Impact Players You Should Be Tracking This Season

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>With the 2026 high school season underway, several athletes have already begun establishing themselves as impact players for their respective teams. With the season still in its early stages, these upperclassmen will play important roles in their team's success as they look to build on strong starts. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["894200"],"_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-6a84cab523695"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='894200' first='Hanalei' last='Su'a'] steps into her junior year at Herriman as a continued offensive force and leader for the Mustangs. Her power, athleticism, and poise position her as a solid 6-rotation outside and a key contributor in both the front and backrow.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">In her first game of the season, Hanalei was more deliberate in attacking open seams and showed the ability to use high hands with greater intention.&nbsp;She maintained strong angles as a passer and kept the passes on target throughout the match. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["811388"],"_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-6a849e02bbb12"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Senior middle blocker [player_tooltip player_id='811388' first='Ava' last='Heilig'], has a high reach and good natural power to be a solid option at the net. When her timing and location are in sync, she is a consistent scoring threat. She can score going against the grain or attack back into zone 4/5. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>In her most recent match against Westfield, Ava finished with seven kills, hitting .462. She exposed holes in the defense by using a variety of shots and finding her way around the block to zone 1, 4, and 5. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":1019998,"_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-6a849e02bbb56"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1019998' first='Aubrey' last='Wolsey'] works quickly to get off the net and utilizes the correct footwork in transition and get back into her approach. She showcases consistency in her timing and works to be up and make herself available when allowed. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>In her most recent game, Aubrey contributed seven kills and two blocks for the Weber Warriors. Her ability to transition effectively and remain involved in the offense makes her a reliable presence at the net. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":1019995,"_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-6a849e02bbb7e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1019995' first='Chloe' last='Sopoaga'] is an athletic, "springy" athlete who features a fast arm swing with natural power. Her ability to attack and play from both pins gives her a versatile edge and makes her a game changer at the net. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">In her first game of the season, Chloe recorded 12 kills on the night by swinging with intention and executing her attacks in and out of system. She found success targeting the 5/6 corner, driving hard into the angle, and high off the edges of the block. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->