Leadership, Powerful Pins, and Relentless Defense Drive

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em><a href="https://prepdig.com/all-events/?type=Showcase" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">The 2025 Prep Dig Exposure Tour is officially LIVE. Use code BamfordPD25 to register today.</a></em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The PrepDig Exposure Tour is in full effect and we are highlighting the MVPs and Top Performers who stepped into competitive roles and delivered in every rotation. Court Coach <strong>Samuel Omoruyi</strong> evaluated his group and selected one MVP and three Top Performers who made consistent, winning impacts throughout the session.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["768761"],"_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-69387ead003fc"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='768761' first='Esme' last='Althouse']</strong> named MVP at PrepDig's Exposure Tour in Gardena, CA.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Esme led with purpose from the first drill. She brought energy and kept her group connected through quick decisions, clean movements, and ownership of both offense and defense. Esme demonstrated strong swings when attacking the second ball and moved with urgency to keep rallies alive.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>She shared that defense is her strongest skill, paired with impactful on-court leadership. Esme is focused on developing her blocking technique to support her goal of running a full 5-1 system this season. Her confidence, consistency, and communication helped her group compete with clarity and rhythm.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Esme set a winning standard and earned MVP honors through presence and performance.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">~ Michelle Bamford @Coachable247</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["767548"],"_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-69387ead00469"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='767548' first='Ashton' last='Santos']</strong> named Top Performer at PrepDig's Exposure Tour in Gardena, CA.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Ashton brought a vicious swing and fearlessness to the pins. She showed confidence regardless of the set tempo and consistently found ways to score. Ashton reads blockers well and uses the block to her advantage, tooling edges and hitting with precision into open space.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>She is focused on improving her defensive footwork and reaction speed, along with continued growth as a communicator and leader. Her ability to vary shot selection and execute with power made her one of the most dangerous attackers on the court.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Ashton's efficiency, poise, and competitiveness lifted her entire group.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">~ Michelle Bamford @Coachable247</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["526820"],"_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-69387ead004b6"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='526820' first='Vivienne' last='Mayorga']</strong> named Top Performer at PrepDig's Exposure Tour in Gardena, CA.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Vivienne put full effort into every ball sent her way. She read the game well and played steady, committed defense throughout the day. Her court awareness helped her deliver accurate passes in serve receive, keeping the offense running clean.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>She is working to refine her footwork through high-quality reps and increased competition after switching to a more demanding club environment. Her goalkeeper background in soccer continues to show up in her athletic reaction and fearlessness.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Vivienne helped anchor the backrow and was a key defensive leader.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">~ Michelle Bamford @Coachable247</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["884354"],"_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-69387ead00500"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='884354' first='Hailey' last='Tran']</strong> named Top Performer at PrepDig's Exposure Tour in Gardena, CA.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Hailey provided constant defensive effort and worked tirelessly to keep plays alive. Her coverage instincts and consistent platform angles kept her hitters confident to swing aggressively and extend rallies. She stayed locked in, communicated well, and made sure the ball never dropped without a fight.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Her toughness and reliability were vital to her court's success.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">~ Michelle Bamford @Coachable247</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>PrepDig Exposure Tour will continue spotlighting players who step into the moment ready to grow, perform, and be seen.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>If you enjoyed this article, please help us keep the momentum going!</strong></h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:image {"id":885470,"width":"125px","height":"auto","sizeSlug":"full","linkDestination":"none","align":"left"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image alignleft size-full is-resized"><img src="https://prepdig.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2025/09/image_cf4e03.png" alt="" class="wp-image-885470" style="width:125px;height:auto" /></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>✨ <strong>Help a player get discovered </strong>— share this article using the share buttons and tag us on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/prepdigca/?hl=en"><strong>PrepDigCa</strong></a>!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:image {"lightbox":{"enabled":false},"id":770394,"width":"98px","height":"auto","sizeSlug":"full","linkDestination":"custom","align":"left"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image alignleft size-full is-resized"><a href="https://prepdig.com/subscribe/"><img src="https://prepdig.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2025/04/image_ff10cb.png" alt="" class="wp-image-770394" style="width:98px;height:auto" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>🚀 <strong><a href="https://prepdig.com/my-account/subscriptions/">Upgrade to a PrepDig+ Subscription</a></strong> — exclusive rankings, in-depth analysis, and access to the full <a href="https://prepdig.com/prospect-index/"><strong>prospect index</strong></a>.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:image {"id":894323,"width":"126px","height":"auto","sizeSlug":"full","linkDestination":"none","align":"left"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image alignleft size-full is-resized"><img src="https://prepdig.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2025/10/image_e42f4e.png" alt="" class="wp-image-894323" style="width:126px;height:auto" /></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p><strong><a href="https://prepdig.com/events/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">The 2025 Prep Dig Exposure Tour is officially LIVE!</a></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p>We're hitting 20+ cities across the country this winter to give athletes a platform to compete, get seen, and level up. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p> <strong>Use Code: BamfordPD25</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>🔥 <strong>Players</strong> — Use this article to grow. 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