SoCal 2029 Freshman Top Performers: Officially on the Radar
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The freshman year of high school volleyball is more than just an introduction. It is a time for growth, development, and proving you belong. It is the year athletes begin building meaningful relationships with teammates and coaches, learning what it means to compete at a higher level, and starting to carve out their place in the high school program.
At the PrepDig SoCal Showcase in Rancho Santa Margarita, California, I had the opportunity to watch a talented group of incoming freshmen take the court, and they showed up ready to compete. Each of these athletes earned a spot on the PrepDig radar through their performance. Their selection sends a clear message that making varsity as a freshman is not only possible, it is within reach.
Below is a list of athletes who stood out and secured early recognition as players to watch. Some may have full evaluations coming soon, but for now, these are the names to keep an eye on as the season gets underway.
Brooklyn Hill
Brooklyn
Hill
5'11" | S/RS
San Clemente | 2029
CA
Named Top Performer at the PrepDig SoCal Freshman Showcase.

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Yemaya Chappell
Yemaya
Chappell
6'4" | MB/RS
Crossroads | 2029
State
CA
Named Top Performer at the PrepDig SoCal Freshman Showcase.

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Vivienne Monn
Vivienne
Monn
5'7" | DS/L/S
Crossroads | 2029
CA
Named Top Performer at the PrepDig SoCal Freshman Showcase.

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Lucy Zeiter
Lucy
Zeiter
5'11" | S/RS
Aliso Niguel | 2029
State
CA
Named Top Performer at the PrepDig SoCal Freshman Showcase.

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Nalani Catlin
Nalani
Catlin
5'9" | RS/OH
Otay Ranch | 2029
CA
Named Top Performer at the PrepDig SoCal Freshman Showcase.

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Addison Underwood
Addison
Underwood
6'0" | RS/OH
Orange Lutheran | 2029
State
CA
Named Top Performer at the PrepDig SoCal Freshman Showcase.

Jocelyn Nading
Jocelyn
Nading
5'11" | S/RS
Santiago | 2029
State
CA
Named Top Performer at the PrepDig SoCal Freshman Showcase.

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Lyric Caldwell
Lyric
Caldwell
5'9" | MB/RS
Crossroads | 2029
State
CA
Named Top Performer at the PrepDig SoCal Freshman Showcase.

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Orna Lavin
Orna
Lavin
6'1" | OH/RS
Marlborough School | 2029
CA
Named Top Performer at the PrepDig SoCal Freshman Showcase.

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Anabella Bailey
Anabella
Bailey
5'10" | OH/RS
Frontier | 2029
CA
Named Top Performer at the PrepDig SoCal Freshman Showcase.

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Stella Roberts
Stella
Roberts
5'10" | MB/OH
Frontier | 2029
CA
Named Top Performer at the PrepDig SoCal Freshman Showcase.

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Nylah Fasavalu
Nylah
Fasavalu
6'0" | MB/RS
Adolfo Camarillo | 2029
State
CA
Nylah Fasavalu
Nylah
Fasavalu
6'0" | MB/RS
Adolfo Camarillo | 2029
State
CA
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Sarah Pringle
Sarah
Pringle
5'6" | DS/L
Frontier | 2029
CA
Named Top Performer at the PrepDig SoCal Freshman Showcase.

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Sofia-Rose “SR” Husband
Sofia-Rose
“SR” Husband
6'1" | RS/OH
Marymount | 2029
State
CA
Named Top Performer at the PrepDig SoCal Freshman Showcase.

Highlights
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Sloane Banks
Sloane
Banks
5'7" | S/DS/L
Pacifica Christian-Santa Monica | 2029
CA
Named Top Performer at the PrepDig SoCal Freshman Showcase.

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Isabella Navarro
Isabella
Navarro
5'4" | DS/L/S
Rancho Cucamonga | 2029
CA
Named Top Performer at the PrepDig SoCal Freshman Showcase.

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Brianna Chao
Brianna
Chao
5'10" | MB/RS
Eleanor Rosevelt | 2029
CA
Named Top Performer at the PrepDig SoCal Freshman Showcase.

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Elle Binn
Elle
Binn
5'9" | OH/DS/L
Cathedral Catholic | 2029
CA
Named Top Performer at the PrepDig SoCal Freshman Showcase.

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Hailey Nordlicht
Hailey
Nordlicht
5'4" | DS/L
Torrey Pines | 2029
CA
Named Top Performer at the PrepDig SoCal Freshman Showcase.

Hailey Flickinger
Hailey
Flickinger
6'0" | OH/RS
Jupiter | 2029
State
FL
Named Top Performer at the PrepDig SoCal Freshman Showcase.

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Leni Darius Named Top Performer at the PrepDig SoCal Freshman Showcase.

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London Kamins
London
Kamins
5'9" | DS/L
Point Loma | 2029
CA
Named Top Performer at the PrepDig SoCal Freshman Showcase.

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Kayra Atalay
Kayra
Atalay
5'5" | S/DS/L
University City Highschool | 2029
CA
Named Top Performer at the PrepDig SoCal Freshman Showcase.

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Analiese Lim
Analiese
Lim
5'5" | DS/L
Mater Dei | 2029
CA
Named Top Performer at the PrepDig SoCal Freshman Showcase.

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Charlotte Broutt
Charlotte
Broutt
5'6" | S/RS
Crossroads | 2029
CA
Charlotte Broutt
Charlotte
Broutt
5'6" | S/RS
Crossroads | 2029
CA
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Gia Johnson
Gia
Johnson
6'2" | MB/OH
Redlands | 2029
State
CA
Named Top Performer at the PrepDig SoCal Freshman Showcase.

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Sofia Manapat
Sofia
Manapat
5'6" | S/RS
Mater Dei | 2029
CA
Sofia Manapat
Sofia
Manapat
5'6" | S/RS
Mater Dei | 2029
CA
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Samiyah Brown
Samiyah
Brown
5'8" | OH
Mater Dei | 2029
CA
Named Top Performer at the PrepDig SoCal Freshman Showcase.

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Anaya Dela Fuente
Anaya
Dela Fuente
6'0" | OH/RS
Sierra Canyon School | 2029
State
CA
Named Top Performer at the PrepDig SoCal Freshman Showcase.

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These freshmen have already proven they're ready to compete, lead, and make an impact at the next level. Stay tuned for more coverage and athlete spotlights from the SoCal Freshman Showcase.
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