Colorado Class of 2027: Libero and DSs to Watch

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Class of 2027 continues to showcase a strong group of backrow talent. While kills often grab the headlines, defensive specialists and liberos play a huge role in team success. They are steady in their serve and receive, extend rallies, and often turn difficult situations into opportunities.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>What stands out about this group is their ability to impact matches in different ways. Some cover a ton of court. Others bring calm and consistency. Meanwhile, several athletes continue to grow their leadership and communication skills in the backrow.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Here are a few Class of 2027 liberos and defensive specialists worth keeping on your radar:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Class of 2027, Liberos and DSs</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["734484"],"_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-6a1f5423e6ff6"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Paz plays with great energy and remains active from the first point to the last. She tracks the ball well and reacts quickly when plays begin to break down. Furthermore, she brings a competitive edge that shows up in extended rallies. Her willingness to pursue every ball helps create extra opportunities for her team.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["794414"],"_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-6a1f5423e70b1"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Scott brings a steady presence to the backrow and consistently keeps herself involved in the play. She moves well through space and does a nice job staying balanced before contact. Additionally, she shows confidence when handling serve receive and works hard to keep rallies alive. Her defensive consistency allows her team to stay in rhythm throughout the match.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["791666"],"_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-6a1f5423e713f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Morella combines composure with strong court awareness in the backrow. She reads the game well and positions herself effectively before contact. As a result, she often puts herself in position to make quality plays. She also communicates well and helps create stability across the defensive unit.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["519220"],"_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-6a1f5423e71cc"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Valdez continues to make an impact through her effort and defensive instincts. She stays engaged throughout rallies and does a good job adjusting to different situations. In addition, she remains disciplined with her platform and works to provide consistent first contacts. Her reliability makes her an important piece of the backrow.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Looking Ahead</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Class of 2027 has no shortage of defensive talent. These athletes continue to develop their games while finding new ways to impact matches. As club and high school volleyball continue, expect this group to keep building momentum.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>This is just a glimpse of the back-row talent in Colorado, and there will certainly be more names to watch as the season unfolds.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Follow me on Instagram, <em>@prepdigcolorado</em> !</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->