Initial 2030 Player Rankings: Top Outside Hitters

<!-- 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. <strong><a href="https://events.prepdig.com/e/2498/register/exposure-tour-michigan">Get signed up for the event</a></strong> 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 <strong><a href="https://prepdig.com/michigan/rankings/2030-rankings/">2030 Player Rankings</a></strong> featuring a handful of the top 2030 prospects, along with dozens and dozens of other kids to be watching for the future.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>This is a very strong class that has already had a lot of success nationally, and could be one of Michigan's best in history.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Here's a look at the ranked outside hitters in this class, as well as some others to keep an eye on throughout the next four years.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/position-ranking-table {"name":"acf/position-ranking-table","data":{"class":"2030","_class":"field_65cfb7374abb9","position":"32564","_position":"field_65cfbfcb19ad6","national_rankings":"0","_national_rankings":"field_660c1d73c0e49","state":"19892","_state":"field_65cfb88a603fe"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6ab18cf431c92"} /--> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Top Outside Hitters</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1009098' first='Laura' last='Aubrey'], Mercy/Legacy: </strong>Aubrey is as explosive as they come. She's already making a big impact for Mercy this fall with her powerful swing and smooth defensive delivery. Aubrey has landed All-American honors during club season and is already firmly planting herself as one of the best hitters in the country.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='984451' first='Cate' last='Verkeyn'], Mercy/Legacy: </strong>Verkeyn is a very balanced outside that can make the tough defensive play while also being able to finish from either pin. She shows tremendous focus and has proven she can come through with the big play in a high-pressure situation.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1008274' first='Londyn' last='Cottrill'], Milford/Legacy: </strong>At 6'1” Cottrill brings a long frame to the net and she can play even bigger with her ability to time out her attacks well. She can bring just as much power from the back row as she does at the net. As she continues to get more reps, she should keep adding new dimensions to her attack and defensive game.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1001522' first='Torrie' last='Tacia'], Big Rapids/FaR Out: </strong>Tacia is looking very reliable already at the varsity level for Big Rapids. She is listed at 5'10”, but has a big vertical and a very athletic swing that makes her play even bigger at the net. Tacia shows a strong follow through and good court vision to rack up the kills.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1041730' first='Reagan' last='Minto'], Clarkston/Legacy: </strong>Minto has been a nice addition to the Clarkston roster this fall, providing some offensive depth for the Wolves. Minto can play the outside or the middle, but you see her instincts and intensity improving with each week she's contributing at the varsity level.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1009770' first='Waverly' last='Diegel'], Midland Dow/Legacy: </strong>Diegel is a player to definitely keep an eye on in the Central Michigan area. She's already bringing a lot of energy and intensity to Midland Dow, and she backs that up with some impressive attacks, while also coming through with key defensive plays.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Others to Watch</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1017608' first='Mia' last='Fedirko'], GP South/Legacy: </strong>The ball really flies off her hand and she is playing with good confidence early into her varsity career.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1041856' first='Taylor' last='Frazer'], Yale: </strong>Frazer has been the go-to option for the Yale offense thus far in 2026 and is producing some big kills numbers. She's making an impact in all phases of the game.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='888979' first='Mia' last='Keefer'], Gabriel Richard/L2: </strong>Keefer is having a big impact at Gabriel Richard this fall, hitting nearly .350 with over 130 kills and nearly 30 blocks already. She looks like an impact player right away.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='979308' first='Mia' last='Zepeda'], Imlay City/Michigan Elite: </strong>Zepeda brings a technically smooth swing to the court and also shows good composure and maturity for a freshman.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->