Jalynn Janich Jalynn Janich OH Moorhead | 2029 MN shares another reason defenses should be careful of the left pin. Her offensive strategy aims to achieve an early position, to time the approach, and to create opportunities for attack from various angles. One of the biggest challenges for an outside hitter is being aggressive when the set isn’t quite where it should be. That starts with Janich’s ability to change her footwork, maintain her approach rhythm, and work through the ball. Observe how she approaches the block, particularly when the opposing middle closes off and takes away the cross-court seam. Finding space between defenders, using the high hands and knowing when to turn a swing down the line are all skills that can be advantageous in this matchup. Another area to watch is her transition work, specifically how quickly she can get out of the net and set up for the next attack. Janich can show the attacking range and decision-making college coaches want at the outside position, and the Class 4A-Section 8 title is at stake. ~Theresa@prepdigdakotas

There is so much to be said about timing, especially when it comes to young attackers, and Janich already has a great feel for it. She pairs a quick, powerful arm with excellent timing that allows her to take aggressive swings in a variety of situations. Whether she is attacking an out of system ball or tracking the set across her shoulder on the right pin, Janich does a great job getting herself in position to unload. When she connects, she puts plenty of power behind the ball and can deliver a heavy shot that is tough for defenders to dig. The numbers showcase that also. Just five matches into the season, Janich is already near the top of the leaderboard and averaging an impressive 10 kills per match.