How 2025 Freshman Showcase Setters Improved

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>In less than two months the <strong>2026 Freshman Showcase </strong>will be held in Michigan.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>This year's event takes place on Aug. 2 and will be a great opportunity for incoming freshmen in the Class of 2030 to begin their high school careers and get some extra eyes on their abilities.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>You can sign up for a discounted rate right now by visiting our <a href="https://events.prepdig.com/e/2279/register/michigan-freshman-showcase">Michigan Freshman Showcase sign-up page</a>. Be sure to get locked in before you get left out.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Last year we saw a great group of 2029 setters shine in the 2025 Freshman Showcase. Here's a look at how these five setters followed up their performance in Pontiac.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["782946"],"_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-6a274df305a26"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Jilek had an outstanding fall for Portage Central, earning All-Region honors in Division 1, which isn't easy to do. She recorded over 740 assists, while also adding in over 220 digs and over 80 kills. She's only gotten better as a setter and a hitter during club season with FaR Out 15 Black.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["777145"],"_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-6a274df305ad0"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">King took over running the Harper Creek offense in 2025 and was Honorable Mention All-State in Division 2 for her play. Not only did King lead Harper Creek, but she was one of the top setters in the state with over 1,280 assists. She also had 100 kills and over 200 digs. She's also continuing to build on her game for FaR Out 15 Black, showing a lot of the instinctive talent she displayed at the Freshman Showcase.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["755280"],"_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-6a274df305b61"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">O'Malley has been able to get a lot of learning from great setters at Imlay City and we are seeing just how sharp she can be with her play for Michigan Elite 15 National this club season. She's playing really loose and not afraid to try some aggressive plays, which is something we noticed at the Freshman Showcase last fall.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["776050"],"_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-6a274df305bee"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Sutherby brings a lot of hustle and spirit to the floor. She likes to keep things moving quickly and she seems to be a step ahead of the rest of the floor in terms of anticipating where the ball needs to go. As part of Michigan Elite 15 Elite, Sutherby is only getting quicker and faster with her ability to run an offense. He ability to gel quickly with hitters is something we noticed at last year's Freshman Showcase.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["777685"],"_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-6a274df305c78"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">An Ohio prospect, Perkins stepped up to the challenge and made a big name for herself at the 2025 Freshman Showcase. Since then, she's been flying high with some great performances as a setter/combo hitter. Her athleticism allows her to make great reaction plays as a setter, while also being able to power through the ball for a big kill.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->