2028 Middle Blockers to Watch

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The class of 2028 is loaded with talented middle blockers who are already making a major impact on both the club and high school levels. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>These athletes combine size, athleticism, and versatility, giving their teams a strong presence at the net on both offense and defense. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Here are a few 2028 middle blockers who have the potential to become some of Colorado's top recruits over the next several years.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":1013749,"_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-6a6fd623bc5ff"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Imani Warner is an athletic middle blocker who plays a major offensive role for her team and continues to improve each season. A crafty attacker, Warner has a knack for finding ways to score even when the set isn't perfect, making her a reliable option in any situation. Defensively, she is a strong presence at the net, taking away space with her blocking, while offensively she excels in transition and is especially effective attacking behind the setter on the slide.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["943060"],"_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-6a6fd623bc673"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">McKenzie Moore is a versatile attacker who enters the high school season with plenty of momentum after helping her team capture a national championship. Although she played extensively on the right side during that run, Moore is equally impactful as a middle blocker, where she thrives in a fast tempo offense and has one of the most powerful arm swings in the class of 2028. Defensively, she is a dominant presence at the net using her size and timing to consistently disrupt opposing hitters.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1000211"],"_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-6a6fd623bc6c7"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Sonja Willius continues to elevate her game each season, and after an impressive club campaign, she enters the high school season as one of her team's primary offensive threats. A dynamic middle blocker, Willius is quick in transition and moves efficiently to the pins, while her size and timing make her a major presence at the net defensively. Offensively, she consistently finishes plays with authority, and when the opportunity isn't there, she uses crafty shots to keep opposing defenses off balance.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1002040"],"_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-6a6fd623bc716"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Delaney Parker is a crafty middle blocker in the class of 2028 with a high volleyball IQ and a strong presence at the net. She reads the game well, making her a major contributor as both a blocker and an offensive threat. Heading into the high school season, Parker is expected to be one of her team's go to attackers, using a diverse shot selection and her ability to score even in difficult situations.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1008722"],"_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-6a6fd623bc765"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Brooklyn Gilbert is an athletic middle blocker who thrives in a fast tempo offense and is especially effective attacking on the slide. Quick laterally and explosive off one foot, Gilbert covers of ground at the net, taking away valuable hitting angles while closing blocks out to the pins. Offensively, she combines a variety of shots with strong timing, making her a consistent scoring threat in transition.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->