MN 2028 Update: New Bros Enter the Rankings

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Join Prep Dig using code “AVG30” for a discount on your initial membership.</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Liberos have one of the toughest jobs on the court, and they don't always get the credit they deserve when things are going well. But anyone who's been around the game knows how much a strong libero can change a team's level. Below are a few liberos who have really stepped up their game and earned their way into the 2028 rankings.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Remember to follow me on Instagram @Prepdigamy and Facebook @PrepDig Amy for up to date event coverage, stories, and more.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["995627"],"_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-6a313f8c364a9"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Minnesota Select 16-1's have had a lot of success on the qualifier circuit this year including wining a bid in the Open Division of USAV at the Mid East Qualifier a couple of months ago. One of the defensive standouts anchoring the back court is [player_tooltip player_id='995627' first='Annika' last='Hueller']. Hueller successfully handles some of the toughest serve receive responsibilities, communicates well in the back row, and fiercely tracks down balls anywhere on the court.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["784737"],"_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-6a313f8c3650a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>I watched Anderson mostly in the defensive specialist role last year, and then she stepped into the libero position this club season and handled it with ease. She's quick, reads the ball early, and has a really solid first read which helps her get into position fast. Anderson also does a great job providing block coverage for her hitters, can dig up balls, and give her team second chance opportunities. You can tell she's comfortable in position and brings a steady, calm presence to her in the back court. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["748170"],"_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-6a313f8c36555"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Blashko was the anchor for her highly successful SEV club team this past season and played a big role in a lot of their tournament wins. Blaschko is really steady in serve receive, reads the court well, and covers a ton of ground defensively. In several tight, hard fought games, she came up big when it mattered most. She's clutch, fearless, and never plays timid. She is just a true competitor.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["720964"],"_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-6a313f8c3659d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Hesse is a defensive machine. She reads hitters really well and gets herself moving early so she's almost always in the right spot. Because of that, she's able to turn a lot of tough swings into impressive digs and extend plays that you were sure were over. Her quick reflexes really stand out too as she is able to come up with saves that most players just don't get to.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["738841"],"_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-6a313f8c365e1"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>I've watched Nissalke play for years now, and every time she steps on the court she seems to take another step forward. She's fierce, competitive, and has that clear drive to win every single time she plays. She earned her spot in the rankings because of that consistency, determination, and real love for the game. As she continues to develop and add to her skill set, there's no doubt she'll keep climbing in the rankings.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->