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Abby Gruber

Middle Blocker/Outside Hitter

2026 Class

5'11" Height

Brandon Valley School

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Abby

Gruber MB/OH

Class

2026

Height

5'11"

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Brandon Valley

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SD

Abby Gruber

Abby Gruber — Augustana University Commit Ranked as the No. 1 middle blocker in South Dakota’s 2026 class,...

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Theresa Hickman

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Abby Gruber Abby Gruber 5'11" | MB/OH Brandon Valley | 2026 State SD — Augustana University Commit

Ranked as the No. 1 middle blocker in South Dakota’s 2026 class, Abby Gruber Abby Gruber 5'11" | MB/OH Brandon Valley | 2026 State SD is the kind of player who demands attention the moment she steps on the court. Watching her during club season and high school matches was one of my favorite experiences—her presence at the net is impossible to ignore. Gruber reads hitters with precision, times her blocks perfectly, and presses over the net with authority, consistently shutting down some of the state’s best attackers. Offensively, she’s unstoppable running quicks, slides, and combination plays, connecting cleanly and scoring with lethal efficiency.

Her dominance goes beyond skill—it’s in her work ethic, intensity, and relentless effort. She’s in constant motion, transitioning seamlessly from block to attack, chasing every ball, and pushing her teammates to elevate their game. In key moments, she doesn’t just perform—she changes the outcome of the match. Augustana is gaining a front-row anchor with unmatched power, speed, leadership, and a competitive fire that sets the tone for every rally. Abby Gruber Abby Gruber 5'11" | MB/OH Brandon Valley | 2026 State SD doesn’t just play volleyball—she owns the net.~Theresa @prepdigdakotas