On the Watch List: Players Ready to Break Out This Club Season

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Get 30% off your first billing cycle with code:&nbsp;<strong>digdakotas30</strong>&nbsp;in the coupon code area</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em><a href="https://www.instagram.com/prepdigdakotas/?hl=en">Follow on Instagram@prepdigdakotas</a></em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>This club season is a major moment for freshmen—and the players on this watch list are ready for it. These athletes have already shown early skill, strong habits, and a willingness to be coached, which is exactly why they've landed on our radar. What stood out was their attention to detail: improving footwork, cleaner ball control, and confidence growing with every rep.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Freshman club season is where separation begins. It's where players learn to compete at speed, earn roles, and turn potential into impact. These freshmen aren't waiting to be noticed—they're putting in the work, and this season could be the one where everything clicks.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Keep these names in mind. The breakout is coming.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["887983"],"_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-69500d9a2e608"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>Tenly Claire Norrie – Outside | CVC</strong><br>What stood out with Tenly was her ability to stay aggressive without losing control. From the pin, she showed confidence taking swings in transition and didn't shy away from out-of-system balls. She already understands how to score by using the block rather than forcing points. This club season, we'll be watching her shot range and consistency against stronger blocks, especially how she continues to develop as a go-to offensive option in high-tempo matches. <strong>~Theresa @prepdigdakotas</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["880528"],"_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-69500d9a2e72b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='880528' first='Olivia' last='Heiser'] – Setter | Greenwave</strong><br>Olivia caught our eye with her poise and tempo management as a setter. She stays balanced at release, delivers a hittable ball, and keeps her offense connected even when passes drift. What stood out most was her calm decision-making under pressure. During club season, we'll be tracking her distribution growth and leadership, particularly how she expands the offense and manipulates blockers against faster competition. <strong>~Theresa @prepdigdakotas</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["782685"],"_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-69500d9a2e818"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='782685' first='Cambria' last='Mattson'] – Setter | Volt</strong><br>Cambria's standout trait was her quick feet and ability to handle broken plays. She does a great job sprinting to the ball and turning tough situations into playable second contacts. Her athleticism allows her to keep rallies alive and maintain offensive options. This club season, we'll be watching her tempo consistency and offensive command, especially as the pace and physicality increase. <strong>~Theresa @prepdigdakotas</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["785011"],"_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-69500d9a2e900"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>Jada McClaflin – Defensive Specialist | Volt</strong><br>Jada stood out for her defensive urgency and range. She reads attacks early, moves efficiently, and competes on every ball. Her ability to extend rallies and stay composed in serve receive has already earned attention. In the upcoming club season, we'll be focused on her first-contact consistency against tougher servers and how she continues to stabilize the back row in pressure moments. <strong>~Theresa @prepdigdakotas</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["737779"],"_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-69500d9a2e9e4"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='737779' first='Brooke' last='Peterson'] – Defensive Specialist | RRIV</strong><br>Brooke's biggest standout was her platform discipline and reliability. She consistently delivers controlled first contact and understands how to keep her team in system. She plays with patience and rarely overreacts to pace. This club season, we'll be watching her growth as a back-row leader, particularly her communication and ability to handle expanded serve-receive responsibility. <strong>~Theresa @prepdigdakotas</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["846387"],"_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-69500d9a2ead9"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='846387' first='Mya' last='Dannenfelzer'] – Defensive Specialist | CVC</strong><br>Mya impressed with her anticipation and court awareness. She positions herself well defensively, reads hitters early, and makes smart moves that turn defense into offense. Her confidence continues to grow with each evaluation. During club season, we'll be watching her ability to control first contact consistently and how she impacts matches through defensive stability and effort. <strong>~Theresa @prepdigdakotas</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong><em>Thank you to all my readers for making this journey possible. My goal has always been simple—to shine a light on athletes at every level, from Division I to NAIA, and give them a platform to keep chasing their love for the game. 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