Every time I’ve watched Walen play during club qualifiers this season, she’s left an impression. She competes with confidence, isn’t afraid in big moments, and does a great job mixing up and running the offense. She’s constantly talking, keeping her hitters engaged, and making sure everyone is on the same page. You can tell she’s in command when she’s on the court, and her teammates trust her to make the right decisions. Combine that with the high level training and tough competition she faces throughout the club season, and it’s easy to see why she is one of the top setters in her class.

Whitney Walen Whitney Walen S Roseville | 2028 State MN showed why she’s already ahead of the game as a setter. She ran a complete offense with confidence, delivering clean tempo on every route—pins, middles, slides, and out-of-system balls included. What stood out most was her ability to stay composed while speeding the game up, making quick reads and keeping hitters in rhythm regardless of pass location. Whitney’s hands are disciplined, her release is consistent, and she understands how to keep blockers honest. She didn’t just set the ball—she controlled the match. ~Theresa @prepdigdakotas

Sophomore setter Whitney Walen Whitney Walen S Roseville | 2028 State MN has been racking up the assists and aces in her third high school season for the Raiders. Running primarily in a 6-2 offense, Walen has been a pivotal part of the team’s success. The dynamic setter has put up a stat line that includes 27 aces, 95 digs, and 231 assists, averaging 5.4 assists/set. Walen does a solid job getting her feet to the ball which allows her to deliver such a clean, hittable ball to her attackers. She also has good court awareness and knows how to isolate her attackers.