Washington Top 250 Expo: 2027 & 2028 Liberos

<!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Underclassmen Defenders Shine!</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Our Top 250 Expo in Washington featured impressive talent and well-trained players from Washington, Oregon, Alaska, and British Columbia. The action was fast, fun, and competitive, and the 105 players present kept the level of play high with their skill and effort. Thank you to all the coaches and staff who helped run the event; it's appreciated!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>This article examines the 2027 &amp; 2028 Top Performers at the libero position. Keep watching the site and social media for more coverage of the Expo. Thank you for attending!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["541317"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-674d4b7769197"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">The White River High School sophomore impressed Expo coaches with her calm, mature attitude and ability to make explosive defensive plays. Her athleticism as an attacker translates to the libero spot beautifully; Stevenson has top-end acceleration when chasing down a tip or shot, and she displayed terrific agility and body control in the back row. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":732140,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://prepdig.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2024/12/Emery-Stevenson.jpg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-732140" /></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["713621"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-674d4b77691ff"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">O'Malley's positive and encouraging approach was recognized by coaches at the Expo. The Bainbridge Island sophomore will play club for NPJ Seattle this season. The left-handed dynamo had offenses working hard to handle her difficult float serve while she passed nails in serve receive. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":732139,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://prepdig.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2024/12/Kira-OMalley.jpg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-732139" /></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["727387"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":["override_image"],"_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":728909,"_player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":"field_62f141137ead9","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-674d4b776924c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Coaches at the Expo singled out Schneider for a Top Performer award, noting her strong hands when playing the ball overhand, excellent recognition on tips and off-speed, and range and size in the back row. The junior from Bishop Blanchet had a successful school season that included a post-season run with the Bears; she will be with Space Needle for the club season. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":728908,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://prepdig.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2024/12/Audrey-Schneider.jpg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-728908" /></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["499403"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-674d4b77692ee"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Coaches at the Expo raved over the 2027 prospect's grit standing in against huge swings; Pirillis absorbs brutal heat with a solid platform and cushions her dig to keep her team in system. The sophomore is an excellent overall player who is solid on the beach and can take a swing from the pin or pipe if needed. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":732138,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://prepdig.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2024/12/Samantha-Pirillis.jpg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-732138" /></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["708426"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-674d4b776933e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Troxel traveled from Alaska to the Washington Expo and left with a Top Performer award. The prospect from Thunder Mountain and Juneau Douglas High School played defense with quick reactions and displayed a high level of communication and skill that the coaches appreciated. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":732137,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://prepdig.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2024/12/June-Troxel.jpg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-732137" /></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["459090"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6754e9540b284"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Lauifi was injured for part of the school season but showed no rust at the Expo. The 2027 from South Kitsap reads the game at a high level, and she cut off swings and serves when she had the best angle to make the play. Lauifi did an excellent job connecting with the players around her, and the court coaches liked how she brought her team together during the six-on-six play. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":732136,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://prepdig.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2024/12/Analiah-Lauifi.jpg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-732136" /></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Three 2028 Libero Standouts!</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["727386"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-674d4b7769386"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Coaches at the Expo watched Jang dig up multiple swings outside of her area and awarded her a Top Performer honor. The 2028 prospect from Glacier Peak High School plants her feet when she recognizes the attack and quickly makes a quality defensive move to punch up a dig. Jang should have a big club season with WVBA this year.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":732135,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://prepdig.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2024/12/Ashley-Jang.jpg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-732135" /></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["583958"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-674d4b77693ce"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Coaches at the Expo picked up on the all-around skill set of the versatile 2028 player from Kamiak High School; Moll has the athleticism to swing from the pins, set a clean ball, and was quick and consistent defensively. Moll played strong and confidently at the Expo; she was comfortable jumping in at any position needed and earned her Top Performer award. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":732134,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://prepdig.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2024/12/Alexis-Moll.jpg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-732134" /></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["450287"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-675c4a122ed02"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Bentosino brought the "go, go, go!" to the Expo. The freshman from Mountlake Terrace has a motor that won't quit and plays with relentless energy. The 2028 libero supported and encouraged her team, covering her hitters time after time to keep rallies alive. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":732133,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://prepdig.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2024/12/Kenzie-Bentosino.jpg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-732133" /></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->