CIF State Championships – SoCal Open Division Round 1

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://prepdig.com/subscribe/">Outside hitters, middles and setters from SoCal's Open Division field are on this list. Did you make it? Unlock full profiles with code Coachable247 for 30% off.</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Four SoCal matchups open CIF State Open Division play Wednesday night at 6pm. Mater Dei is the No. 1 seed and hosts Los Alamitos. Sierra Canyon hosts Oaks Christian, Torrey Pines hosts Santa Margarita, and Cathedral Catholic hosts Mira Costa. Several of these programs have already met this season, and some of the seniors on the court Wednesday just played each other for the CIF-SS Division 1 title.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>This preview leans on what PrepDig has already seen from these athletes, season totals from MaxPreps, and each team's road to Wednesday. Where athletes have shared their own words, those quotes are included exactly as they gave them.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">No. 8 Los Alamitos at No. 1 Mater Dei</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Mater Dei (39-1, No. 1 in the nation) hosts Los Alamitos (30-8). Mater Dei won the first meeting 3-0 on August 18, and it beat Sierra Canyon in four sets last Saturday for the CIF-SS Division 1 title. Season totals from MaxPreps: [player_tooltip player_id='482047' first='Westley' last='Matavao'] has 387 kills, 59 aces, 320 digs and 398 receptions, [player_tooltip player_id='748210' first='Jael' last='Smith'] has 147 blocks and [player_tooltip player_id='533581' first='Kalea' last='Lee'] has 575 assists. Los Alamitos counts on [player_tooltip player_id='569584' first='Charlotte' last='Hall'] (365 kills), [player_tooltip player_id='818534' first='Audrey' last='Belikoff'] (103 blocks), [player_tooltip player_id='510530' first='Kaitlyn' last='Herweg'] (55 aces, 515 digs, 540 receptions) and [player_tooltip player_id='468094' first='Royal' last='Banducci'] (483 assists).</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["482047"],"_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-6af2849bd5f40"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='482047' first='Westley' last='Matavao'] (2027, OH, 6'0") is a UCLA commit and the No. 2 player in PrepDig's California 2027 class. She finished the CIF-SS Division 1 Final with 19 kills, 14 digs and two aces. She has been Mater Dei's answer in both of the last two finals against Sierra Canyon, and PrepDig's 2027 Top 10 pointed to nearly 1,000 career kills. This season she has 387 kills, 59 aces, 320 digs and 398 receptions.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>~ Michelle Bamford @Coachable247</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["748210"],"_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-6af2849bd5f7f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='748210' first='Jael' last='Smith'] (2029, MB, 6'3") plays club for [program_tooltip program_id='876208' first='SC' last='Rockstar'] and is the No. 1 middle in California's 2029 class and No. 2 in the state overall. Against Santa Margarita in the CIF-SS playoffs she led Mater Dei with six blocks, three of them solo, and hit .643 with nine kills and no errors. She has 147 blocks this season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>~ Michelle Bamford @Coachable247</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["533581"],"_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-6af2849bd5f9f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='533581' first='Kalea' last='Lee'] (2027, S, 5'11") plays club for [program_tooltip program_id='429573' first='Wave' last='Volleyball Club'] and is the No. 7 player in the 2027 class. When PrepDig saw her at the Clash of Champions, she ran the Mater Dei offense with poise, distributed across a stacked attack and kept her hitters in rhythm through long rallies. She has 575 assists this season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>~ Michelle Bamford @Coachable247</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["510530"],"_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-6af2893dbac40"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='510530' first='Kaitlyn' last='Herweg'] (2027, DS/L, 5'6") plays club for LOVB 18 Amir and is the No. 9 player in the 2027 class. She passed 1,500 career digs this fall, the most in Los Alamitos history, and the milestone was celebrated on her senior night. This season she has 515 digs, 540 receptions and 55 aces.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>What skill or habit are you most proud of right now?</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>“A habit I am most proud of is my team's ability to show up and compete with the best without getting discouraged or give up when we're down a couple points.”</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>What does your team need to do to win on Wednesday?</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>“My team needs to show up ready to compete and follow through with our game plan as we work point by point fighting together.”</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>~ Michelle Bamford @Coachable247</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["468094"],"_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-6af2849bd5fd7"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='468094' first='Royal' last='Banducci'] (2027, S, 5'8") is the No. 26 player in PrepDig's California 2027 class and runs the Los Alamitos offense. She has 483 assists this season according to MaxPreps.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>~ Michelle Bamford @Coachable247</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["569584"],"_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-6af2849bd5ff1"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='569584' first='Charlotte' last='Hall'] (2027, RS/OH, 6'1") plays club for [program_tooltip program_id='429516' first='Seal' last='Beach Volleyball Club'] and is the No. 85 player in PrepDig's California 2027 class. She leads Los Alamitos with 365 kills this season according to MaxPreps.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>What skill or habit are you most proud of right now?</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>“One skill or habit in my game right now that I am most proud of is my leadership and my ability to stay calm on the court.”</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>What does your team need to do to win on Wednesday?</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>“To win on Wednesday, our team needs to be consistent with serve and pass. Another thing we need to do is capitalize on opportunities to put balls away, this would be a key for us to win on Wednesday.”</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>~ Michelle Bamford @Coachable247</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["818534"],"_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-6af2849bd600b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='818534' first='Audrey' last='Belikoff'] leads Los Alamitos at the net with 103 blocks this season according to MaxPreps.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>What skill or habit are you most proud of right now?</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>“One skill I'm most proud of is my blocking. I'm proud of the progress I've made and how I am contributing to our team defensively.”</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>What does your team need to do to win on Wednesday?</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>“I think we need to win the serve-and-pass game. If we have a strong serve and maintain consistent passing on our side, we can put ourselves in a good position to run a strong offense.”</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>~ Michelle Bamford @Coachable247</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["499263"],"_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-6af2a1b0c1002"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='499263' first='Lucy' last='Sanzaro'] (2027, OH/DS/RS, 6'0") plays for Los Alamitos and for [program_tooltip program_id='429516' first='Seal' last='Beach Volleyball Club'] (17-Black). PrepDig has followed her through the Seal Beach program, where she was on the 15-Black roster at the 2024 Girls Junior National Championships and the 16-Black roster in the 2025 Gold Bracket.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>She was added to PrepDig's 2027 California rankings in November 2024. She was on the June 15 outside hitter call list for college coaches in 2025, and she remains in the updated 2027 rankings from October.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>What skill or habit are you most proud of right now?</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>“The thing I'm most proud of in my game right now is my self talk. Whenever I make a mistake, I talk myself over it to see how to fix it. This way I don't get stuck on one play or in my head.”</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>What does your team need to do to win on Wednesday?</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>“To win on Wednesday, our team needs to have consistent communication and trust in one another. Our team has great chemistry on the court, and we flow naturally when we are constantly communicating on the court. Our talk helps lift each other up and work through the game.”</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>What do you want college coaches to know about you?</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>“Something I want college coaches to know about me besides my stats is my personality. I have a big personality, and I'm not afraid to let it show. I love cheering and celebrating on the court and being an encouraging teammate.”</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>~ Michelle Bamford @Coachable247</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">No. 5 Mira Costa at No. 4 Cathedral Catholic</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Cathedral Catholic (30-7, No. 14 in the nation, San Diego Section No. 2) hosts Mira Costa (22-7, No. 5 in California). Season totals from MaxPreps: [player_tooltip player_id='700675' first='Baylee' last='Wilson'] has 447 kills, [player_tooltip player_id='968412' first='Addyson' last='Eslinger'] has 62 blocks, Kylee-Jo “JoJo” Wilson has 59 aces and 343 receptions, [player_tooltip player_id='778944' first='Samantha' last='Saba'] has 257 digs and [player_tooltip player_id='765941' first='Sierra' last='Aswad'] has 900 assists. Mira Costa counts on [player_tooltip player_id='765623' first='Lily' last='Vandeweghe'] (280 kills, 415 receptions), [player_tooltip player_id='777202' first='Jayden' last='Meyer'] (82 blocks), [player_tooltip player_id='780567' first='Brynn' last='Barry'] (33 aces, 326 digs) and Izzy Basilio (505 assists).</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["700675"],"_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-6af2849bd6028"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='700675' first='Baylee' last='Wilson'] (2029, OH/RS, 6'3") plays club for [program_tooltip program_id='429573' first='Wave' last='Volleyball Club'] and is the No. 1 player in PrepDig's California 2029 class. At the 2026 USAV Girls Junior National Championships she showed the power to finish through the block from the front row and the back row, and PrepDig noted her decision-making against defenders sitting on her swing. After Durango she said, “My teammates and coaches can count on me to swing hard, stay aggressive, and keep fighting for every point,” and she was tightening up her serve this season. She has 447 kills this season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>What skill or habit are you most proud of right now?</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>“I'm most proud of how I've been developing my offensive game and becoming more versatile as a hitter. I've been working closely with my setter on rips, bics, and D balls, and it's been so fun to see that work translate into games. I'm also really proud of my defense and being able to contribute in the back row.”</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>What does your team need to do to win on Wednesday?</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>“I think we need to play together, stay aggressive, and trust each other. We need to serve tough, play great defense, and keep putting pressure on the other team. Most importantly, we need to bring our energy, compete for every point, and play our game.”</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>What do you want college coaches to know about you?</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>“I want college coaches to know how much I love this game and how willing I am to work to get better. I love being a good teammate, bringing energy to the court, and doing whatever my team needs from me. I take a lot of pride in my defense and being someone my teammates can count on, and I would also like coaches to know that I'm always looking for ways to improve my game.”</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>~ Michelle Bamford @Coachable247</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["968412"],"_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-6af289496a28d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='968412' first='Addyson' last='Eslinger'] (2029, MB, 6'2") plays club for [program_tooltip program_id='429573' first='Wave' last='Volleyball Club'] (16-1) and has a 9'10" touch. She brought energy to PrepDig's Durango coverage in September, when she said, “People have always said stuff to me or my parents about how I have great energy and good spirits while on the court,” and she was building her vertical. She has 62 blocks this season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>What skill or habit are you most proud of right now?</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>“Something I am most proud of right now is hitting wrist away. I feel like whenever I'm struggling on just keeping a ball in play, I know I can hit wrist away and it will be very effective.”</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>What does your team need to do to win on Wednesday?</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>“Something my team needs to do is just play our game well and play for each other. We all know it can be our last game with each other, and so going out there not worried about making mistakes and just having fun and knowing we have a job to do is something that will help us move onto the next round.”</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>What do you want college coaches to know about you?</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>“Something I think college coaches should know about me is that I am a very competitive person and I will do anything to get better at what I am doing so I can show up for my team in a different way, and I really appreciate constructive criticism and feedback on how I can do something better.”</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>~ Michelle Bamford @Coachable247</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["489536"],"_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-6af2849bd605c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Kylee-Jo “JoJo” Wilson has 59 aces and 343 receptions for Cathedral Catholic this season according to MaxPreps, a combination of serving and passing that sets the tone for the Dons.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>~ Michelle Bamford @Coachable247</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["778944"],"_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-6af2849bd6077"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='778944' first='Samantha' last='Saba'] is Cathedral Catholic's libero with 257 digs this season according to MaxPreps.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>~ Michelle Bamford @Coachable247</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["765941"],"_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-6af2849bd6092"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"anchor":"acf-block-6af2849bd6092"} --> <p id="acf-block-6af2849bd6092">[player_tooltip player_id='765941' first='Sierra' last='Aswad'] runs the Cathedral Catholic offense with 900 assists this season according to MaxPreps. She took over as a varsity starter as a freshman and ran the offense all the way to the CIF State Open Division playoffs last season. Michael DeLeon added her to the 2029 state rankings at No. 27 on October 30. He noted that she gets under the ball quickly, has clean hands and a fast release, and has the defensive skills of a libero. In a sweep of 33-win Coronado, she handed out 33 assists with seven digs and four aces.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>PrepDig has followed her since her freshman year with [program_tooltip program_id='429573' first='Wave' last='Volleyball Club']. After the 2025 USAV GJNC, she was in our setters scouting report as a player who “plays well beyond her years” with a “strong command of the court.” She brings clean, repeatable technique and a connection with her middle that adds tempo to the attack. She was a Durango Classic setter we featured in September 2025, when she described her goal for the season: “A goal I have set for myself and my team this season is to show our confidence and unity no matter the results. Whether we are up by 10 or losing by 10 I hope we show our perseverance in tough situations.” She has kept that composure while the stage got bigger.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"anchor":"acf-block-6af2849bd6092"} --> <p id="acf-block-6af2849bd6092">~ Michelle Bamford @Coachable247</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["765623"],"_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-6af2849bd60ad"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='765623' first='Lily' last='Vandeweghe'] (2029, OH/RS, 6'1") plays beach and indoor at Mira Costa and is the No. 4 player in the 2029 class. She is with [program_tooltip program_id='876208' first='SC' last='Rockstar'] and is playing down with the 16s, and she earned an invite to the 2026 NTDP Summer Training Series (U15-U16). PrepDig counted 273 kills in 76 sets in early November, and MaxPreps now has her at 280 kills and 415 receptions.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>What skill or habit are you most proud of right now?</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>“My ability to bounce back after a mistake or not the outcome I hoped.”</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>What does your team need to do to win on Wednesday?</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>“Stay focused, together, and leave it all out on the court.”</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>What do you want college coaches to know about you?</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>“I love all the girls I compete against, but on the court nothing else matters but winning that game.”</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>~ Michelle Bamford @Coachable247</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["777202"],"_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-6af2849bd60c5"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='777202' first='Jayden' last='Meyer'] (2027, RS/OH, 6'0") is a Colorado commit and plays club for [program_tooltip program_id='876208' first='SC' last='Rockstar']. At a college camp in June 2025 she said she was proudest of her passing and blocking. She leads Mira Costa with 82 blocks this season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>~ Michelle Bamford @Coachable247</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["479212"],"_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-6af2849bd60dd"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Izzy Basilio (2027, S, 5'8") runs the Mira Costa offense and has 505 assists this season according to MaxPreps. She spoke ahead of the Division 1 Round 3 match with Sierra Canyon.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>~ Michelle Bamford @Coachable247</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["780567"],"_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-6af2849bd60f8"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='780567' first='Brynn' last='Barry'] (2027, DS/L, 5'5") is the No. 47 player in PrepDig's California 2027 class. She has 33 aces and 326 digs this season according to MaxPreps.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>What skill or habit are you most proud of right now?</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>“I'm most proud of my consistency and ability to stay composed under pressure. I've worked hard to improve on these skills, and it definitely pays off in the big moments.”</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>What does your team need to do to win on Wednesday?</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>“I think we just need to play our kind of volleyball, staying aggressive, communicating and trusting each other.”</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>~ Michelle Bamford @Coachable247</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">No. 6 Santa Margarita at No. 3 Torrey Pines</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Torrey Pines (28-5, No. 13 in the nation, San Diego Section No. 1) hosts Santa Margarita (18-12, No. 19 in California). Torrey Pines won the first meeting 3-0 on September 10, and it swept Folsom at Durango (25-13, 25-16) in pool play. Season totals from MaxPreps: [player_tooltip player_id='616624' first='Parker' last='Herrin'] has 331 kills and 51 aces, [player_tooltip player_id='759009' first='Dylan' last='Kupiec'] has 96 blocks, [player_tooltip player_id='534502' first='Lila' last='Green'] has 344 digs and 381 receptions and [player_tooltip player_id='493205' first='Emery' last='Gonzales'] has 948 assists. Santa Margarita counts on Katherine Jackson (260 kills, 32 aces), [player_tooltip player_id='527781' first='Ella' last='Opene'] (43 blocks), KC Medina (337 digs, 443 receptions) and [player_tooltip player_id='1054079' first='Ari' last='Robinson'] (441 assists).</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["616624"],"_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-6af2893247810"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='616624' first='Parker' last='Herrin'] plays club for [program_tooltip program_id='429573' first='Wave' last='Volleyball Club'] (17-Juliana) and leads Torrey Pines with 331 kills and 51 aces this season according to MaxPreps.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>What skill or habit are you most proud of right now?</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>“One skill I am most proud of right now is my defense, I have been working extremely hard to better my defensive game. I have never really got the chance to play back row as much as I am this season, so I love being able to prove myself and show my improvement.”</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>What does your team need to do to win on Wednesday?</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>“On Wednesday we play Santa Margarita, who we have played previously in the season. They are a very different team than the first time. I think as long as we play as a team and with confidence, we will be able to have a great match. Our team is all a group of best friends, we thrive off each others energy, so we always play our best games when we are just having fun!”</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>~ Michelle Bamford @Coachable247</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["759009"],"_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-6af2849bd612e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='759009' first='Dylan' last='Kupiec'] is a 6'3" middle from the 2028 class, ranked No. 16 in California and No. 83 nationally in PrepDig's 2028 rankings. She has 96 blocks for Torrey Pines this season according to MaxPreps. She plays with a presence at the net that forces opposing offenses to adjust. Michael DeLeon called her “a blocking machine” in our Durango Classic preview in September and noted she “can make the opposition respect her in their offensive scheme.”</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>She is already committed to the University of Tennessee, and she plays her club ball at [program_tooltip program_id='429573' first='Wave' last='Volleyball Club']. In July she earned an invite to the USAV NTDP Summer Training Series (U17) in Hamilton, Ohio. We featured her commitment post in our September rankings update, and she said it herself: “I'm so excited for what's ahead, compete at the highest level, and represent Tennessee volleyball.” She was also on the Wave 16-Scott roster at the Triple Crown NIT in February, on Championship Monday in the 16s Elite Division bracket. Dylan dominates.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>~ Michelle Bamford @Coachable247</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["534502"],"_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-6af28922de678"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='534502' first='Lila' last='Green'] (2027, DS/L, 5'5") is the No. 27 player in PrepDig's California 2027 class. She has 344 digs and 381 receptions this season according to MaxPreps.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>What skill or habit are you most proud of right now?</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>“I'm proud of my ability to quickly side out and keep my team in system. I'm also proud of my ability to steady my team in high pressure moments.”</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>What does your team need to do to win on Wednesday?</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>“Our team needs to serve and pass well, keeping Santa Margarita out of system will allow for our defensive system to be successful. We will also need to first ball side out well, not bleeding points and erroring ourselves out of the game. We will also need to play together.”</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>~ Michelle Bamford @Coachable247</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["493205"],"_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-6af2849bd6171"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='493205' first='Emery' last='Gonzales'] (2027, S, 5'10") is the No. 14 player in PrepDig's California 2027 class and runs the Torrey Pines offense. She has 948 assists this season according to MaxPreps.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>~ Michelle Bamford @Coachable247</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["527781"],"_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-6af2849bd618c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='527781' first='Ella' last='Opene'] (2027, MB/RS, 5'10") is a UC Davis beach commit. When PrepDig saw her against Oaks Christian, her high reach on the block stood out, along with her ability to find her hitter quickly. She plays fast on offense and finds gaps. She has 43 blocks this season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>~ Michelle Bamford @Coachable247</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1054079"],"_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-6af2849bd61a9"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1054079' first='Ari' last='Robinson'] (2028, S, 5'11") moved to setter a year ago after playing six rotations at outside hitter. She extended her full body to get the ball to her hitters against Mater Dei, and she treats every point as a battle. She has 441 assists this season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>~ Michelle Bamford @Coachable247</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["492745"],"_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-6af28c9808650"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='492745' first='Kate' last='Jackson'] (2027, OH/DS/L, 5'11") plays club for [program_tooltip program_id='429558' first='Tstreet' last='Volleyball Club'] and is the No. 33 player in PrepDig's California 2027 class. She is a USC beach commit and leads Santa Margarita with 260 kills and 32 aces this season according to MaxPreps. When PrepDig saw her against Mater Dei on Oct. 27, she was the go-to hitter and delivered a deadly top spin jump serve. Before that match she told PrepDig, “Beating Mater Dei earlier this season taught us how important it is to stay calm, trust our training, and compete for every point because we know how quickly a match can change.”</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>~ Michelle Bamford @Coachable247</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["903414"],"_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-6af28c980867d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='903414' first='KC' last='Medina'] (2029, DS/L, 5'4") plays club for [program_tooltip program_id='429558' first='Tstreet' last='Volleyball Club'] and is the No. 13 player in PrepDig's 2029 California class. She was one of two freshmen on the floor when Santa Margarita won the CIF Southern Section title last fall. When PrepDig saw her against Mater Dei on Oct. 27, she set the tone in serve receive, communicated clearly and served an ace. She has 337 digs and 443 receptions this season according to MaxPreps. Before first serve in October she said, “I am looking forward most to being able to compete with high level teams.”</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>~ Michelle Bamford @Coachable247</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">No. 7 Oaks Christian at No. 2 Sierra Canyon</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Sierra Canyon (32-2, No. 2 in the nation) hosts Oaks Christian (26-4). Sierra Canyon lost to Mater Dei in four sets in the CIF-SS Division 1 Final on Saturday. Season totals from MaxPreps: [player_tooltip player_id='545313' first='Hanna' last='McGinest'] has 301 kills and 270 receptions, [player_tooltip player_id='888357' first='Kendall' last='Omoruyi'] has 64 blocks, [player_tooltip player_id='475609' first='McKenna' last='McIntosh'] has 36 aces and 199 digs and [player_tooltip player_id='338908' first='Lucky' last='Fasavalu'] has 720 assists. Oaks Christian counts on [player_tooltip player_id='482046' first='Tristyn' last='Bailey'] (291 kills, 39 aces), [player_tooltip player_id='896341' first='Milena' last='Kirchner'] (57 blocks), [player_tooltip player_id='701952' first='Ellie' last='Hallinan'] (325 digs, 319 receptions) and [player_tooltip player_id='763787' first='Kiley' last='Macias'] (505 assists).</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["545313"],"_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-6af2849bd61c7"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='545313' first='Hanna' last='McGinest'] (2027, OH, 6'1") is a Texas Tech commit and the No. 29 player in the 2027 class. She plays club at [program_tooltip program_id='876208' first='SC' last='Rockstar']. In the CIF-SS Final she finished with nine kills, 13 digs and an ace, and PrepDig noted how she works high on back row attacks and finds the soft spot with a tip. She was an NTDP Winter invitee as a sophomore and an NIT All-Tournament selection. This season she has 301 kills and 270 receptions.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>~ Michelle Bamford @Coachable247</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["888357"],"_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-6af2849bd61e0"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='888357' first='Kendall' last='Omoruyi'] (2027, MB/OH, 6'4") is a Texas A&amp;M commit and PrepDig's No. 1 player in California's 2027 class. In the CIF-SS Final she hit .459 on 37 swings for 22 kills, added a solo block and five block assists, and her 26.5 points led all players. She has 64 blocks this season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>~ Michelle Bamford @Coachable247</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["475609"],"_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-6af2849bd6207"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='475609' first='McKenna' last='McIntosh'] (2027, OH, 6'1") is a USC commit and the No. 5 player in the 2027 class. In the CIF-SS Final she scored 15 points with 10 kills, four aces and 19 digs, and her serving brought Sierra Canyon back from 14-17 in the first set. She was an NTDP Spring invitee in 2025 and a Durango All-Tournament selection. This season she has 36 aces and 199 digs.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>~ Michelle Bamford @Coachable247</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["338908"],"_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-6af2849bd6227"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='338908' first='Lucky' last='Fasavalu'] (2027, S, 5'8") is a Missouri commit and the No. 21 player in the 2027 class. She ran the Sierra Canyon offense with 43 assists in the CIF-SS Final, and she passed 2,000 career assists in the first round of the playoffs. She has 720 assists this season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>~ Michelle Bamford @Coachable247</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["482046"],"_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-6af2849bd6241"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='482046' first='Tristyn' last='Bailey'] (2027, OH, 5'11") is a Notre Dame commit. She said committing lets her play free and try new things without fear of mistakes, and PrepDig saw a high, confident swing on the outside and strong blocks on both sides against Santa Margarita. She has 291 kills and 39 aces this season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>~ Michelle Bamford @Coachable247</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["896341"],"_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-6af2849bd625c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='896341' first='Milena' last='Kirchner'] (2029, MB/RS, 6'1") said in April, as a freshman, that her strength was finding open spots and hitting deep corners. At the varsity level this fall her focus moved to reading the game and communicating what she sees, and PrepDig noted excellent footwork and clear communication with her setter. She has 57 blocks this season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>~ Michelle Bamford @Coachable247</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["701952"],"_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-6af2849bd6277"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='701952' first='Ellie' last='Hallinan'] (2027, OH/DS/L, 5'10") has 325 digs and 319 receptions this season. Ahead of the CIF playoffs she told PrepDig, “I would hope colleges see my leadership on the court as well as my consistency. I strive to be someone my teammates can rely on in high-pressure situations and lead by example through my work ethic.”</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>~ Michelle Bamford @Coachable247</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["763787"],"_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-6af2849bd628f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='763787' first='Kiley' last='Macias'] (2029, S, 5'4") is a sophomore setter who spent the summer collecting different perspectives on running an offense at camps. PrepDig saw quick hands, quick feet and strong chemistry with her hitters against Santa Margarita. She has 505 assists this season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>~ Michelle Bamford @Coachable247</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>All stats and results are sourced from <a href="https://www.maxpreps.com/" data-type="link" data-id="https://www.maxpreps.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">MaxPreps</a></em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Article Cover Photo Credit @kennee.photos</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity"/> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">If You Enjoyed This Article, Help Us Keep the Momentum Going</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>🔥 Athletes</strong><br><a href="https://prepdig.com/prospect-index/">Update your PrepDig Prospect Index profile</a> so it's complete and current, with a photo, your club, your school and your latest film. 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Attend a PrepDig Showcase</strong></a></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em><strong>Use Code: MichelleBamford10 for $10 off on all Showcases</strong></em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Our showcases are designed for athletes who want to take ownership of their recruiting journey and better understand how visibility, evaluation, and opportunity work together. These events offer more than competition. They provide athletes with a chance to learn how exposure works, compete in front of evaluators, build confidence, and gain valuable insight into what coaches are looking for at each stage of development.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Whether your goal is to improve communication, showcase your skills, earn recognition, receive meaningful evaluation, or simply learn how to stand out in a competitive environment, each showcase is built to help athletes grow both on and off the court. If you're ready to invest in your development, tell your story, and put yourself on the radar, <a href="https://prepdig.com/all-events/?type=Showcase" id="https://prepdig.com/all-events/?type=Showcase"><strong>registration is open</strong></a>.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":1063234,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://prepdig.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2026/11/image_42ac93.png?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-1063234"/></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Thank you for making today's wins matter — one article, one player, one memory at a time.</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>~ Michelle Bamford @Coachable247</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->