4A Setters Pushing the Tempo

Back for round 2 of district 4-4a in the Texas panhandle. Last article was all about some heavy outside hitters that are taking over the offense. Now it's all about the setters and defenders doing a remarkable job running the floor. The first touch, the side out, the decisive and efficient delivery of a good ball is the most important part to a hitters ability to get the job. So here are some setters who have taken on the role of making plays happen and pushing the tempo.   <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Setters</h2>    Illiana Madrigal, a junior setter from Hereford, Texas is all force and tempo on the court. Playing a full 6 rotations to effectively serve her team. From first serve, to pushing the tempo, to making the hustle plays, Illiana is prepared to do it all with 100% effort. Her quick feet and decisive ball handling ensures her ability to make the hard plays happen. She runs a quick game at the net, pushing her hitters to swing hard and swing fast. Her confidence and decisive play fuels her teammates to match pace and play at full force all game long.     Lauren Hulen, a 2028 setter for West Plains High School, is playing big this season. Effective setting from the back row with little room for error. Staying aggressive in her play and pushing hitters to do the same. Her experience on the court has clearly created great connection with her hitters as they do not hesitate to approach and swing big when the ball is in her hands. Aside from handling the ball, Lauren is a setter who is not afraid to play defense first and keep the ball in play no matter what. Her hustle and energy don't go without being noticed as a big part of this West Plains team success so far this season.     Madelyn Sisomsouk, a sophomore setter for a very impressive Randall high school varsity team. Holding her own behind the serving line with a consistent and effective float, giving opponents an early struggle. Pushing the tempo at the net with a strong jump set, finding her hitters timing perfectly to deliver a sure assist. She undoubtedly has been putting in the work to have such control over the ball as a 2029 setter. With her team sitting at #1 in the district, there will surely be a lot still to see from Madelyn in the post season.     Sophie Clements, a senior 6 rotation dime for the Dumas Demonettes.This 2027 setter can and absolutely does it all! Her energy keeps her team encouraged throughout play. The serve from behind the line is troubling, making her presence known from the beginning. She can swing effectively from anywhere, consistently being an offensive option for her team. And, most importantly, she sets, runs, and maintains the momentum of the game from the net. Setting a controlled and consistent tempo, pushing her hitters to stay aggressive all game long.     Joveiry Gutierrez, a 2028 setter for Dumas High School, does the job of maintaining a quick and even tempo when she has the ball. She is decisive and quick to react to the play, keeping hitters running and defenders on their heels. Connecting well with her hitters, she takes the risks of running different options to keep opponents guessing. With a quick tempo, decisive play, and trusting hitters, Joveiry has all the tools to be a threat on the court as the season progresses.

Back for round 2 of district 4-4a in the Texas panhandle. Last article was all about some heavy outside hitters that are taking over the offense. Now it's all about the setters and defenders doing a remarkable job running the floor. The first touch, the side out, the decisive and efficient delivery of a good ball is the most important part to a hitters ability to get the job. So here are some setters who have taken on the role of making plays happen and pushing the tempo.