Sophomore Littles Making Noise on Varsity

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Join Prep Dig using code “AVG30” for a discount on your initial membership.</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Sophomore littles are making their presence known on varsity courts this season, proving that you don't have to be the biggest player on the floor to make a big impact. Whether stepping into starting roles or earning valuable minutes in the back row, these young defensive specialists and liberos are showing impressive court awareness, quick reactions, and the ability to handle tough serves and powerful attacks. Their consistency in serve receive, willingness to chase down every ball, and ability to keep rallies alive have made them valuable pieces of their teams' success. These sophomores are gaining experience, building confidence, and making names for themselves with their play in the back court.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Remember to follow me on Instagram @Prepdigamy and Facebook @PrepDig Amy for live event coverage, behind the scenes stories, player highlights, and the latest updates. If you want to get on my radar or feel like I may have missed you, please reach out to me on email at <a href="mailto:vanguilderamy@gmail.com">vanguilderamy@gmail.com</a>. I always love hearing from players, especially Minnesota athletes and I'm always looking for new players to watch and follow!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["997978"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6adba3cfb752b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Groebner has been making her presence known in the backcourt this season, taking on a significant role in serve receive and providing consistency on defense. With 344 receptions, averaging 6.1 per set, and just 32 errors, she has proven she can handle a heavy workload while keeping her team in system. She has also collected 190 digs, 14 assists, and 10 service aces. Groebner is showing that she can be counted on to handle tough serves, keep balls alive, and make an impact from the back row.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1006661"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6adba3cfb75b5"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Keen is another sophomore defensive specialist making an impact on the varsity court this season. She has been a steady presence in the backcourt, collecting 160 digs while averaging 2.5 digs per set. She has also taken on a solid role in serve receive, handling 200 receptions and averaging 3.2 per set. Beyond her defensive contributions, Keen has been a threat from the service line, racking up an impressive 32 aces. Her ability to contribute in multiple areas of the backcourt has made her a valuable part of her team's lineup this season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1055222"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6adba54cb0855"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Nobach is another sophomore defensive specialist making the most of her time on the varsity court this season. She has been a solid contributor in the backcourt, collecting 199 digs while averaging 2.7 digs per set. She has also taken on a significant role in serve receive, handling 356 receptions and averaging 3.5 per set. Beyond her defensive responsibilities, Nobach has contributed 18 service aces and 24 kills, showing her ability to make an impact in multiple areas of the game. With a heavy workload in serve receive and consistent defensive production, Nobach is proving to be a valuable piece of her team's backcourt.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1055224"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6adba54cb08a7"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Ward has been putting in the work in the backcourt this season, making her presence felt with her defensive play and contributions in serve receive. She has collected 140 digs, 29 assists, and handled 219 receptions, showing her ability to take on a solid workload in the back row. She has also been effective from the service line, racking up 23 aces. Ward continues to gain valuable varsity experience while showing that she can contribute in several areas of the game. Her hustle, defensive effort, and ability to keep the ball in play have made her a valuable part of Superior's backcourt this season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1055221"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6adba54cb08ed"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Sophomore libero Fonder has made quite a name for herself this season with her impressive play in the backcourt. She has been a defensive standout, racking up 377 digs while averaging 4.8 digs per set. Fonder has also taken on a significant role in serve receive, handling 461 receptions, averaging 5.8 per set, and maintaining an impressive 95% serve receive percentage. Beyond her defensive numbers, she has contributed 86 assists, averaging 1.1 per set, along with 10 service aces. Her ability to cover the court, handle a heavy serve receive workload, and keep her team in system has made her a valuable presence on the varsity floor.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->