In the middle, dual-purpose player Hazel Schmidt Hazel Schmidt MB Moorhead | 2027 MN can change a match’s complexion with offensive production and defensive presence. Her ability to put herself in the first tempo threat role immediately puts pressure on opposing middles to respect the quick connection rather than release early to the pins. Schmidt’s attacks are aggressive in nature, with an aggressive approach to entering the setter’s window and creating opportunities to kill the block before it’s fully formed. Defensively, she is just as valuable, using her timing, lateral movement, and blocking instincts to challenge attackers at the net. Her ability to read the setter, close the seam, and eliminate attacking angles makes it difficult for opposing hitters to get clean opportunities. ~Theresa@prepdigdakotas