Five Players that Executed Well on Day 2 of USAV Nationals

The second day of any tournament is about rebounding from a tough first day if not building on a solid first day. The Northern Kentucky 14 and 15 Tsunami teams came back and executed better after not winning any games the first day. The 14 team won all three games on the second day at the Indianapolis Convention Center to remain in contention for the gold bracket in the 14 USA bracket and 15 won both games in 15 Open action.   Execution goes a long way toward getting results. These five players did that well on Friday.   To get in front of Prep Dig Scouts, college coaches and other top talent from the Class of 2030 at the Freshman Showcase in Wilder on July 18, register here. This code of Mike26PD25OFF gives players 25 percent off registration. <a href="https://events.prepdig.com/e/2288/register/kentucky-stock-up-showcase">https://events.prepdig.com/e/2288/register/kentucky-stock-up-showcase</a>. The Stock Up Event for the 2027 through 2029 classes is also the same day. One can also use the discount code and register here. <a href="http://events.prepdig.com/e/2288/register/kentucky-stock-up-showcase">http://events.prepdig.com/e/2288/register/kentucky-stock-up-showcase</a>    Schalk (pictured) gives the 14 Tsunami consistent play at the libero spot. Schalk does a good job squaring her arms to the targets and trails plays with a purpose. She's developed good mental toughness before entering high school. Schalk bounces back from mistakes quickly. She puts across a nice jump float serve to different zones.     Sathe made a number of key hits, including shoots to help 14-1 to a 3-0 day Friday. Sathe tools blocks and uses her off (left) hand to surprise opponents with soft touches to the shallow zones. Sathe puts down overpassed balls with authority and tools blocks for big points. Sathe also works well with teammates to form sound double blocks.     Kyles gives opponents fits with her tough angles from the right side. The lefty gets on top of balls and pounds out superb crosses. She has a great attack, extension and finish. Kyles finds different ways to terminate balls. Kyles attacks seams with precision. She is also an aggressive blocker at the net.     Emerson provides sound six-rotation play for 15-3. She anticipates well then makes crisp first touches. Emerson tools blocks and makes quality out of system swings. She is not afraid to shove balls to corners for huge points. Her arm swing has also made big strides throughout club season.     Richard is learning how to use her height to make plays at all six spots on the court. Richard makes sound first touches and sends free balls over with a purpose. She is reliable on offense. Richard tools blocks, gets on top of balls then puts solid power into them. Richard does a great job attacking seams regularly. She does need some work on her passing, but that will come with more repetitions.    Note from Writer   Mike Graham has been writing for Prep Dig for two years and has enjoyed getting to know the volleyball scenes in Kentucky, Ohio and Tennessee. If you liked the story, please copy and paste to X (formerly Twitter) and Facebook. You may also follow us at @<a href="https://www.instagram.com/prepdigkentucky/#">prepdigkentucky</a>, @<a href="https://www.instagram.com/prepdigtennessee/#">prepdigtennessee</a> or @<a href="https://www.instagram.com/prepdigoh/#">prepdigoh</a> on Instagram in addition to @PrepDigKy, @PrepDigTN or @PrepDigOH on X. If you feel someone in Kentucky, Tennessee or Ohio needs coverage or even have feedback on the Kentucky or Tennessee rankings, please email Mike at michaelgraham@prepdig.com. You may also follow him on X @GMCgrah or Instagram @g.michaelgraham. Subscriptions give you access to exclusive content. For a 30% discount on yearly subscriptions, enter code graham30 at checkout.

The second day of any tournament is about rebounding from a tough first day if not building on a solid first day. The Northern Kentucky 14 and 15 Tsunami teams came back and executed better after not winning any games the first day. The 14 team won all three games on the second day at the Indianapolis Convention Center to remain in contention for the gold bracket in the 14 USA bracket and 15 won both games in 15 Open action.