Who Is Elevating Their Game Right Now And We See You

<figure class="wp-block-image is-resized"><a href="https://prepdig.com/prospect-index/"><img src="https://prepdig.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2026/02/image_b1c269.png" alt="" class="wp-image-943383" style="width:266px;height:auto" /></a></figure>   Get 30% off your first billing cycle with code: digdakotas30 in the coupon code area   <a href="https://www.instagram.com/prepdigdakotas/?hl=en">Follow on Instagram@prepdigdakotas</a>   Whether these athletes are stepping into their first few tournaments or grinding through the middle of their season, one thing is certain — they are competing at a high level. The pace hasn't slowed, and neither has their development. With confident execution and refined skill sets, they are separating themselves from the pack.   So who are the players going strong and making it impossible not to notice?    [player_tooltip player_id='737156' first='Elliot' last='Wirkus'] is playing with explosive tempo on either pin. Her last-two steps are aggressive and loaded, generating lift that allows her to contact well above the block. She's staying square at takeoff and finishing high through contact, which has led to cleaner seam attacks and smarter high-hand usage. On the right side, her blocking footwork has sharpened — she's pressing over the tape rather than absorbing contact.   What separates Wirkus right now is her transition urgency. She reloads immediately after first contact and demands involvement in extended rallies. The pace of her game has increased, and it's producing results. ~Theresa @prepdigdakotas   College Watch: A physical, dual-pin attacker trending upward with improved tempo and finishing mechanics.     [player_tooltip player_id='808112' first='Teagan' last='Eggert'] is elevating through refined ball control and offensive IQ. Her serve receive platform is quieter and more controlled, allowing her team to stay in rhythm late in sets. Offensively, she's attacking with discipline — working deep corners, tooling hands, and adjusting mid-air when blocks close.   Her biggest jump is in shot selection. She's recognizing defensive gaps early and manipulating the block rather than forcing low-percentage swings. In tight matches, she remains assertive without losing control. ~Theresa @prepdigdakotas   College Watch: A developing six-rotation outside with improving efficiency and mature swing decisions.     [player_tooltip player_id='886194' first='Addison' last='Hunt']'s versatility is becoming a weapon. In the middle, she's running quicker tempo with improved spacing and sharper timing off the setter's release. She stays high through contact and is finishing with stronger wrist control. When moved to the right side, her block closing speed stands out — sealing seams and taking away sharp angles.   Her lateral speed along the net has noticeably improved. Hunt transitions faster between assignments and maintains offensive presence in multiple roles. That positional flexibility is elevating her impact right now. ~Theresa @prepdigdakotas   College Watch: A multi-positional front-row athlete whose versatility adds immediate roster value.     [player_tooltip player_id='721347' first='Hazle' last='Rosenau'] is attacking with more lift and more intent. She's loading deeper into her approach and generating a higher contact point, which has improved her ability to swing over the block. Her arm speed is consistent, and she's finishing high rather than driving flat into hands.   Defensively, Rosenau has tightened her base and improved her read on tips and off-speed shots. She transitions cleanly into offense, keeping her tempo high in long rallies. Her confidence is visibly climbing. ~Theresa @prepdigdakotas   College Watch: An outside showing upward physical growth and improved contact efficiency.     Kinley Reed is elevating through precision and pace. Her approach path is more direct, eliminating wasted movement and allowing her to arrive balanced and explosive. She's contacting the ball higher and manipulating block angles rather than simply overpowering defenders.   Reed's consistency is what stands out. She's reducing errors while maintaining aggressive swings and staying active in transition. Her efficiency is climbing without sacrificing competitiveness. ~Theresa @prepdigdakotas   College Watch: A pin attacker trending toward higher-level consistency and smarter offensive execution.     [player_tooltip player_id='739580' first='Annika' last='Farmen'] brings rare adaptability. On the outside, she attacks seams with strong shoulder discipline and controlled extension. When stepping into middle responsibilities, she adjusts her timing and maintains clean quick-tempo execution without mechanical breakdown.   Her ability to shift roles without losing tempo is impressive. Farmen transitions smoothly between assignments and remains an offensive option across rotations. That adaptability is elevating her ceiling. ~Theresa @prepdigdakotas   College Watch: A dynamic athlete whose positional flexibility and clean mechanics project well long term.     [player_tooltip player_id='741833' first='Sophia' last='Krush'] is elevating her presence at the net. Her block timing has improved — she's reading before committing and sealing inside hands with stronger press mechanics. She's becoming more intentional rather than reactive.   Offensively, Krush is running quicker tempo with better spacing and finishing higher through contact. She's staying aggressive in transition and demanding the ball in key moments. ~Theresa @prepdigdakotas   College Watch: A middle developing into a disciplined, system-ready net presence.     [player_tooltip player_id='753616' first='Katie' last='Malchow']'s growth is most visible in her transition speed. She's getting off the net quickly after blocking responsibilities and re-establishing as a scoring option with urgency. Her approach is more efficient, and her arm speed has increased on quick sets.   Defensively, Malchow's hands are more disciplined and controlled over the tape. She's reducing drift and sealing seams more consistently. The refinement in her mechanics is translating into bigger moments. ~Theresa @prepdigdakotas   College Watch: A middle tightening technical details and trending toward higher-level tempo play.     [player_tooltip player_id='934947' first='Liv' last='Langenfeld'] is elevating through offensive efficiency and control. On either pin, she stays balanced in her approach and square at contact, allowing her to tool the block and hit sharp seams. Her arm swing is fluid, and her contact point is consistently high.   She's also reacting quicker in defensive base and transitioning cleanly into offense. That dual-pin capability, paired with improved shot placement, makes her progression noticeable. ~Theresa @prepdigdakotas   College Watch: A versatile pin attacker showing upward trajectory in both tempo and control.    <h2 class="wp-block-heading">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. Every player deserves a shot, and I'm honored to help tell their stories.</h2>   <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Please help us continue to grow this positive platform for players by spreading the word and encouraging your friends to subscribe at <a href="https://prepdig.com/">PrepDig.com.</a> With your support, we can create unforgettable memories and experiences!</h2>   This journey is created by the village—athletes, coaches, families, and subscribers.   Thank you for making it all possible! ~ Theresa Hickman   Follow on Instagram@prepdigdakotas