Kinley Beaudoin is truly one of those pins who can simply do it all. Throughout the Sophomore ID Showcase, we watched her make an impact from both pins, but what really caught our attention was everything she contributed outside of her offensive production. No matter what the rally required from her, Kinley seemed to find a way to make the play.

Offensively, she looked comfortable attacking from either side of the net and showed the versatility to be a legitimate scoring option in multiple situations. She competed hard in transition, stayed available to her setter, and wasn’t afraid to take responsibility for difficult balls. Her ability to contribute from multiple positions gives her a tremendous amount of value as a pin.

However, some of Kinley’s most impressive moments came when she wasn’t the one taking the swing. She stepped in on out-of-system plays and delivered nearly flawless second contacts to give her hitters an opportunity to score. In the back row, she made some ridiculously athletic defensive plays, covering ground and refusing to allow difficult balls to hit the floor. Then she’d turn around and make her presence known at the net, including putting up some impressive solo stuff blocks against opposing pins.

It was the sheer range of Kinley’s game that impressed us most. She can terminate, defend, set out of system, block, and make the type of effort plays that can completely change the momentum of a rally. She’s not waiting for the game to come to her—she finds ways to insert herself into the action and contribute wherever she’s needed.

That type of versatility is incredibly valuable, especially from a young pin who still has so much time to continue developing. Kinley already has an impressive toolbox and the athleticism to impact nearly every phase of the game. We couldn’t believe some of the plays she made throughout the showcase, and we know her game is only going to continue expanding with time. She’s absolutely a name we’ll be keeping on our radar.

Kinley stands out through her passing consistency and the energy she brings to the court. She prides herself on encouraging teammates while delivering passes to target, helping set her team up for success in transition. She is currently working on becoming more consistent as a hitter, putting in extra work outside of practice through one-on-one sessions and weekly speed and agility training. Her goals include becoming a six-rotation outside hitter with improved consistency and a higher volleyball IQ. Kinley describes herself as very positive and motivated by bringing out the best in those around her, a quality that strengthens team chemistry.

~ Michelle Bamford @Coachable247