Setters Leading Some of Colorado’s Best Offenses

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Setters are the driving force behind some of Colorado's most dangerous offenses, and several have made their presence felt early this fall. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>From running fast tempo systems to creating scoring opportunities out of system, these athletes consistently put their hitters in positions to succeed. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Here are several setters who have stood out while leading some of the state's top offenses this season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1020215"],"_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-6aa03b94d7688"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Piper McFadden has been phenomenal through the opening weeks of the season for Valor Christian, and we would expect nothing less from the senior setter. McFadden leads Valor in nearly every statistical category, including assists, digs, hitting percentage, and aces, showcasing just how much she impacts the game in every rotation. She runs the offense with confidence and brings a steady presence to the court in crucial moments. McFadden looks more than ready to compete at the next level, and Valor will look to her leadership as they chase another historic state championship run.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1037779"],"_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-6aa03b94d76fb"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Riley Harfman has been a driving force behind Cherry Creek's offense, putting up impressive numbers as the team's setter. Harfman looks poised for a successful senior season and continues to stand out as one of the hardest workers on the court. She consistently puts her hitters in great positions to score, even when Cherry Creek is forced out of system. Harfman adjusts well to a variety of passes and does an excellent job handling tight balls at the net. Her consistency, effort, and ability to create quality opportunities from difficult situations make her a key piece of Cherry Creek's offense.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1000996"],"_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-6aa03b94d777e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Kenley Rudiger has stepped up in a big way for University, taking on a role that is different from the position she typically plays during club season. Rudiger has looked poised and confident in the transition, bringing a dynamic presence to University's offense and showing a strong understanding of who to feed the ball to in crucial moments. She has helped lead the offense throughout the opening weeks of the season while also making a major impact defensively. Rudiger is among the team's statistical leaders on defense, consistently working to keep balls alive and extending rallies. Her versatility, effort, and willingness to embrace a new role have made her an important piece of University's early season success.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1020347"],"_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-6aa03b94d77f1"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Skyelyn Lefever is a key piece of one of the top 3A offenses in Colorado, leading the way for Eaton in assists while contributing in nearly every area of the game. Lefever does an excellent job reversing the flow of the offense and keeping opposing blockers guessing with her distribution. She consistently puts her hitters in great positions to score and brings a steady presence running the offense. Lefever also contributes offensively with kills and brings relentless defensive effort in the back row. Her ability to impact the game in multiple ways makes her a valuable and versatile athlete for Eaton.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["519218"],"_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-6aa03b94d785b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Alexi Arnell has been a standout for Coronado High School, leading the way in assists, aces, digs, and blocks. Arnell is the definition of a “do it all” player and exactly the type of athlete every coach wants on their roster. Her versatility allows her to contribute from multiple positions and make an impact wherever she is needed on the court. Arnell distributes the ball efficiently and does a great job putting her hitters in positions to score. She can also be an offensive threat herself, mixing in sneaky dumps that keep opposing defenses on their toes.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->