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<p>The Class AA state tournament quarterfinals gave us plenty of great volleyball to watch, and as always, there were several players who caught my attention along the way. Some helped lead their teams to the semifinals, while others left everything they had on the court despite their team's tournament run to the championship coming to an end. That's one of my favorite things about watching the state tournament. There is so much talent on the court, and a player's performance isn't always reflected in the final score. From big offensive plays and tough defense to smart decisions and the little things that can make such a difference, these athletes gave us plenty to appreciate. After watching the quarterfinal matchups, here are a few Class AA players whose performances really impressed me.</p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">Johnson is a fierce attacking outside who does a great job offensively, whether she is in system or out of system. She was pivotal to her team's success, consistently finding ways to make an impact regardless of the situation. She has the power to put down a hard shot but also knows when to mix things up with an off speed attack to catch the defense off guard. What I really like about Johnson is her ability to adjust to whatever ball comes her way and still find a way to be effective. She also contributes plenty in the back row, playing solid defense and doing whatever her team needs to be successful. She is a competitive, versatile six rotation player who brings a lot to the court.</p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">Tanner was a new find for me this season, and she certainly caught my attention. She is a tall, powerful right side who brings exactly what you want to see from that position. She is a strong presence at the net, putting up a solid block that caused plenty of problems for Dover's offense. She did a great job reading the hitters, getting her hands in the right position, and forcing Dover to adjust its attacks. Offensively, Tanner was just as impressive, delivering powerful attacks that proved to be too much for Dover to handle. Her ability to be a force on both sides of the net made her a tough matchup.</p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">Jackson is a steady and dependable presence in the backcourt for Watertown-Mayer. She plays with a calm confidence and has a way of making difficult plays look routine. She was strong in serve receive and spent much of her time defending out of middle back rather than the more traditional left back position, something you don't see as often anymore for liberos. She handled that role extremely well and was a key part of keeping her team's defense organized. Jackson also brings an offensive element to her game, attacking from the back row and giving her team another way to put points on the board. Add in her strong serve, and she is a player who contributes in just about every aspect of the game. Her consistency and versatility make her an important piece of Watertown-Mayer's success.</p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">East Grand Forks came out with plenty of energy in the Class AA quarterfinals, taking the opening set from No. 1-ranked New Life Academy. Knowing they would need to find ways to catch the defense off guard, setter Berg did a great job of making smart decisions and taking advantage of opportunities when they presented themselves. Berg sees the court well and knows when to run her offense and when to take matters into her own hands. She was especially effective attacking on the second ball, pushing it deep into the corners and catching New Life Academy out of position. The lefty setter also has a solid serve, adding another element to her game. I really liked her court awareness and willingness to be aggressive when the opportunity was there.</p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">While Rush City was swept in three straight sets by a very talented and loaded Minnewaska Area team, sophomore attacker [player_tooltip player_id='754571' first='Ellie' last='Telander'] certainly didn't go down without a fight. She battled at the net, working hard to find ways to score against a tough defense, but what also caught my attention was her play in the backrow. Telander came up with some big digs to keep rallies alive. She showed a lot of determination and wasn't afraid to get after the ball, even when Minnewaska was putting plenty of pressure on Rush City. With two more years ahead of her, I'm excited to see how Telander continues to develop and what she brings to the court in the seasons to come.</p>
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The Class AA state tournament quarterfinals gave us plenty of great volleyball to watch, and as always, there were several players who caught my attention along the way. Some helped lead their teams to the semifinals, while others left everything they had on the court despite their team's tournament run to the championship coming to an end. That's one of my favorite things about watching the state tournament. There is so much talent on the court, and a player's performance isn't always reflected in the final score. From big offensive plays and tough defense to smart decisions and the little things that can make such a difference, these athletes gave us plenty to appreciate. After watching the quarterfinal matchups, here are a few Class AA players whose performances really impressed me.
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Johnson is a fierce attacking outside who does a great job offensively, whether she is in system or out of system. She was pivotal to her team's success, consistently finding ways to make an impact regardless of the situation. She has the power to put down a hard shot but also knows when to mix things up with an off speed attack to catch the defense off guard. What I really like about Johnson is her ability to adjust to whatever ball comes her way and still find a way to be effective. She also contributes plenty in the back row, playing solid defense and doing whatever her team needs to be successful. She is a competitive, versatile six rotation player who brings a lot to the court.
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Tanner was a new find for me this season, and she certainly caught my attention. She is a tall, powerful right side who brings exactly what you want to see from that position. She is a strong presence at the…
Jackson is a steady and dependable presence in the backcourt for Watertown-Mayer. She plays with a calm confidence and has a way of making difficult plays look routine. She was strong in serve receive and spent much of her time…
East Grand Forks came out with plenty of energy in the Class AA quarterfinals, taking the opening set from No. 1-ranked New Life Academy. Knowing they would need to find ways to catch the defense off guard, setter Berg did…
While Rush City was swept in three straight sets by a very talented and loaded Minnewaska Area team, sophomore attacker Ellie TelanderEllieTelander
5'11" | OH/RS
Rush City | 2029 StateMN
certainly didn't go down without a fight. She battled at the net, working hard to find ways to score against a tough defense, but what also caught my attention was her play in the backrow. Telander came up with some big digs to keep rallies alive. She showed a lot of determination and wasn't afraid to get after the ball, even when Minnewaska was putting plenty of pressure on Rush City. With two more years ahead of her, I'm excited to see how Telander continues to develop and what she brings to the court in the seasons to come.
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Telander
5'11" | OH/RS
Rush City | 2029
State
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certainly didn't go down without a fight. She battled at the net, working hard to find ways to score against a tough defense, but what also caught my attention was her play in the backrow. Telander came up with some big digs to keep rallies alive. She showed a lot of determination and wasn't afraid to get after the ball, even when Minnewaska was putting plenty of pressure on Rush City. With two more years ahead of her, I'm excited to see how Telander continues to develop and what she brings to the court in the seasons to come.
