Crutcher dazzled on both offense and defense in the West Jessamine victory. Crutcher has a high attack point and uses it to pound out a variety of shots. Crutcher takes a quick peak at the other side then lets balls rip. Crutcher executes line shots, crosses and cut shots with authority. Crutcher’s defense was even more phenomenal in the win. Crutcher owned the back row as well. She had her eyes locked on hitters then used her quick bursts to track them down under control. Crutcher’s leadership shows in her communication on the court. Described as powerful, consistent and smart by teammates and close ones, Crutcher makes sure teammates are in the right positions on the court. Crutcher said they worked on closing seams in practice so they got into a groove there defensively.

At the beginning of her sophomore year, a West Jessamine assistant challenged Crutcher and the other hitters to go up with a purpose. Crutcher does that and a whole lot more signified by her team-high 527 kills on a balanced team this past fall. She takes advantage of many one-on-one opportunities in the middle and outside for both club and high school ball. Similar to Miller, she is not afraid to crack jokes off the court to keep her teammates loose.

It is hard not to notice Crutcher in the front row. She is a dominat force to be reckoned with. Crutcher (pictured) gives herself great space at the net and lets balls rip. She mixes in soft taps to the 10-foot line to throw off defenders. Crutcher has solid timing on her blocks and her athleticism helps her win jousts. Crutcher is also a sound passer and server. Crutcher had 527 kills, 46 blocks, 87 digs and 35 aces in the fall, helping West Jessamine go 28-12, win another 46th District crown and the 12th Region for the ninth time in 10 years to make it back to the state tournament.

Ashlyn Crutcher Ashlyn Crutcher 5'10" | MB/OH West Jessamine | 2027 State KY is a force as a OH. She has a powerful swing which she can place right down the line to rack up those kills, which she does often! She has excellent form and timing when getting up for the block with good vertical shown and good reach to win a joust. She moves readily into position giving herself plenty of room for a healthy attack, which she can get on top of and hit down with force! Her setter calls for her often and she delivers either deep or short and can fool the opposition tipping in the donut! We loved her play! She has the goods!

Crutcher continues to add diversity to her hits during club season. Crutcher is really tough on the short sets in the middle, consistently rising over blockers and smacking balls to the ground. Crutcher knows how to put balls around blockers. She mixes in soft tips to throw off defenders. Crutcher’s blocking game has taken strides during the club season as well.

Crutcher is one of the many young hitters that blossomed as the season went along for the Colts and that experience will pay dividends next year. Crutcher does a great job rising up to the net and smacking balls down from the middle and the pins. She also helps form solid blocks at the net. Crutcher could turn into a dominant hitter in the 12th Region next year with hard work during the club season.

As a sophomore, Crutcher shows strong potential in the middle with her growing timing with Callaway. Her powerful attacks from the left side and solid blocking, marked by well-timed jumps and good positioning, already put pressure on opponents. With continued improvement in her connection with the setter, Crutcher is set to be a key player on both offense and defense.

Crutcher is going to be a consistent force in the middle once she gets the timing down with Marsh. Crutcher showed she can put a lot of power into the ball, especially from the strong left side. She also has good timing on her blocks to control the net well.