Setters Take Command at Nebraska Top 250 Expo

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>On to the setters.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Showcase environments offer an opportunity to evaluate setters in a unique light. These signal-callers take charge of team drills while putting unfamiliar teammates in a position to be successful. This pressure test allows us to see which setters can adapt to any circumstances and remain consistent. Last weekend's Nebraska Top 250 Expo had plenty of leaders who rose to this occasion.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>We have quality across the board for this list.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["173528"],"_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_0_evaluation":"We're starting with one of Nebraska's most persistent stock risers in the Class of 2025. Nelsen has been a force on the Nebraska prep scene for a while, going all the way back to her freshman debut with Fremont. The talented junior setter has now taken the reins at Millard North, where she put up 8.4 assists per set and helped the Mustangs gain some traction in the Class A race. Nelsen can now boost her stock further with another standout club campaign in the Premier Nebraska gym.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_1_player":["351465"],"_player_evaluations_1_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_1_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_1_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_1_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_1_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_1_evaluation":"We recently made note of Johnson's breakout junior year with Lincoln East. She broke into the starting lineup this fall and helped keep the Spartans right in the postseason conversation for a second consecutive year. Johnson is incredibly steady, whether she's helping run a two-setter offense or going all the way around. Her athleticism and foot speed allow her to track down errant passes and put up hittable balls. 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