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Who are Utah’s standout pins in the class of 2027?

Who are Utah’s standout pins in the class of 2027?
Kaybrie Pe'a
Kaybrie Pe'a November 4, 2025 @ 10:22 AM
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Avery Fauth
Avery Fauth 6'1" | RS | 2027
UT
Rylee Stewart
Rylee Stewart 5'11" | OH | 2027
UT
Macy Melville
Macy Melville 5'11" | OH | 2027
UT
Brinley Barkdull
Brinley Barkdull 5'11" | OH/RS | 2027
UT
Sitoafa Tausinga
Sitoafa Tausinga 5'10" | OH | 2027
UT
Lia Brown
Lia Brown 6'0" | RS | 2027
UT
Ava Burgess
Ava Burgess L | 2027
UT
Ava Burgess
Ava Burgess OH | 2027
UT
<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>There are players on every team who stand as pillars for their team's success. Whoever is across the net, no matter the score or the odds, these players find a way to score and drive their team toward the end line. Meet a few 2027s who make an impact and are the difference makers for their teams.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["775762"],"_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-68f6bc013472b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A terminal player in every aspect of the game who plays undaunted. [player_tooltip player_id='804717' first='Ava' last='Burgess'] can score from anywhere on the court with power and aggression. Her offensive abilities are second to none in her class. Burgess maintains strong balance in the back row, proving to be dependable in both defense and passing. She carries the pressure of her abilities with maturity and executes in must-have moments.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["894407"],"_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-68fd4dbfbfea2"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Helping lead the Hawks to an undefeated, championship season is a competitor, offensive force, and leader that is [player_tooltip player_id='894407' first='Rylee' last='Stewart']. Her arm is fast, and her footwork is efficient in her transition and approach, which gives her the ability to be terminal at the net. She has the aptitude to score off a variety of sets and can bury a ball down the line, and score over, through, and around the block with ease. She can score in transition, pass under pressure, and execute when her team needs her the most.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["892961"],"_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-68f6bc01347a5"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Sitoafa, better known as "Sito", is a very dynamic, fluid outside. Her consistent performance across both the front and back row is a driving force behind her team's victories. Tausinga has a very diverse offense that helps her score proficiently in various, creative ways that sets her apart from other outsides in the state of Utah. She is steady in serve receive with great ability to form angles early and make great plays defensively that keep the Wildcats alive in tough games.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["892965"],"_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-68f811576ac56"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='892965' first='Macy' last='Melville'] can swing from just about anywhere and score. She has an efficient last two steps that get her to the ball quickly and take heavy rips. She has a fast arm swing and good eye-work that helps her score in and out of system. Melville is dependable in the back row and serve receive with solid technique and execution. She is a fierce competitor and brings her A-game every time she steps on the court.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["896261"],"_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-69045880d8b88"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">She is electric on the court with high energy and plays fearlessly. [player_tooltip player_id='896261' first='Avery' last='Fauth'] is a dynamic, 6'1 lefty-opposite that can swing and terminate in and out of system. If there is even a small seam for her to swing in, she will find it and execute. Fauth has solid range -- she can swing down the line hard, "langle", or cross and score. She sets up great blocks that disrupt offenses, shut down outsides, and help her team get back in system. Even though she is a rightside, she demonstrates solid passing technique and can pass in serve receive.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["892964"],"_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-68fd4dbfbfe07"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A lefty, 6-rotation outside is a rare asset -- and always a nightmare at the net. A high-energy player who swings fast and smart in and out system. She has a great shot selection, can terminate off the hands, hard down the line, sharp cross, or a tip to the back line. She is steady in serve receive and creates strong angles. Barkdull's athleticism and speed transfer when she's playing defense, and she has good eye-work that helps her read her hitters, set up in the right position, and make impressive digs.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["808920"],"_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-68f6bc0134812"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='808920' first='Lia' last='Brown'] gets up, swings fast, and plays big. She is equally dominant on the defensive and offensive ends. She has solid offensive range from hard down the line to sharp cross. Defensively, Brown has great eye-work that helps her dig backrow or slow down a hard-driven ball at the net. She lines up on her hitters effectively and knows when to dive into a seam.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->

There are players on every team who stand as pillars for their team's success. Whoever is across the net, no matter the score or the odds, these players find a way to score and drive their team toward the end line. Meet a few 2027s who make an impact and are the difference makers for their teams.

Ava Burgess

Ava Burgess

UT
OH
POS OH
CLASS 2027
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Ava
Burgess OH
Class
2027
HS
Lone Peak
|
UT
Who are Utah’s standout pins in the class of 2027?
A terminal player in every aspect of the game who plays undaunted. Ava Burgess can score from anywhere...
Written by Kaybrie Pe'a
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Ava Burgess

State: Utah
School: Lone Peak
Club: Club V
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Rylee Stewart

Rylee Stewart

UT
OH
HEIGHT 5'11"
POS OH
CLASS 2027
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Rylee
Stewart OH
Class
2027
Height
5'11"
HS
North Sanpete
|
UT
Who are Utah’s standout pins in the class of 2027?
Helping lead the Hawks to an undefeated, championship season is a competitor, offensive force, and leader that is...
Written by Kaybrie Pe'a
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Rylee Stewart

State: Utah
School: North Sanpete
Club: South County
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Oklahoma
Sitoafa Tausinga

Sitoafa Tausinga

UT
OH
HEIGHT 5'10"
POS OH
CLASS 2027
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Sitoafa
Tausinga OH
Class
2027
Height
5'10"
HS
Woods Cross
|
UT
Who are Utah’s standout pins in the class of 2027?
Sitoafa, better known as “Sito”, is a very dynamic, fluid outside. Her consistent performance across both the front...
Written by Kaybrie Pe'a
Oklahoma
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Sitoafa Tausinga

State: Utah
School: Woods Cross
Club: Club V
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Ball State
Macy Melville

Macy Melville

UT
OH
HEIGHT 5'11"
POS OH
CLASS 2027
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Macy
Melville OH
Class
2027
Height
5'11"
HS
American Fork
|
UT
Who are Utah’s standout pins in the class of 2027?
Macy Melville can swing from just about anywhere and score. She has an efficient last two steps that...
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Ball State
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Macy Melville

State: Utah
School: American Fork
Club: Club 801
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Avery Fauth

Avery Fauth

UT
RS
HEIGHT 6'1"
POS RS
CLASS 2027
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Avery
Fauth RS
Class
2027
Height
6'1"
HS
Green Canyon
|
UT
Who are Utah’s standout pins in the class of 2027?
She is electric on the court with high energy and plays fearlessly. Avery Fauth is a dynamic, 6’1...
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Avery Fauth

State: Utah
School: Green Canyon
Club: Mountain Peak
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Brinley Barkdull

Brinley Barkdull

UT
OH/RS
HEIGHT 5'11"
POS OH/RS
CLASS 2027
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Brinley
Barkdull OH/RS
Class
2027
Height
5'11"
HS
Syracuse
|
UT
Who are Utah’s standout pins in the class of 2027?
A lefty, 6-rotation outside is a rare asset — and always a nightmare at the net. A high-energy...
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Brinley Barkdull

State: Utah
School: Syracuse
Club: Utah Hive
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Lia Brown

Lia Brown

UT
RS
HEIGHT 6'0"
POS RS
CLASS 2027
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Lia
Brown RS
Class
2027
Height
6'0"
HS
Northridge
|
UT
Who are Utah’s standout pins in the class of 2027?
Lia Brown gets up, swings fast, and plays big. She is equally dominant on the defensive and offensive...
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Lia Brown

State: Utah
School: Northridge
Club: Club V
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