Strong Performers at Big South Qualifier Tournament

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>A total of 16 clubs from Tennessee attended the annual Big South Qualifier Tournament in Atlanta over the weekend. Seven had teams place in the Top 10 in their respective divisions.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Triple F out of Knoxville saw two teams take fifth. The 17-1 team finished 7-2 to finish that high in the 17 American Red Division and the 15-1 team finished 7-2 in the 15 American Blue Division.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The [program_tooltip program_id='431028' first='Memphis' last='Volleyball Academy'] saw the 15-1 team take fifth in the 15 USA Division finishing 8-2 overall with the 15-2 taking ninth in the 15 American Red Division at 6-2.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Memphis Junior Volleyball Academy saw three teams do that. The 15-1 team took ninth in the 15 Open Division. The 16-2 team took ninth in the 16 American Blue Division going 5-3 with the 15-3 taking ninth in the 15 Club Division.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The [program_tooltip program_id='432110' first='Clarksville' last='Volleyball Club'] saw two teams take ninth in the respective American Blue Divisions. The 17 Jenny team finished 4-4 overall and the 15 Charlsie finished 5-3 on the weekend.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The C2 Attack 15-1 Nationa Chloee team took ninth in the 15 USA Division goin 5-2 over the weekend. Another team to take ninth was the Tenacity 17 HP team in the 17 American Blue Division with a 5-3 record. The Memphis Metro 17 Elite Black had another strong finish at 6-1 finishing ninth in the 17 USA Division.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["959333"],"_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-69d5bf7fb14b4"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Hawkins (pictured) delivers at all six spots on the court. Hawkins takes great strides and finishes strong at the net on go routes and ones. She puts overpassed balls down with authority. Hawkins has great instincts in the back row. She sticks out one arm to keep plays alive, yet stays under control. Hawkins is an aggressive blocker whether solo or on double blocks. Hawkins also sends hard serves across the net. Her versatility and passion for the game is noticeable and will go a long way for her at the next level.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["800862"],"_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-69d5c72c09ded"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Sharp brings great tenacity on defense. Sharp consistently makes the simple passes to jumpstart the offense. Sharp quickly moves into position after the first touches and does not hide behind blockers. She may drift back to get to balls hit over her head, but remains under control. Sharp is also a great communicator in the back.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["791417"],"_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-69d5bf7fb1530"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Snyder has twice made the all-district team for great reasons. Snyder patrols the back row with authority. Snyder adjusts quickly on redirected balls. Snyder steps to balls, but stops in her tracks to make good passes. Snyder trails plays with sharp focus and puts arms to the sides and forms walls around balls. Snyder only dives out of necessity.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["962099"],"_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-69d5c72c09d48"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Cumberland has a bright future in front of her. She runs the 15-1 National Chloe team's offense with precision. She executes a variety of sets, including the back set with little to no lean. Thus, opponents often do not know where balls are headed until the last second. Cumberland delivers extra push on her sets using a sound vertical jump. Cumberland tries to involve a number of hitters on short and long sets.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["959327"],"_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-69d5c72c09da4"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Coleman possesses an incredible 10 foot, three-inch vertical jump and combines that with great athleticism to dominate the net. Coleman sends balls screaming to the ground, especially on ones and slides. Coleman sees the blocks before going up then adjusts her body to hit balls over and around them. Coleman has awesome timing on both her solo and double blocks. She takes a great crossover step toward the pole when positioning herself to block pin shots. Hitters can't go soft on her. Coleman adds in a nice line drive serve. Coleman's tenacity on the court has earned her American Volleyball Coaches Association Phenom, All Metro Team and Under Armor Next Camp Invitee recognition.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Note from the Writer</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Mike Graham has been writing for Prep Dig for two years and has enjoyed getting to know the volleyball scenes in Kentucky, Ohio and coming soon, Tennessee. If you liked the story, please copy and paste to X (formerly Twitter) and Facebook. 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