Colorado Class of 2028: Pins to Watch

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Pins are the backbone of transition offense. When the ball is out of system, or the rally is scrappy, it's the outsides and rightsides that have to be ready to put the ball down. The best pins don't disappear when things get chaotic; they step up.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">PINS TO WATCH</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["532671"],"_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-699ea2d564cab"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Thompson's wind-up style swing creates real speed and power at contact. She has a heavy arm, uses her reach well, and attacks with confidence. When she gets a clean look, she's tough to slow down. What makes her even more valuable is her ability to play either pin. That adaptability gives coaches options and keeps her on the floor in multiple rotations. She's dynamic, physical, and fun to watch when she gets rolling.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Norah Hollis","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2028","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"6'4u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"32564","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Village High School","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"[program_tooltip program_id='429602' first='Colorado' last='Juniors'], 16 Sherri","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-699ea2d564d6a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">At practically 6'4, Hollis brings natural length to the pin, but it's her comfort level both in rhythm and out of rhythm that separates her. She can score off a perfect tempo ball and still find ways to be effective when the set isn't ideal. Her touch and expanding range stand out. She's learning to use the full court, mixing pace and placement. With her size and feel, she's a name that will keep gaining traction.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Kiara Deleon","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2028","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"5'8u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"32564","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Westminster High School","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"Lobos VBC","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-699ea2d564dee"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Deleon may not be the tallest pin in the class, but she certainly might jump the highest. She plays bigger than her height and competes every rally. Her versatility is rare. Outside, right side, even middle- she can do it all. Add in smart shot selection and an understanding of when to swing aggressive versus when to extend a rally, and you have a pin who impacts more than just the stat sheet.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["750208"],"_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-699ea2d564e33"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Playing up on 17 Black, Lauer continues to show polish and maturity. She's an intelligent attacker who sees the block and adjusts. Her decision-making stands out; she doesn't force swings that aren't there. Defensively, she's disciplined with a consistent split step and strong court awareness. In serve receive, she's steady. Front row or back row, she's available and can be terminal from both spots — the definition of a six rotation pin. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">What's Next</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>These Class of 2028 pins bring more than just offense. They are versatile, comfortable out of system, and consistent across every phase — serving, serve receive, defense, and attacking.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>As competition ramps up, expect this group to continue proving they can handle heavy volume, long rallies, and high-pressure moments. The ability to score when rallies get tough will always translate — and this class has multiple pins who embrace that role.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->