18s Proving a Point at Regionals

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>This past weekend, Arete Volleyball hosted the 18s Regional Championships and talent was everywhere! Not everybody came out with a Medal but they all proved they deserve to be on the court. This go round let's discuss some of the players that did not finish in Gold but are still top level competitors. If you missed the inside on who's going to nationals, go give it a read! </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">18s National Bid Winners</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li><a href="https://prepdig.com/2026/03/18s-stand-out-at-regionals/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://prepdig.com/2026/03/18s-stand-out-at-regionals/↗</a></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["826878"],"_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-69b8bb679625a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='826878' first='Jada' last='Washington'], Outside hitter for Slam 18 Black. She brings a strong approach with a strong swing to the game. She attacks the ball with confidence and intent to score. From the backcourt she has an aggressive float serve that is tough for opponents to break. Jada's strong presence and energy on the court are a sure sign to keep her in rotation. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["805188"],"_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-69b8bb67962cc"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='805188' first='Saira' last='Terrazas'], a true all around player for Fort Worth Fire. playing 6 rotations and being part of every play. She is hustle defined! No matter what the play calls for or where it's happening, Saira is there. a dependable teammate and a trusted offensive option by her setters. It's clear that she is a big piece of her team's success this season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["845784"],"_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-69b8bb6796317"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='845784' first='Mea' last='Pardoe'], a confident Ds/L for Slam 18 Black. Her fundamental approach to defending the court looks effortless and makes her a trustworthy teammate. She does well reading the ball and making adjustments to the play. Mea matches her play with high energy and vocally elevates her team every play. </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":"Jaylee Newman","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2026","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"null","_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":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"FW Fire","_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-69b8bb67963b5"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Jaylee Newman, outside hitter for Fort Worth Fire has the tenacity to be on the outside. She is quick and confident at the net, and there is no hesitation when the set goes up. There is no doubt, when Jaylee is on the court she is going to swing! Her position the court has no interference on her drive and ability to make an attack on the ball. This level of confident play keeps her on the court and setters giving her the ball.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["819553"],"_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-69b8bb67963fe"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='819553' first='Layla' last='Esquenazi'], a great energy and strong presence for DIG 18 Black. She has a strong and aggressive swing from the outside pin that is sure to score. Layla brings a remarkable energy and enthusiasm to the court that pushes her team after every play. This is a player that is hard to miss when she's on the court. A high IQ, an evident love for the game and a passion for big plays.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->