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<p>Every year players jump onto the scene at Nationals. The class of 2028 is loaded, and I mean LOADED with talent. Four players have already committed to Division 1 schools with many more next in line. Some players emerge at Nationals to really boost their recruiting. Here are 5 members of Arkansas' 2028 class already crashing the scene at Nationals.</p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">Ultra-competitive defensive specialist for Ft Smith Jrs 16 Elite, Waters, teams with [player_tooltip player_id='765829' first='Addie' last='Follis'] to form a dominate back-row. Camryn is one of the most complete defensive specialists in the class of 2028. </p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">The Alma standout thrives in serve receive and has the athleticism to extend rallies with spectacular defensive plays. She also has the ability to set out of system and has one of the best serves in the state. Waters has a great swing as well and can catch defenses napping with a strike. </p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">In American Division action, Ft Smith Jrs 16 Elite is 1-1 so far and have 3 matches scheduled today.</p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">Standing 6'2", Josie already possesses the frame college coaches look for in a middle blocker. She has stood out to Prep Dig Scout Mike Graham who is on-site at Nationals. He states that Welborn has a sound attack approach and terminates with great power. Mike also said she displayed great blocking technique. (Thanks Mike!). </p>
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<p>Josie-Claire is playing up on the FSJ 17 Elite team, which will help her gain more exposure playing against older talent. She is on her way to becoming one of Arkansas' premier front row players for the 2028 class.</p>
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<p>In Freedom Division action: Ft Smith has battled in every match winning one and losing four that have gone 3 sets and one that went to 28-26 and 25-21.</p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='749917' first='Kenzy' last='Hogue'] is no stranger to being noticed playing on the top 16's team in Arkansas. She and her Ozark Jr 16 Premier team have gotten off to a strong start at Nationals, sweeping day 1 blasting two teams 25-16/25-10 and another 25-11/25-14 with a three-set thriller in between that went 25-9/20-25/21-19. </p>
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<p>Kenzy is sometimes a little overlooked playing with such a talented group, but she commands the front row when she is on the court. She is strong defensively at the net, whether one on one or in tandem closing the seam with a pin. She combines a great serve and strong offensive game that sets her apart as the complete package at the middle position with the versatility to play the right-side spot as well.</p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">Another 2028 player that caught the eye of one of Prep Digs Lead Scouts, Theresa Hickman is [player_tooltip player_id='766523' first='Piper' last='Andersson']. Hickman was impressed with Andersson's balance on blocks, working with her middles and offensively, her patience, her approach and the versatility of her shot selection.</p>
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<p>Having watched Piper the last two seasons with EVA (playing up both as a 15 and 16), she continues to impress with her attitude and work ethic. She is playing for the first time in three weeks after being injured. You would never know it. The left-handed standout creates difficult attacking angles and has the ability to contribute in the back-row as well. Her ability to attack line, deep cross, tip, and defend makes her one to keep an eye on.</p>
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<p>In Liberty Division action: EVA 17 Elite look to get on track today after going 0-3 yesterday.</p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">Avery continues to develop into a dependable front row player. She brings versatility to table with being able to play both middle and right-side. As a sophomore on the ultra-talented Farmington Cardinals 5A runner up team, she had 118 kills, 47 blocks and 42 digs showing her versatility all year.</p>
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<p>She has continued that impressive play this club season for the Ozark Juniors 16 Elite and is one to watch going forward in this recruiting season. Ball will certainly make a strong impression on coaches at Nationals.</p>
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<p>In Liberty Division action: Ozark Jrs 16 Elite is looking to get on track today after a tough start going 0-3 yesterday.</p>
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<p>There are many more talented players representing Arkansas at Nationals this week than I could feature in one article. To every athlete competing, best of luck-play with confidence and embrace the moment, and hopefully your court will be lined with college coaches. If you know a player that deserved to be highlighted, I'd love to hear about them. Reach out to me at <a href="mailto:bdsrecruiting10@gmail.com"><strong>bdsrecruiting10@gmail.com</strong></a> or connect with me on <strong>X</strong> (predigRob) and <strong>Instagram</strong>(@prepdigarrob). Let's continue showcasing the incredible talent Arkansas volleyball has to offer.</p>
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Every year players jump onto the scene at Nationals. The class of 2028 is loaded, and I mean LOADED with talent. Four players have already committed to Division 1 schools with many more next in line. Some players emerge at Nationals to really boost their recruiting. Here are 5 members of Arkansas' 2028 class already crashing the scene at Nationals.
Ultra-competitive defensive specialist for Ft Smith Jrs 16 Elite, Waters, teams with Five Arkansas 2028’s Crashing the Scene at NationalsFiveArkansas 2028’s Crashing the Scene at Nationals
to form a dominate back-row. Camryn is one of the most complete defensive specialists in the class of 2028. The Alma standout thrives in…
Standing 6'2", Josie already possesses the frame college coaches look for in a middle blocker. She has stood out to Prep Dig Scout Mike Graham who is on-site at Nationals. He states that Welborn has a sound attack approach and…
Kenzy HogueKenzyHogue
6'1" | MB/RS
Fayetteville | 2028 StateAR
is no stranger to being noticed playing on the top 16's team in Arkansas. She and her Ozark Jr 16 Premier team have gotten off to a strong start at Nationals, sweeping day 1 blasting two teams 25-16/25-10 and another 25-11/25-14 with a three-set thriller in between that went 25-9/20-25/21-19.
Kenzy is sometimes a little overlooked playing with such a talented group, but she commands the front row when she is on the court. She is strong defensively at the net, whether one on one or in tandem closing the seam with a pin. She combines a great serve and strong offensive game that sets her apart as the complete package at the middle position with the versatility to play the right-side spot as well.
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Another 2028 player that caught the eye of one of Prep Digs Lead Scouts, Theresa Hickman is Piper AnderssonPiperAndersson
5'10" | RS/DS/L
Little Rock Christian Academy | 2028 StateAR
. Hickman was impressed with Andersson's balance on blocks, working with her middles and offensively, her patience, her approach and the versatility of her shot selection.
Having watched Piper the last two seasons with EVA (playing up both as a 15 and 16), she continues to impress with her attitude and work ethic. She is playing for the first time in three weeks after being injured. You would never know it. The left-handed standout creates difficult attacking angles and has the ability to contribute in the back-row as well. Her ability to attack line, deep cross, tip, and defend makes her one to keep an eye on.
In Liberty Division action: EVA 17 Elite look to get on track today after going 0-3 yesterday.
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Avery continues to develop into a dependable front row player. She brings versatility to table with being able to play both middle and right-side. As a sophomore on the ultra-talented Farmington Cardinals 5A runner up team, she had 118 kills,…
There are many more talented players representing Arkansas at Nationals this week than I could feature in one article. To every athlete competing, best of luck-play with confidence and embrace the moment, and hopefully your court will be lined with college coaches. If you know a player that deserved to be highlighted, I'd love to hear about them. Reach out to me at bdsrecruiting10@gmail.com or connect with me on X (predigRob) and Instagram(@prepdigarrob). Let's continue showcasing the incredible talent Arkansas volleyball has to offer.
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Kenzy
Hogue
6'1" | MB/RS
Fayetteville | 2028
State
AR
is no stranger to being noticed playing on the top 16's team in Arkansas. She and her Ozark Jr 16 Premier team have gotten off to a strong start at Nationals, sweeping day 1 blasting two teams 25-16/25-10 and another 25-11/25-14 with a three-set thriller in between that went 25-9/20-25/21-19. 
Piper
Andersson
5'10" | RS/DS/L
Little Rock Christian Academy | 2028
State
AR
. Hickman was impressed with Andersson's balance on blocks, working with her middles and offensively, her patience, her approach and the versatility of her shot selection.
