Elsie Gerdes, | Prep Dig

Elsie Gerdes

DS/L

2028 Class

5'3" Height

Cedar Falls School

Club Iowa Juniors Club

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Rob Howe

Prep Dig Scout

I saw Gerdes in person at the Rochester M1 Elite scrimmages at the beginning of January to kick off club season. I attended the Impact Invite earlier this month, when she was again competing with CIA 16 Black. Gerdes is a stabilizing presence in the back row for this squad. Consistency leads to it staying in system to take advantage of a strong attack at all three positions along the front of the net. Gerdes covers a good amount of court thanks to a combination of easy lateral movements, clean reads on the ball and flowing with the opposing attack to get in the best possible position to deliver a clean pass. Gerdes communicates clearly with her teammates, sharing information and taking it in. Graduation losses leave Cedar Falls needing help in its back row next season, and Gerdes has the talent to do just that.

2 months ago

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Rob Howe

Prep Dig Scout

CIA finished fourth among a deep field at the 2025 Iowa Regional Qualifier with Gerdes holding down the libero spot. She covers a lot of the court with her quickness and athletic ability. Gerdes benefits from sharp reflexes and by getting strong reads on the attack. She holds up well in serve-receive and communicates clearly with her teammates. She should have a chance to compete for playing time on the Cedar Falls varsity this fall.

12 months ago