Small School Prospects College Coaches Should Know

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Talent can be found at every level of Colorado volleyball, and some of the state's most impactful prospects are developing outside the larger school spotlight. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>These athletes continue to prove they have the skill, athleticism, and competitiveness to succeed at the next level while leading their programs in smaller classifications. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Here are several small school prospects that deserve to be on college coaches' recruiting radar.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":1004107,"_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-6a4db7ca05f46"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1004107' first='Sydney' last='Baseggio'] is a quick, athletic setter from Sterling High School who brings a competitive edge every time she steps on the court. She runs the offense efficiently, consistently putting her hitters in position to score while elevating the play of those around her. Baseggio also does an excellent job handling tight passes at the net and provides steady, reliable defense.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":1004111,"_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-6a4db7ca05fb9"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1004111' first='Sydney' last='Corr'] is a crafty setter from The Classical Academy who consistently puts her hitters in position to succeed. She distributes the ball effectively from anywhere on the court, making smart decisions and creating quality scoring opportunities for her offense. Corr is also quick on her feet, allowing her to extend rallies with strong defensive instincts and keep plays alive.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["519222"],"_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-6a4db7ca06008"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='519222' first='Caylee' last='Somersalmi'] is a dynamic six rotation outside hitter who impacts the game on both sides of the ball. She has a powerful arm but also has the volleyball IQ to mix in a variety of shots, making her difficult for opposing defenses to read. Capable of playing either pin, Somersalmi brings valuable versatility, while her reliable serve receive and relentless defensive effort make her a true six rotation contributor.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["987133"],"_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-6a4db7ca06052"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='987133' first='Ava' last='Leininger'] excels in serve receive, covering a tremendous amount of court and allowing her hitters to transition quickly into offense. Defensively, she reads attackers exceptionally well and consistently puts herself in position to make plays. Leininger is also a weapon from the service line, adding value with a tough and consistent serve.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":1004117,"_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-6a4db7ca06099"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1004117' first='Mia' last='Martinez'] is an athletic six rotation outside hitter from Eaton High School who impacts the game in every phase. She attacks at a high point of contact and is difficult to defend thanks to her ability to score with a variety of shots. Martinez is equally valuable in the back row, where she provides steady defense and excels as a primary passer in serve receive.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->