The Up Next Showcase – Wisconsin-Where Plays Begin

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em><strong><a href="https://prepdig.com/subscribe/">Subscribe</a>&nbsp;to Prep Dig using discount code digdakotas30</strong></em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Follow on Instagram@prepdigdakotas</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Up Next Showcase in Wisconsin had an incredible turnout, and it gave us the perfect opportunity to evaluate talent from the Class of 2030. This group of athletes came ready to compete, showing effort, energy, and skill on both sides of the ball—from aggressive swings at the net to disciplined defensive reads.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>What stood out the most was the <strong>first two touches of the game</strong>: the passer to the setter. Volleyball always starts with ball control, and these young athletes are already learning that you can't execute a play without a clean pass and a setter who can deliver the ball with tempo and accuracy. That connection sets the tone for everything else, and this showcase was full of players demonstrating that foundation.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["878428"],"_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-68ab465200014"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>✨Player Spotlight | Up Next Showcase✨</strong><br><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='878428' first='Addison' last='Cunningham']</strong> (Class of 2030 | 5'6” | Setter) 🏐</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Addison was one of the most composed setters on the court this weekend. Her hands are clean, her release is smooth, and she knows how to put the ball right where her hitters need it 🔥. What really stood out was her ability to change tempo—fast to the pins, high when needed, always keeping the block guessing. She hustled in coverage, read the game well, and brought great energy to her team 💪. Addison is definitely a 2030 setter to keep on the watch list 👀.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>~Theresa @prepdigdakotas</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["878231"],"_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-68ab465200079"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>🔦Player Spotlight | Up Next Showcase🔦</strong><br><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='878231' first='Macie' last='Anderson']</strong> (Class of 2030 | 5'3” | DS/L) 🏐</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Macie made a big impression in the back row with her quick reflexes and fearless defense. She reads hitters well, positions herself early, and pops up tough balls that keep rallies alive 🙌. Her platform control stood out, delivering consistent, clean passes that allowed her setters to run the offense smoothly. Add in her hustle and vocal leadership, and you've got a DS/L who makes a difference every time she steps on the court 💥. Macie is definitely one to keep an eye on in the 2030 class 👀.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>~Theresa @prepdigdakotas</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["850210"],"_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":"","_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-68ab4652000c6"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>🔦 Player Spotlight | Up Next Showcase 🔦</strong><br><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='850210' first='Leah' last='Walker']</strong> (Class of 2030 | 5'4” | Setter/DS-L) 🏐</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Leah brought grit and skill to the showcase. As a setter, she showed great hands, smooth ball placement, and the ability to run an offense with confidence ✨. What really makes her stand out is her defensive toughness—she's not afraid to hit the floor, dig hard-driven balls, and battle like a libero in the back row 💪. That blend of leadership, toughness, and court awareness makes Leah a unique prospect in the 2030 class and one who will only keep climbing 📈.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>~Theresa @prepdigdakotas</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["737760"],"_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-68ab46520010f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>🔦 Player Spotlight | Up Next Showcase 🔦</strong><br><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='737760' first='Mylee' last='Wallschlaeger']</strong> (Class of 2030 | 5'3” | DS/L) 🏐</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Mylee made a big impression with her defensive consistency and quick reaction time. She reads hitters early, positions herself well, and has the ability to turn tough digs into playable passes 👏. Her serve-receive was steady throughout the showcase, showing confidence under pressure. At just 5'3”, she plays with an edge and energy that keeps her team locked in 🔥. Mylee's instincts and relentless hustle make her a defensive leader in the 2030 class.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>~Theresa @prepdigdakotas</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["879468"],"_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-68ab465200158"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>⭐ Player Spotlight | Up Next Showcase ⭐</strong><br><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='879468' first='Avery' last='Gehring']</strong> (Class of 2030 | 5'3” | DS/L) 🏐</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Avery showed off her fearless defensive style at the Up Next Showcase. She isn't afraid to throw her body on the floor for a ball, and her ability to keep rallies alive was unmatched 🙌. What stood out most was her court communication—she's vocal, directs traffic, and brings confidence to the back row. Add in her clean first touch in serve-receive and her knack for covering tips, and Avery is the kind of DS/L every team wants on the floor. 💪</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>~Theresa @prepdigdakotas</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong><em>Thank you to all my readers for making this journey possible. My goal has always been simple—to shine a light on athletes at every level, from Division I to NAIA, and give them a platform to keep chasing their love for the game. 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