From the Stat Sheet: Top Pins Returning to 4A

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The pins are bringing plenty of production back to 4A.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>These five hitters all finished last high school season with more than 300 kills. However, the numbers only tell part of the story. Each brings a different style to the pin, from size and court coverage to athleticism, timing, and shot selection.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Here are five 4A pins to keep on the radar.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["750208"],"_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-6a7fd955d7e75"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Lauer finished last season with an impressive 402 kills while hitting .353. She continues to play with the confidence of someone who has been at the varsity level for years. Playing up a club year has also given her valuable experience against faster and more challenging competition. That experience should only add to her game as she continues to develop.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["734449"],"_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-6a7fd955d7f22"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Roberts put together 385 kills last season and brings plenty of size to the pin. She knows how to use the court around her and takes up a lot of space when she attacks. As a true six-rotation outside, Roberts brings value in more than one phase of the game. Her combination of size and versatility makes her a name to watch this season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["846160"],"_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-6a7fd955d7fb0"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Bishop finished with 344 kills last season and brings a nice attacking advantage with her reach. She can get above the block and find angles from either pin, which gives her plenty of options when the defense is set. That versatility should continue to make her a tough matchup as she heads into another 4A season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["816714"],"_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-6a7fd955d803a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Mendoza recorded 332 kills last season, but her timing is what really catches the eye. Her approach looks smooth and controlled, putting her in a good position to attack without rushing the play. Then comes the late adjustment. Mendoza has a quick arm and can make that final move on the ball difficult for blockers to read.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":1019113,"_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-6a7fd955d80c4"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Martin put together a standout freshman season with 328 kills while carrying a significant offensive load for Standley Lake. Her athleticism immediately makes her fun to watch, and there is plenty of room for that game to keep growing. After the impact she made as a freshman, Martin is certainly a player to keep an eye on as she takes another step forward.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">The Pins Are Ready</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Lauer, Roberts, Bishop, Mendoza, and Martin all bring something different to the court. The stat sheet shows the production, but their individual styles make this group even more interesting.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>With another 4A season ahead, these five pins have plenty of opportunities to add to those numbers.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>For more Colorado volleyball coverage, player features, recruiting content, and more, follow @prepdigcolorado on Instagram!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->