Division 2 Early Season Standouts: 10 Athletes from 10 Schools
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We are entering the heart of high school volleyball season in Wisconsin, and it is such a fun place to be. Most teams have a conference match or two under their belts and several tournaments. Here are some early season…
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Continue ReadingWe are entering the heart of high school volleyball season in Wisconsin, and it is such a fun place to be. Most teams have a conference match or two under their belts and several tournaments. Here are some early season standouts highlighting the Division 2 matchups!
Peyton is the top-ranked athlete in her class, and she is absolutely dominating the high school season. She already has over 200 kills and is a defensive leader on her team as well. Peyton is an athlete who is explosive yet consistent and rarely makes errors. She plays high-level serve receive and defense and is incredibly efficient on offense and from the service line.
Hailey is an explosive pin that is dominant in every aspect of her game. She leads her team in digs, kills, and service receptions. Hailey is confident and consistent on the court and can play on either pin. Her high contact and massive vertical allow her to swing over and around most opposing blockers. Hailey never misses an opportunity to earn points for her team.
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Mariah is so impressive in everything she does. She is a huge leader and was a key player in Xavier’s state championship run last year. She has not slowed down, already contributing over 300 assists to the 2023 season. Mariah is smart, gritty, and consistent, a dangerous combination in a setter. She is also a great defender and a highly competitive server.
Grace has exploded onto the scene in the last year. She has always had solid form, but as she played at a high level during the club season, her court awareness and decision-making really developed. Grace is a huge leader on the court for Notre Dame and runs the offense efficiently.
Jordan is a clean and dynamic setter with a quick touch on the ball and keeps the New Berlin West offense running like a well-oiled machine. Jordan seems to be able to get her hands on any ball that her back row puts up, and it is very hard for opposing blockers to read, which gives her offense great opportunities to earn points.
Ellery has continued her dominance in the back row. She is so key for Sauk Prairie in the back row, from the service line, and as a leader. Ellery already has 22 aces, 240 digs, 126 service receptions, and 9 assists to start this season. She shows no signs of slowing down and is such a fun and talented athlete to watch.
Madelyn is coming off of a huge club season and has carried her momentum into the high school season. She plays setter in club volleyball but is an offensive weapon for Kewaskum. She is very well-rounded in all of her skills and has contributed 108 kills, 24 aces, 126 digs, and 152 service receptions so far this season. Madelyn adds value with every contact she has on the ball, whether on offense, defense, serve receive, or from the service line.
Bryn has been a hugely talented athlete in this class since the moment she stepped on the high school court for Wisconsin Dells. She has soft hands, a high volleyball IQ, and great court vision. She can earn points as well off of savvy tips and smart plays. Bryn is a very high-level player and one who has the potential to have a huge impact throughout the rest of the high school season and into her collegiate career!
Dani is putting the exclamation point on her high school career this season. She was a leader last season and only continues to do so. Her efficiency this season is incredible – hitting 0.357 from the pin. She knows how to find holes in opposing defenses and is aggressive on every swing. Dani recently helped her team sweep Wisconsin Lutheran, a huge conference rival. She is consistent, powerful, and an energizer on the court.
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Jessica really leveled up her game over the past club season and coming into the high school season. She is playing for Whitall as a six-rotation outside hitter and has shown the depth of her play. Her serves are lethal, and she has contributed numerous aces so far this season. Jessica is a go-to hitter for Whitnall, who has had a great start to conference play.