What Wisconsin Freshmen Are Ready For a Postseason Impact?

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The “Road To The Resch” is set.&nbsp; The high school volleyball season comes and goes so quickly.&nbsp; With postseason play beginning on Tuesday, we're going to take a look at the freshmen and sophomores who are ready to have a big impact where they will look to lead their team on a deep run. The youth movement is ready!&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["751366"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6ad26826dc9b8"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The freshman from Oak Creek has been a huge addition to the Knights this fall. Oak Creek has been a Milwaukee area power where they are always in the hunt for a state tournament appearance.&nbsp; They were in the state tournament in 2025, but took a hit to graduation.&nbsp; With Yerkey coming in as a freshman, she has been a major spark as an attacker.&nbsp; She is nearing 300 kills, good for nearly three kills per set.&nbsp; Oak Creek is the number two seed in their section and will be looking for another deep run.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["522129"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6ad26826dc9fc"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Marathon is a top seed in their section for the D3 tournament sitting at a 27-3 record.&nbsp; They are led by freshman Maddie Jansen who is averaging nearly three kills per set, a hitting efficiency of .248, and over two digs per set.&nbsp; Her presence is felt in every facet of the game.&nbsp; S/he has the ability to score points from multiple spots throughout the front line.&nbsp; The only loss Marathon has had in the past month is to Edgar who is a top four team in D4.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["122560"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6ad26826dca22"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Being a setter at a program like Oconomowoc is not for the weak.&nbsp; [player_tooltip player_id='987101' first='Maci' last='Spies'] has been one of the setters leading the Raccoons this season who have earned the top seed in their section.&nbsp; The freshman has averaged nearly six sets per set.&nbsp; This is a well balanced offense who competes at a high level where knowing the matchups, being able to nail every tempo, and being a true defender makes a big difference.&nbsp; Ocon is built for the postseason and could potentially see conference rival Arrowhead in a sectional final.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["859428"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6ad26826dca41"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>DSHA has been floating around the national rankings and has been at the top of the D1 rankings all season.&nbsp; There is plenty of experience on this team, multiple athletes who have played in two state championship matches.&nbsp; Carr has come in and been one of the setters for the Dashers.&nbsp; She has been playing her club volleyball at [program_tooltip program_id='428672' first='Milwaukee' last='Sting'] and will be one to watch out of the Class of 2030 for years to come.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["934871"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6ad26826dca67"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>There will be multiple [player_tooltip player_id='934871' first='Brooke' last='Johnson']'s who will be having an impact in the postseason.&nbsp; There is [player_tooltip player_id='934871' first='Brooke' last='Johnson'] of DC Everest and now [player_tooltip player_id='934871' first='Brooke' last='Johnson'], a freshman setter for Unity in Western Wisconsin.&nbsp; She has been averaging over seven assists per set where the Eagles are 21-13 on the season and have a three seed in a loaded sectional.&nbsp; Her top target is [player_tooltip player_id='733273' first='Andrea' last='Erickson'] who is averaging 4.5 kills per set.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["878231"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6ad26826dca87"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>DeForest has earned a three seed in their sectional and will be a threat to win some big matches.&nbsp; A key player for them has been [player_tooltip player_id='878231' first='Macie' last='Anderson'] who holds down the libero position.&nbsp; She is averaging 4.6 digs per set.&nbsp; This squad has a blend of experience and youth where they can set themselves up for years to come.&nbsp; They will open postseason play against Madison West.&nbsp; The top seed in this sectional is Waunakee which DeForest previously lost to in a five set thriller.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["987145"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6ad26826dcaa3"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>FVL is the top seed in their half of the section in D2.&nbsp; They have two freshmen making an impact in Miranda Voigts in the middle and [player_tooltip player_id='987145' first='Olivia' last='Hartwig'] at libero.&nbsp; What stands out about Hartwig is the way she glides on the court. She anticipates extremely well with a platform that is under control.&nbsp; She has proven she can handle a high volume in serve receive while bringing some calm to the chaos on a second ball.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->