Beachside Dominates Season Opener Against Nease

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The 2025 Florida high school volleyball season opened with energy and precision as Beachside High School hosted Nease High School on August 18th. With the stands packed and anticipation running high, Beachside wasted no time proving that they came ready to compete. The starting six—[player_tooltip player_id='496471' first='Erica' last='Duffy'], [player_tooltip player_id='492548' first='Jayden' last='Roberts'], Anni Ahmet, Molly VanDeusen, [player_tooltip player_id='333125' first='Adriana' last='Jeanpierre'], and Isabella Seda Taveras—set the tone from the first serve. Their chemistry and execution led to a commanding first-set win, 25–4, before closing out the sweep in straight sets (25–10, 25–18).</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>This victory was not only a showcase of Beachside's depth and team cohesion but also of several standout athletes who made their presence felt throughout the match.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"align":"left"} --> <p class="has-text-align-left"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='807372' first='Sophia' last='Hayes'] (#12, Senior, OH, Nease HS)</strong><img class="wp-image-878703" style="width: 150px" src="https://prepdig.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2025/08/jgj01132-crop-1080x710-1755794111.jpg" alt="">As a senior leader, Hayes set the tone with her athleticism and reliability in serve receive. She covered ground quickly, consistently delivering two- and three-option passes that kept her team in rhythm. Her defensive awareness showed in transition as she moved seamlessly off the net, positioning herself to block or cover attackers. Even under pressure, Hayes never let her composure slip, constantly offering encouragement and energy to her teammates. Her combination of agility and leadership was a backbone for Beachside in the opener.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='733221' first='Presley' last='Ulmer'] (#15, Sophomore, OH/MH, Nease HS)</strong><img class="wp-image-878705" style="width: 150px" src="https://prepdig.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2025/08/jgj01144-crop-1080x710-1755794289.jpg" alt="">Ulmer proved she's a weapon at both pins and the middle, constantly making herself an option in transition. Her ability to vary her tempo and mix up attacks kept Nease defenders guessing. Whether working over the block, tooling around it, or changing the speed of her swing, Ulmer found ways to score when her team needed it. Her versatility as both an outside and middle gave Beachside another dimension offensively.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Trinity Walton (#3, Junior, DS, Nease HS)</strong><img class="wp-image-878708" style="width: 150px" src="https://prepdig.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2025/08/jgj01157-crop-1080x710-1755794389.jpg" alt="">Walton brought fire and flair from the service line with her low, aggressive serves that skimmed just above the tape and forced Nease out of system. On defense, she was relentless—covering every corner of the back row and making sure no attack went unanswered. Her communication was loud, clear, and constant, making her a true defensive quarterback. Walton's fierce competitiveness and quick reads made her a difference-maker in keeping the momentum squarely on Beachside's side.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Molly VanDeusen (#8, Junior, <strong>Setter,</strong> Beachside HS)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Running a 6–2 offense, VanDeusen showcased why she's one of Beachside's key playmakers. She distributed the ball with precision, totaling 13 assists and consistently putting hitters in strong attacking positions. Her sets were crisp and deceptive, giving her teammates windows to finish points with authority. VanDeusen's steady presence ensured that Beachside's offense ran smoothly from start to finish, making her the quiet but crucial engine behind the win.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Leanna Deutou (#15, Junior, Middle Attacker, Beachside HS)</strong><img class="wp-image-878711" style="width: 150px" src="https://prepdig.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2025/08/jgj01160-crop-1080x710-1755794520.jpg" alt="">Deutou was an extension of the net itself, using her size and timing to disrupt Nease's hitters. She forced opponents to change their swing angles, often pushing them into mistakes. Overpasses stood no chance with her in the front row, as she quickly converted them into points. When paired with [player_tooltip player_id='333125' first='Adriana' last='Jeanpierre'], the two formed a formidable blocking duo that gave Nease few options to swing cleanly.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":878715,"width":"232px","sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none","align":"center"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image aligncenter size-large is-resized"><img src="https://prepdig.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2025/08/jgj01150-crop-1080x710-1755794725.jpg?w=800" alt="" class="wp-image-878715" style="width:232px" /></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Beachside's season opener was more than just a win—it was a statement. The starting six set the foundation with their energy and execution, while players like Hayes, Ulmer, Walton, VanDeusen, and Deutou's invidual impact elevated the performance of their teams. With a convincing sweep over Nease, Beachside not only announced themselves as contenders this season but also displayed the depth and versatility that will carry them forward. If this match is any indication, the Barracudas are going to make waves in 2025.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->