Trending Up: Sophomore Setters and Liberos Climbing the Rankings

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The 2028 class continues to take shape, and these players are trending up after strong seasons and noticeable growth in their roles. Through consistency, production, and impact across multiple positions, each has earned movement in the rankings.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["543170"],"_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-6963a7e51bf58"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='543170' first='Isabella' last='Spinella'] continues to gain ground in the rankings through consistent production and leadership. She led her team from the service line, contributed as a distributor, and brings competitive energy and versatility that keep her trending up. Her extra reps and training are paying off as she heads into a breakout club season. —Kantessa Bryant-Miller @prepdignv</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["550058"],"_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-6963a7e51bddd"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Ellee continues to establish herself as one of the most reliable liberos in the 2028 class. She ranked top 20 in Nevada for digs, handled a heavy serve-receive load, and consistently anchored the back row for Faith Lutheran. With a 4.36 GPA to go along with her on-court production, Ellee's steady defensive play and attention to detail continue to move her up the rankings. —Kantessa Bryant-Miller @prepdignv</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["781603"],"_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-6963a7e51be6f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Ava brings steady defense and control to the back row for Awaken Christian and Nectr 17s. A dependable passer and defender, she continues to develop her game while maintaining a 4.0 GPA, earning recognition through consistency and growth. —Kantessa Bryant-Miller @prepdignv</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["723988"],"_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-6963a7e51beba"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='723988' first='Phoebe' last='Leavitt'] has established herself as one of the state's most consistent distributors, finishing among Nevada's assist leaders while also contributing with her serve and defense. Her experience running a varsity offense as an underclassman, combined with a 4.15 GPA, keeps her trending upward. —Kantessa Bryant-Miller @prepdignv</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["507960"],"_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-6963a7e51beff"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Olivia brings value on both sides of the ball as a setter and defensive specialist. She posted strong assist, dig, and ace numbers while running the offense when needed and staying active in the back row. Olivia is positioned for an impressive club season and a breakout junior year at the high school level. —Kantessa Bryant-Miller @prepdignv</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["889164"],"_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-6963a7e51bf9d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Sofia put together an impressive sophomore season, ranking among Nevada's assist leaders while running Bishop Manogue's offense with confidence. She added value defensively and from the service line, earning All-Region recognition and continuing to climb the rankings. —Kantessa Bryant-Miller @prepdignv</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Thank you for supporting Prep Dig Nevada. We are grateful for our readers and subscribers as we cover high school athletes and incoming freshmen from across the entire state. Our team scouts matches consistently and provides exposure through in-depth articles and social media features.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Follow, tag, and collaborate with us on Instagram&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/prepdignv">@prepdignv</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Gain major exposure by creating a&nbsp;<a href="https://prepdig.com/prospect-index/">Free Player Profile</a>&nbsp;or tagging us in your game schedules on social media.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Already a subscriber? Share the love and support the sport by using code Bryant30 for 30% off subscriptions</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->