotation player who competes well under pressure. Her jump serve created a long service run against a strong passing team, and despite not being the tallest attacker, she plays fearlessly against big blocks and swings with power.<br></p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">Tessa Bond sets a solid block on the right side and tracks opposing outside hitters effectively. Offensively, she scores from the pins with a powerful swing and gives her team a reliable option at the net.<br></p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">Kate Starr scores from a variety of locations, including sharp crosscourt angles to the opposite T. She also contributes from the service line with aces and takes advantage of seams created by strong middle approaches. Her offensive versatility makes her a valuable part of a talented attacking group.</p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">Gracee Geissler is an outside hitter who consistently finds ways to score against adaptive defenses. She is a dependable go-to attacker who mixes shots effectively and stays productive throughout matches.<br></p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">Izzy Mathers is a dynamic all-around player who contributes in every phase of the game. She earned back-to-back aces at Windy City while maintaining disciplined back-row play. In the front row, she provides a strong offensive option from both pins.</p>
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With summer approaching, pin hitters have a chance to elevate their explosiveness, range, and shot selection. Some of these players will be prepping for Nationals, while others will be training for the 2026 high school season. These attackers stood out by scoring in multiple ways during club season, while continuing to contribute in all rotations.
Register now for the summer Prep Dig STOCK UP Showcase. Earn $10 off registration with the code SarahDicks10 at checkout!
Melinda Parham is a composed six-rotation player who competes well under pressure. Her jump serve created a long service run against a strong passing team, and despite not being the tallest attacker, she plays fearlessly against big blocks and swings with power.
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Tessa Bond sets a solid block on the right side and tracks opposing outside hitters effectively. Offensively, she scores from the pins with a powerful swing and gives her team a reliable option at the net.
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Kate Starr scores from a variety of locations, including sharp crosscourt angles to the opposite T. She also contributes from the service line with aces and takes advantage of seams created by strong middle approaches. Her offensive versatility makes her…
Gracee Geissler is an outside hitter who consistently finds ways to score against adaptive defenses. She is a dependable go-to attacker who mixes shots effectively and stays productive throughout matches.
Izzy Mathers is a dynamic all-around player who contributes in every phase of the game. She earned back-to-back aces at Windy City while maintaining disciplined back-row play. In the front row, she provides a strong offensive option from both pins.
