Calvert Once Again a DVII Favorite for Another Title

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Calvert is on the cusp of another state title as they once again enter the DVII state semifinals with an unbeaten record. Ranked #1 in Ohio in their division, they feature skill, efficiency, and a good balance of contributions among a very experienced core group leading the way, including multiple contributors with four years on the state tournament stage. Here are five key prospects to watch as they get set to play their semifinal round.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["480860"],"_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-6af5e7ccdd992"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Congratulations are in order for Borgio as she recently signed her letter of intent to play volleyball for DI Santa Clara University. The 6'0 pin has been a significant mainstay for the Senecas throughout her career has she has earned all-Ohio and district Player of the Year honors multiple times. Her 2025 effort helped Calvert break through to the DVII state title after consecutive runner-up finishes as she now has a chance to finish her high school career 2-2 if the Senecas can get through their semifinal match versus Northside Christian. With a career best effort this senior season, including a 4.2 k/s average, Borgio is just shy of 1,000 kills for her career to go along with nearly 500 digs. She has a great opportunity to earn these milestones and top the podium once again.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["503990"],"_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-6af5e7ccdd9ce"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Another key factor for the Senecas for a while, the senior setter is averaging her best numbers across her four varsity seasons. Dishing a career high 10.7 a/s this season, she helps create balance across the net while utilizing Calvert's key threats at the right moments to create a high success rate. The Senecas' offense includes five core athletes averaging between 1.7 and 4.2 k/s individually, making them very difficult to defend in large part to Dircksen's experience, leadership, and ability to sling the ball in all directions with good force adjustments and location. She has dished 2,863 total assists heading to the final weekend of her high school career and before she heads to compete for Tiffin at the next level.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["790584"],"_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-6af5e7ccdd9f3"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">The 5'9 middle is this team's best option in that phase of the game as she brings athleticism and a solid background of experience in this program. Her offensive contributions are key to the Senecas' balance and support in opening up space for their more terminal options. Still a junior, Waire is a three-year member of this program at the varsity level as she has been very consistent in her production and efficiency with 2026 being her best in terms of her rate of contribution at 2.0 k/s as her efficiency has jumped to an impressive .386 clip. Undersized by most standards for middle hitters, Waire knows how to create space off the net and around her setter so she can use her arm control to swing effectively at the edges of the block. On the defensive side, she leads the Senecas at 1.6 b/m. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["790586"],"_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-6af5e7ccdda14"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Miller's game has been pivotal at times for the Senecas as she immediately asserted herself as a solid counterpart to Borgio's offense. With steady contributions all season, Miller's offense contributes 3.1 k/s, moving her from a supporting role in her ball control and defense to a complete six-rotation threat. In the Senecas' most recent win, Miller contributed 12 kills and eight digs, helping to prepare her for the biggest stage of the season and a new opportunity for her complete skill set to shine. She is athletic and dynamic in the air with ability to get up and use her vision and balance to drive the ball with good pace and range. Miller is also a huge factor at the service line as she has rocketed 144 total service aces this season, good enough to lead the state of Ohio across all divisions.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["795311"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":["override_image"],"_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":231293,"_player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":"field_62f141137ead9","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-6af5e7ccdda45"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">The 5'7 senior deserves recognition as the Senecas' leader defensively. With a career best 265 digs in 2026, she averages just shy of 10 digs per frame at 9.8 d/m. This program is traditionally strong in their passing and defense, which allows for their offensive balance and ability to use their middles well through quicker tempos. Coleman has been a regular factor since her sophomore season as she has amassed just over 650 total digs for her career. A solid three-sport athlete, she can make things happen defensively with the quickness of her reactions and range to pursue the ball. Look for her to cover good space and pick the ball up for their offense to go to work.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->