2023 Prep Dig Nebraska Preseason All-State: Class D1
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Class D1 will have its share of intrigue in 2023. We’ll have links below to all the other all-state teams we’ve revealed this week. Two classes remain, and the talent level keeps elevating in groups like Class D1. Small-town Nebraska…
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Continue ReadingClass D1 will have its share of intrigue in 2023.
We’ll have links below to all the other all-state teams we’ve revealed this week. Two classes remain, and the talent level keeps elevating in groups like Class D1. Small-town Nebraska knows how to churn out some gems like the ones we’ve selected here. Different teams making the move to Class D1 will shift the narrative, too.
Here’s the list.
Herrick is one of several representatives of reclassifying teams on this list. Amherst is making the move to Class D1 this year, but that shouldn’t stop Herrick from remaining of the leading scorers in her class. She’s been making that kind of impact since her career began and can be a proficient terminator in a few different positions.
Hedstrom brings a lot of the same skills we’ve just discussed with Herrick. She’s can hit quicker tempos in the middle or split outside to take care of some out-of-system swings on the pin. Another tournament run could be in the works despite St. Mary’s switching classes this year.
Sumner-Eddyville-Miller’s strength is in the middle. That’s where you’ll find O’Neill, a rare six-rotation middle blocker who can rack up any stat imaginable. O’Neill’s four kills per set last season told only part of her story, as she was a key cog in the back row and was not afraid to step back in serve receive.
The S-E-M middle duo is complete with Arbuthnot appear on this feature from the Class of 2026. Opposing teams never get a break from the middle onslaught that the Mustangs can wield. Arbuthnot racked up three kills per set in her debut season and is primed for even more production as a sophomore.
Ottemann brings the kind of physicality that can overpower any defense. She saw a big uptick in attacking volume last year and is just starting her progression as an upperclassman role. Johnson-Brock will lean on that experience while pursuing a return to the tournament stage.
Seip proved last year that she can be a reliable scoring outlet for Nebraska Christian. With all the savvy hitters that the Eagles have churned out lately, it should be no surprise to see Seip’s late resurgence. She was among the most efficient attacker in Class D1 last season and will use that to her advantage in the coming months.
BDS is back in the Class D1 crew, and plenty of rising juniors will be making an impact for the Eagles. Sliva showed her strength as a go-to opposite who can hit over well-formed blocks in the frontcourt. Her serve as been assertive, too. These BDS stars already know what it’s like to be in high-pressure matches. 2023 could have more of those.
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While Sliva makes her mark on the right pin, Bohling is due for a huge season on the left. It’s hard to ignore the progress she made with Nebraska Juniors during the club season, and that will be a sign of what’s to come with BDS.
Diller-Odell oscillates between Class D1 and D2 frequently, but that doesn’t stop universally talented players like Hennerberg from makings themselves known. The senior setter will look to keep the Griffins in the postseason hunt in D1, and her top-notch distribution is always an asset.
Bruning has been the ringleader for Nebraska Christian’s multi-year presence at the state tournament. Her smooth touch at the setter spot makes every hitter around her better, and some class-leading assist totals have inevitably followed. With a vast amount of club experience and an equally impactful role on the high school side, Bruning will be one of D1’s best in her final prep season.
Bartley Southwest has a new home in Class D1, but the Roughriders will still have their veteran leader to guide the offense. Lampe has approached ten assists per set in each of her last two seasons, giving Southwest a consistent spot atop the wildcard standings. That shouldn’t change in 2023.
Busteed is gearing up for an important senior campaign with Elgin/Pope John. The savvy senior had a breakout season in 2022 and can use that as a launching point for even greater achievements this fall. Her performances at Prep Dig showcases have revealed her readiness to take on more responsibilities.
Here’s the digging machine for Guardian Angels Central Catholic. Hass has a real chance to track down 2,000 career digs this season after putting up head-spinning numbers in her first three years with the Bluejays. Averaging six digs per set would be nothing new for Hass, and that’s the kind of stat-stuffing leadership we should expect in her final season.