Initial 2030 Player Rankings: Top Liberos

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>The 2026 Prep Dig Exposure Tour hits Michigan on Sunday, Dec. 6. We've now added Universal Speed Testing as part of the event, which is open to 2027-2030 prospects. </em><a href="https://events.prepdig.com/e/2498/register/exposure-tour-michigan"><strong><em>Get signed up for the event</em></strong></a><em> now and use <strong>promo code ET26DREW25OFF</strong> to get <strong>25% off</strong> your registration.</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>We've unveiled our first <a href="https://prepdig.com/michigan/rankings/2030-rankings/"><strong>2030 Player Rankings</strong></a> this week with a handful of prospects making up our first collection.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>This is a very talented class that will certainly lead to a lot of Division 1 college talent in four years.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>When it comes to defenders, this is a stacked class. Here's a look at the top liberos in the Class of 2030.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/position-ranking-table {"name":"acf/position-ranking-table","data":{"class":"2030","_class":"field_65cfb7374abb9","position":"32926","_position":"field_65cfbfcb19ad6","national_rankings":"0","_national_rankings":"field_660c1d73c0e49","state":"19892","_state":"field_65cfb88a603fe"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6ab522eacb185"} /--> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Top Liberos</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='949918' first='Mikayla' last='Sinadinoski'], Dakoya/Legacy: </strong>Sinadinoski showed she's one of the best defenders in the country in this class over the club season and she's continuing it early into her varsity career. All of her instincts seem to be the right decision.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1008391' first='Brooklyn' last='Barriger'], Lowell/FaR Out: </strong>Barriger has been able to do it all and she's proving that this fall by being a team leader in kills, digs, and aces for Lowell. Barriger excels with her defensive play, but her athleticism makes her a factor in all phases of the game.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1007260' first='Skylar' last='Stephens'], Portage Central/FaR Out: </strong>Stephens has great quickness and keeps herself low to the ground to make clean passes and be a high-rated passer. Stephens handles high-pressure situations well and is going to be an impact player in the state.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1041718' first='Collins' last='Lantz'], Plymouth/Legacy: </strong>Lantz already looks liked a polished and mature defender as she is leading the Plymouth defense. She keeps herself squared up to hitters and manages strong technique even when on the run.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1007545' first='Chessa' last='Kaiton'], FH Northern/FaR Out: </strong>Kaiton is an athletic player that can wear many hats for her teams, but she's looking sharp in the back row for FH Northern, facing a lot of top hitters and managing to keep the ball off the floor. Kaiton also brings an explosive serve to the court.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1002631' first='Melani' last='Gjorovski'], Regina/Michigan Elite: </strong>Gjorovski shows a high court IQ when it comes to decision-making and first steps toward making a dig. She stays locked in at all times and is looking very comfortable against top-level hitters.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Other Liberos to Watch</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='966645' first='Micah' last='Anderson'], Country Day/Michigan Elite: </strong>Anderson has a lot of promise for where she can take her game. She quick, athletic, and brings a lot of energy to the floor.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1041735' first='Colbie' last='Lantz'], Plymouth/Legacy: </strong>Like her sister, Colbie plays with a lot of composure and control, while showing strong technique.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='945026' first='Evelyn' last='Madeja'], South Lyon/L2: </strong>Madeja has been a key piece early on for South Lyon, as she's been reliable against some big hitters and servers. This fall should help take her game to another level.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1041719' first='Caylee' last='Smith'], WL Northern/Legacy: </strong>Smith has been playing against some tough competition and holding her own. She's very consistent with her focus and form.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->