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<p>The semi-finals are upon us for AZ, we will be crowning 5 state champions on Saturday, but to get there we have to get through the gauntlet of today. 8 semi-finals matches, across 4 divisions to determine who gets to go! Some of the participants are new to this moment, some of the teams were here last year.. either way buckle up as we are going to get some big time matches today! PrepdigAZ will be at a few of the matches today (I will be at the 2A matches) so make sure to come say hi! We will be looking at one player from each match who could be the difference maker in their match, they might be a household name or a name of someone you should know, either way these 8 have a big chance to make an impact in their matches! </p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">Emma has a big responsibility tonight to try and slow down the pin hitters of Xavier. She has totaled 81 blocks this season, averaging nearly one per set, and has shown the ability to be a difference-maker at the net. Against a Xavier team featuring several dynamic pin hitters, Brayer's ability to read the offense, close the block, and take away attacking angles will be critical. Although she will need to be a force on defense, her ability to also hit at a high percentage and score points on offense will provide another difference for her team. If she can combine some offensive efficiency with a strong blocking performance, she could be one of the key pieces in helping Sandra Day O'Connor earn a spot in the state championship.</p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">Kalista has been one of the most productive offensive players in Arizona this season, and her impact on Perry's success goes well beyond simply putting balls away. Recently named Region Player of the Year, the senior six rotation outside hitter has established herself as a true go to option for the Pumas, recording 367 kills while averaging 3.7 kills per set and hitting an impressive .321. She has the offensive range and versatility to score from multiple areas of the court, making her a difficult matchup for opposing defenses. As Perry prepares for a semifinal matchup against Highland, Fuller will be one of the players to watch. With a spot in the state championship on the line, Perry will need its POY to deliver another big performance and be the difference maker that helps the Pumas take the next step.</p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">Morgan will need to be a major offensive weapon for Chaparral as the Firebirds head into their semifinal matchup against Sunrise Mountain. Sunrise recently handed Chaparral a loss to close out the regular season, giving the Firebirds extra motivation heading into this rematch. Thorne has totaled 199 kills this season and has proven to be a valuable secondary scoring option, especially when opposing defenses commit extra attention to Chaparral's other pins. Her versatility as an attacker and ability to generate offense from multiple areas of the court make her a difficult matchup and give the Firebirds another dimension offensively. If Chaparral hopes to get past Sunrise Mountain and earn another trip to the state championship, Thorne's ability to step up and provide consistent offensive production could be a major difference maker.</p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">Lucy has been the rock for Notre Dame this season on their way to the semi finals and the number one ranking. Lucy has established herself as one of the premier offensive weapons in the 5A conference, and Notre Dame Prep will need her at her best if they hope to punch their ticket to the state championship. The senior outside hitter leads the Saints with 3.7 kills per set and has shown an ability to take over matches when her team needs an offensive spark. Her most recent performance against Canyon del Oro was a great example, as she put together 23 kills, 16 digs, and three aces in a complete performance. Having already split their two regular season meetings with Horizon, this third matchup will likely come down to which team can produce a difference maker when the match is on the line. Lucy has the ability to be that player for Notre Dame Prep, and her performance will go a long way toward determining whether the Saints advance to the state championship.</p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">Kallie is an impressive pin in her own right, and while much of the attention this season has centered around another offensive weapon on her team, she has consistently shown that she is more than capable of carrying her share of the offensive load. Recently named 1st team all region, Kallie has established herself as a major contributor and a difficult matchup for opposing defenses. Her all around game makes her especially valuable, as she doesn't have to rely solely on putting the ball away to impact the match. In the quarterfinals against Arcadia she had 18 kills along with numerous great touches in defense and serve receive to keep her team in system even when she wasn't on offense. If Kallie can continue to produce offensively while maintaining her consistency in the back row, she will be a major piece of Ironwood Ridge's effort to keep its postseason run alive and a trip to the finals!</p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">Sloan is one of the most dynamic offensive weapons in the state and possesses the type of attacking ability that can completely change the outcome of a match. As just a sophomore, she has already surpassed 1,000 career kills and is tracking toward a legitimate shot at the 4A career kills record if she maintains her current production. What separates Sloan is her ability to generate offense in multiple situations, take over stretches of a match, and consistently put pressure on opposing defenses. She has the attacking range and offensive volume to be a matchup problem regardless of what a defense throws at her. Fresh off being named Region Player of the Year, she gives Saguaro a legitimate opportunity to earn a spot in the state championship if she continues this offensive pace against Mica Mountain. </p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">Megan was recently named to the 1st team all region team, and her ability to establish herself as one of the top setters in her region and conference has been evident from the start of the season. What makes Megan so impactful is her ability to run the offense with consistency while keeping opposing defenses guessing. She does an excellent job spreading the ball around, getting her middles involved, and creating one on one opportunities for her pins. She shows a high IQ and seems to know where to put the ball for her hitters and how to read other teams hitters to put herself in a great defense position to keep her team in system as well. Her ability to control the tempo and make good decisions in transition will be especially important in the semifinals, as Megan looks to lead her team one step closer to a state championship appearance.</p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">PCDS is humming right now, and their offense is clicking at a very high rate and one big reason why is Annabel! Recently PCDS switched to a 5-1 and Annabel has handled most of the setting responsibilities and that has also lead to her being named 1st team all region. Her ability to connect with her hitters, distribute the ball effectively, and run a fast paced offense has been a major factor in PCDS's offensive success. Annabel also does a great job playing defense and attacking other teams with an effective float serve. She is an weapon when it comes to serving and puts a ton of pressure on teams with how she plays. She has done an excellent job keeping the offense balanced and putting her hitters in positions to succeed and she will need this to continue tonight for them to make a run at the championship on Saturday.</p>
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The semi-finals are upon us for AZ, we will be crowning 5 state champions on Saturday, but to get there we have to get through the gauntlet of today. 8 semi-finals matches, across 4 divisions to determine who gets to go! Some of the participants are new to this moment, some of the teams were here last year.. either way buckle up as we are going to get some big time matches today! PrepdigAZ will be at a few of the matches today (I will be at the 2A matches) so make sure to come say hi! We will be looking at one player from each match who could be the difference maker in their match, they might be a household name or a name of someone you should know, either way these 8 have a big chance to make an impact in their matches!
Emma has a big responsibility tonight to try and slow down the pin hitters of Xavier. She has totaled 81 blocks this season, averaging nearly one per set, and has shown the ability to be a difference-maker at the net. Against a Xavier team featuring several dynamic pin hitters, Brayer's ability to read the offense, close the block, and take away attacking angles will be critical. Although she will need to be a force on defense, her ability to also hit at a high percentage and score points on offense will provide another difference for her team. If she can combine some offensive efficiency with a strong blocking performance, she could be one of the key pieces in helping Sandra Day O'Connor earn a spot in the state championship.
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Kalista has been one of the most productive offensive players in Arizona this season, and her impact on Perry's success goes well beyond simply putting balls away. Recently named Region Player of the Year, the senior six rotation outside hitter has established herself as a true go to option for the Pumas, recording 367 kills while averaging 3.7 kills per set and hitting an impressive .321. She has the offensive range and versatility to score from multiple areas of the court, making her a difficult matchup for opposing defenses. As Perry prepares for a semifinal matchup against Highland, Fuller will be one of the players to watch. With a spot in the state championship on the line, Perry will need its POY to deliver another big performance and be the difference maker that helps the Pumas take the next step.
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Morgan will need to be a major offensive weapon for Chaparral as the Firebirds head into their semifinal matchup against Sunrise Mountain. Sunrise recently handed Chaparral a loss to close out the regular season, giving the Firebirds extra motivation heading into this rematch. Thorne has totaled 199 kills this season and has proven to be a valuable secondary scoring option, especially when opposing defenses commit extra attention to Chaparral's other pins. Her versatility as an attacker and ability to generate offense from multiple areas of the court make her a difficult matchup and give the Firebirds another dimension offensively. If Chaparral hopes to get past Sunrise Mountain and earn another trip to the state championship, Thorne's ability to step up and provide consistent offensive production could be a major difference maker.
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Lucy has been the rock for Notre Dame this season on their way to the semi finals and the number one ranking. Lucy has established herself as one of the premier offensive weapons in the 5A conference, and Notre Dame…
Kallie is an impressive pin in her own right, and while much of the attention this season has centered around another offensive weapon on her team, she has consistently shown that she is more than capable of carrying her share of the offensive load. Recently named 1st team all region, Kallie has established herself as a major contributor and a difficult matchup for opposing defenses. Her all around game makes her especially valuable, as she doesn't have to rely solely on putting the ball away to impact the match. In the quarterfinals against Arcadia she had 18 kills along with numerous great touches in defense and serve receive to keep her team in system even when she wasn't on offense. If Kallie can continue to produce offensively while maintaining her consistency in the back row, she will be a major piece of Ironwood Ridge's effort to keep its postseason run alive and a trip to the finals!
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Sloan is one of the most dynamic offensive weapons in the state and possesses the type of attacking ability that can completely change the outcome of a match. As just a sophomore, she has already surpassed 1,000 career kills and is tracking toward a legitimate shot at the 4A career kills record if she maintains her current production. What separates Sloan is her ability to generate offense in multiple situations, take over stretches of a match, and consistently put pressure on opposing defenses. She has the attacking range and offensive volume to be a matchup problem regardless of what a defense throws at her. Fresh off being named Region Player of the Year, she gives Saguaro a legitimate opportunity to earn a spot in the state championship if she continues this offensive pace against Mica Mountain.
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Megan was recently named to the 1st team all region team, and her ability to establish herself as one of the top setters in her region and conference has been evident from the start of the season. What makes Megan…
PCDS is humming right now, and their offense is clicking at a very high rate and one big reason why is Annabel! Recently PCDS switched to a 5-1 and Annabel has handled most of the setting responsibilities and that has also lead to her being named 1st team all region. Her ability to connect with her hitters, distribute the ball effectively, and run a fast paced offense has been a major factor in PCDS's offensive success. Annabel also does a great job playing defense and attacking other teams with an effective float serve. She is an weapon when it comes to serving and puts a ton of pressure on teams with how she plays. She has done an excellent job keeping the offense balanced and putting her hitters in positions to succeed and she will need this to continue tonight for them to make a run at the championship on Saturday.
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Want to stay on our radar this season? Tag us in your highlights, match schedules, big performances, milestones, and anything else you want us to see. We want to know where you're playing and how your season is going!
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