20, 2027 Setters To Recruit In 2026

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>We're taking a look at 2027s today, this is a big year for these athletes who are heading into their 17s club season (some might be playing 18s).&nbsp; They have proven on the high school and club courts they can play at the next level - now its a matter of what is the best fit.&nbsp; Volleyball in the Midwest is thriving with teams in the NCAA Tournament across all divisions.&nbsp; Here is taking a look at 20 setters from the Class of 2027 from Iowa and Wisconsin.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>Iowa</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["574225"],"_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-69331513517c7"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='574225' first='Addy' last='Wolfswinkel'] plays the game with so much athleticism and physicality.&nbsp; She packs a punch with her style of play as a setter where she has quite the range as a defender, can transition quickly to the net, and isn't afraid to push the tempo.&nbsp; She was the QB1 for Cherokee this fall, leading them to a Class 3A state tournament appearance.&nbsp; She has been playing club for Salty out of Northwest Iowa and is the type of athlete who can't go under the radar.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["443125"],"_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-6933151351836"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='443125' first='Liv' last='Davis'] preps for Waukee High School where she has been part of a strong program in Central Iowa.&nbsp; I was able to see her live multiple times last year during her 16s club season and she had strong command of her side of the net.&nbsp; She can hold the opposing middle to shoot it out to the pin.&nbsp; She brings plenty of athleticism as well. I know last year she played for Iowa Impact and this year her profile says Iowa PowerPlex.&nbsp; Either way, she's definitely one to know for the next level.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["555717"],"_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-6933151351887"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">I'm excited to see [player_tooltip player_id='555717' first='Kaycee' last='Cory'] this club season where she will be suiting up for Iowa United.&nbsp; She brings length and athleticism to the court as a 6'1 setter who can also swing on the right side.&nbsp; She was a 1st Team All Conference setter for Cedar Rapids Kennedy in the highly competitive Mississippi Valley Conference of top large school Eastern Iowa teams.&nbsp; The upside for her at the college level is very promising.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["555736"],"_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-69331513518d3"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='555736' first='Lila' last='Eastvold'] ran a high powered Iowa City West offense that qualified for the Class 5A state tournament.&nbsp; At 5'10, she is the type of setter who can provide a bigger block at the net and can be offensive when her number is called.&nbsp; She's not afraid to shoot the ball outside pushing the tempo.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["493974"],"_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-693315135191a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">I saw [player_tooltip player_id='493974' first='Hadley' last='Michael'] play at the Iowa State Tournament and I had so much joy seeing her compete for her team.&nbsp; She is such an athlete.&nbsp; And is very new on the radar.&nbsp; She had two stud outsides to feed, but also found ways to get everyone involved.&nbsp; She also has so many positive intangibles in her favor where she is going to contribute to any team she is part of.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='490009' first='Leah' last='Caffery'] - Iowa Select</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='489998' first='Belle' last='Seaman'] - Iowa United</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='490002' first='Emma' last='Vanden Hull'] - Ohana</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='493603' first='Miley' last='Geise'] - Six Pack </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='493972' first='Tayah' last='Pollock'] - CIA </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>Wisconsin</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["485131"],"_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-6933151351968"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">There is a quiet confidence to the game of [player_tooltip player_id='485131' first='Lilliani' last='Big Eagle'].&nbsp; She is an All State setter who preps at Freedom High School where she is a tough matchup to read.&nbsp; Her ability to receive the ball high and neutral looks so natural.&nbsp; All of this starts with her footwork.&nbsp; Big Eagle is well trained in every aspect of being a setter and is a high IQ player.&nbsp; She will suit up this season for [program_tooltip program_id='428591' first='FC' last='Elite'] 17 Navy who has a full squad of really strong uncommitted 2027s.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["509331"],"_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-69331513519c7"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='509331' first='Meghan' last='Bruss'] is so smooth, she plays the game with finesse where her ability to connect with middles is elite.&nbsp; She was the Player of the Year in the Fox River Conference with how she affects every aspect of the game - a true gamechanger.&nbsp; This club season she will be playing for [program_tooltip program_id='428591' first='FC' last='Elite'] 18 Elite which has quite a streak of 18 Open bids.&nbsp; Bruss will be ready for the challenge of leading this team that has quite a few 2027s on the roster.&nbsp; She could be quick to commit in 2026.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["509343"],"_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-6933151351a0f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">I have always been a huge fan of the game of [player_tooltip player_id='509343' first='Taylor' last='Wold'].&nbsp; She plays the game with speed, urgency, but yet she is under control.&nbsp; Sting 17 Gold is going to be a court to watch right from the start of this 2026 season.&nbsp; They have plenty of athletes who are still unsigned that could go quickly this winter.&nbsp; Wold can fit in an offensive scheme that could be a 5-1 or 6-2.&nbsp; She is going to fit and compete where it will elevate her side of the net.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["595947"],"_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-6933151351a53"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='595947' first='Cora' last='Foster'] will be suiting up for 1W out of Green Bay this club season where this team is going to be one to watch at the 17s level.&nbsp; Foster preps at Manitowoc Lincoln where she is a setter/right side combo player.&nbsp; Her greatest strength is her all around ability where she can defend, set, swing, and block.&nbsp; She just has a presence about her where there is a cool, calm, and collected confidence</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='435900' first='Payton' last='Scifres']&nbsp;- Sky High </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='435889' first='Gigi' last='Chasco'] - [program_tooltip program_id='428672' first='Milwaukee' last='Sting']</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='587068' first='Lauren' last='Van Wie'] - [program_tooltip program_id='432005' first='Madtown' last='Juniors']</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='435886' first='Camilla' last='Kreif'] - I AM VBC </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='509339' first='Mia' last='Palmer'] - [program_tooltip program_id='428672' first='Milwaukee' last='Sting']</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='510429' first='Abigail' last='Beaumont'] - [program_tooltip program_id='428591' first='FC' last='Elite']</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='435883' first='Bella' last='Kaldor'] - [program_tooltip program_id='557038' first='Milwaukee' last='Juniors']</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='434920' first='Sierra' last='Hoeft'] - [program_tooltip program_id='428672' first='Milwaukee' last='Sting']</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='724541' first='Izzy' last='Otto']&nbsp;= One Wisconsin 1W </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->