Division VI Regionals: Underclassmen to See

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>CLASS OF 2027</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='480805' first='Kamryn' last='Cocherl']</strong> - Pleasant | MH<br>At 5'11, Cocherl has a lot of versatility to her offensive game while showing a lot of tools to be able to contribute in other areas as well. She doesn't compete like a typical freshman as she commands the ball at the net and has the physicality and strength to do a lot with her opportunities. She is one of the best point scorers in Ohio in any class at 6.5 k/s while terminating at a .392 efficiency. Her arm is a huge asset at the service line as well as she has over 150 total aces in her two varsity seasons to date. You can next see Pleasant take on Nelsonville-York later this week.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='732853' first='Charlee' last='Yoder'] </strong>- Garaway | S<br>Soon approaching 1,500 career assists, Yoder has been a staple in Garaway's effort for two straight seasons, controlling their offense, which has improved overall this season through her increased 9.5 a/s average. She also adds 9.4 d/m. Garaway's offense has increased their offensive success to 12.4 k/s collectively in 2024 with Yoder providing a lot of that guidance in her decision-making and distribution. She gets her hands up high and early and is simple in her extension and location that helps create good timing and space for her hitters. The Pirates play #8 ranked South Webster in their next match.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='732807' first='Audrey' last='Miller'] </strong>- Garaway | OH<br>Miller has had a statement season for Garaway in her sophomore year. She has increased her output to 3.1 k/s to make a key impact for a team that is 21-4 overall as she is a big reason why they have elevated their offensive numbers this season as a collective unit. The 5'8 outside hitter moves well through her approach pattern to get her feet to the ball so she can take aggressive swings. With 52 aces she leads the Pirates in this aspect, while also among team leaders defensively at 3.4 d/s. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='732855' first='Addison' last='Homan']</strong> - Monroeville | DS/L<br>Homan has helped guide Monroeville's defense with a team best 6.8 digs per set average. She picks up over 21 digs per match, which is a significant increase from some very good numbers during her freshman season. At 5'2, she fulfills her role well in the Eagles' rotation defense as she is quick in her preparation to get stopped and balanced to be able to react to the attacker taking swings. Homan can create good range in all directions, which helps ignite an offense that has led to a 24-1 overall record and a Firelands conference championship. Monroeville, ranked #7, has a big match up ahead versus #5 Tinora.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='480814' first='Sara' last='Geibel'] </strong>- Dalton | OH<br>The 5'6 outside hitter had nearly 300 kills a season ago and has followed that up by making a bigger impact for Dalton in her second year. With 377 total kills, Geibel is averaging 4.6 k/s through an increased efficiency at .253. Her defense has been impressive as well at over 10 digs per match. Dalton is unbeaten, ranked #4, and will next face McDonald.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>CLASS OF 2028</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='582211' first='Sedona' last='Weisbrod'] </strong>- Centerburg | OH<br>The #2 offensive threat for Centerburg, Weisbrod is 5'10 and has a high contact point at the end of her approach work. With big upside to her game, she has a high ceiling towardas where she likely will be in her skill set by the end of her prep career. She has great club experience with Mintonette, which has translated well to her varsity career in her confidence to take big swings. Weisbroad has seemingly been playing her best offensive ball in October as she has earned double-digit kills or digs in five of Centerburg's past six matches including career highs of 22 kills versus Northmor and 30 digs versus Fredericktown.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='721278' first='Campbell' last='Etzler'] </strong>- 2028 | Coldwater | DS/L<br>The 5'5 libero plays like a veteran in her freshman year for a team with great experience and leadership ahead of her. As the #1 ranked DVI team in Ohio, Coldwater is unbeaten and a big favorite to claim the state title in this reclassification year. Etzler is a key catalyst for their ball control and defense, some of the best in this regional phase. She averages over 11 digs per match with good vision and quickness in her reaction and pursuit of the ball. She is also third on the team in total aces with 37, an area where this team can create a lot of advantages.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='696391' first='Halle' last='Kuntz']</strong> - McDonald | MH<br>Kuntz is a 6'0 middle that has been a consistent factor for the 24-1 Blue Devils. She has had moments throughout the season where she has been able to assert herself and make a bigger impact. As there offense likes to lay the ball up for her high in the middle phase, she uses her length well to get up and get on top of the ball with a fast and aggressive arm when on time in the air. She provides 2.2 k/s and is second on the team with 37 total blocks. McDonald next will face Dalton.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->