Avoli Committed Athlete: Arkansas Stock Up Showcase

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Prep Dig has teamed up with Avoli, the volleyball brand built specifically for female athletes, to present <em>Committed</em> — a spotlight series celebrating standout athletes at each 2025 Prep Dig Showcase. These athletes are chosen for their leadership, sportsmanship, and relentless work ethic — the same values Avoli champions on and off the court. Each featured athlete receives exclusive Avoli gear in addition to their own spotlight article. Learn more about Avoli and explore their performance-driven footwear at <a href="http://avoli.com/">avoli.com</a>.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Arkansas Stock Up Showcase was hosted on June 14th from 9-11am at Gametime at the Grounds in Cabot, Arkansas. The event brought out 45 athletes from the Class of 2026 to the Class of 2030. Arkansas, Nevada, and Oklahoma were represented at the event making for great competition and an electric atmosphere. Ten different universities were represented at the Division 1, Division 2, NAIA, and other levels. Throughout the event, we hosted drills and game play that gave college coaches and scouts a great picture on each individual athlete. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>At the end of the event, the Prep Dig Arkansas Avoli Committed Athlete was announced and presented by Prep Dig Arkansas Lead Scout Hannah Watkins. This athlete was presented this award after she turned the heads of many college coaches and scouts. She was described as a "team player" and "possessing all the qualities a college coach could want in a recruit" making her a standout amongst her competition. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Your 2025 Prep Dig Arkansas Stock Up Showcase <strong>Avoli Committed Athlete was presented to [player_tooltip player_id='763428' first='Mia' last='Adams'].</strong> </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["763428"],"_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-684df43d6451f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='763428' first='Mia' last='Adams'] earned this award and recognition after capturing the attention of coaches, event staff, and parents throughout the day. She stood out not only for her performance, but for her unwavering positivity by cheering on her teammates, opponents, and even players in other matches. With a constant smile, Mia truly embodied the spirit of an Avoli Committed Athlete. Despite wearing a bulky knee brace and being one of the younger athletes at the event, she delivered several standout plays. Her inspiring journey includes overcoming a torn ACL and meniscus tear in June of 2024, adding a powerful chapter to her volleyball career. Off the court, Mia holds a 4.1 GPA at Central Arkansas Christian and was recently inducted into four honor societies.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:image {"id":783406,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://prepdig.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2025/06/IMG_9271.jpg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-783406" /></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Avoli Committed Athlete - Honorable Mentions</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='758288' first='Hendrix' last='Yancey'] (5'10, Middle Blocker, Class of 2030, Lakeside High School)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='768346' first='Brinkley' last='Gigerich'] (5'11, Middle Blocker/Pin Hitter, Class of 2029, Lakeside High School)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='766523' first='Piper' last='Andersson'] (5'10, Right Side/DS, Class of 2028, Little Rock Christian School)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='752220' first='Olivia' last='Miller'] (5'5, Setter, Class of 2027, Bryant High School)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='751232' first='Alyssa' last='Jackson'] (5'8, Middle Blocker/Right Side, Class of 2026, Lonoke High School)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Avoli Committed Athlete recognition capped off an unforgettable morning filled with competition, connection, and opportunity. With the gym full of hungry athletes and supportive families, it was a showcase of not just skill but heart, hustle, and growth. While one athlete earned the Committed title, several others received honorable mentions from attending coaches for their standout performances, energy, and potential at the next level. For many, this event was a stepping stone in their recruiting journey and a reminder that hard work, leadership, and love for the game never go unnoticed. Prep Dig Arkansas cannot wait for the opportunity to host more events in the future!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Thank you to who all attended, stayed present, and supported their athlete! We are extremely thankful for the love that Prep Dig Arkansas has received since launching in early 2025. We cannot wait to continue growing the sport of volleyball in Arkansas.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>- Hannah Watkins, Prep Dig Arkansas Lead Scout, @prepdighannah on IG/X.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->