Fowlkes continues to rewrite narratives and scouting reports. During last summer’s charge to GJNC glory, Fowlkes primarily wielded her quick arm in the middle for Premier Nebraska. However, we also know the Gross Catholic sophomore can soar on the pin and provide lethal scoring off of two feet. She proved that pin prowess again at Sunday’s event and eagerly anchored the right side for Premier 16 Gold. Fowlkes will readily slot into any spot around the dial and give maximum effort to her varying duties. We saw it at the Exposure Tour last year, and Fowlkes hasn’t slowed since.

Fowlkes was our Avoli Committed Athlete from our Nebraska outing, so she brings extraordinary character to match her hard-hitting game. We were well-acquainted with Fowlkes’ multi-position prowess through her outstanding work with Premier Nebraska 15 Gold. That campaign ended in some GJNC hardware, and the Gross Catholic sophomore has only improved since then. Middle blocker? Pin hitter? Either works.

Of course, we had to include our Avoli Committed Athlete on the list. Fowlkes could be tabbed for MVP honors after she terminated with unparalleled power at Saturday’s showcase. Aside from her scoring prowess, Fowlkes has exhibited her all-around strength as a wing blocker and defender. Showcases are a perfect place to exhibit unconventional skills, and Fowlkes had it all.

Perhaps you could view Fowlkes as the “wildcard” of this feature. She’s listed as a middle blocker, but we’ve seen this Omaha Gross Catholic standout terminate from anywhere along the net. Fowlkes amassed over 200 kills with the Cougars last fall, laying the foundation for her outstanding club tenure with Premier Nebraska 15 Gold. Spring competition revealed Fowlkes’ positional range, but she anchored the middle blocker spot when 15 Gold was at its best. The team’s championship triumph at GJNC has brought Fowlkes back into the spotlight as we approach Year 2 on the prep side.

Fowlkes has distinguished herself as a “wildcard” hitter for Premier Nebraska 15 Gold. She can play on either pin or slot into the middle–or switch roles depending on the rotation. Fowlkes’s tremendous athleticism helps unlock this versatility, and we could see her multi-position role persist in Dallas. The 15 USA field is stacked, but Fowlkes will use this prominent venue to her advantage.

Fowlkes does a little of everything for Premier Nebraska 15 Gold. During her earlier appearance at the Midwest Power League, Fowlkes demonstrated her willingness to take high-pressure swings on the pins. She slotted into one of the team’s opposite positions and had an exceptional showing in that role. However, Fowlkes earned extended reps at middle blocker during 15 Gold’s stay at NIT. Her quickness off the floor makes her an ideal fit for this spot, and Fowlkes still got the same attacking volume we had seen at early-season events. Who knows what she might do next?

Our next middle entry is building off a strong debut season with Omaha Gross Catholic. Fowlkes put down over two kills per set on a team-leading 0.220 clip. This versatile athlete is particularly effective at terminating in the ‘gap’ away from the setter and can swing on slower tempos if needed. Fowlkes’ diverse routes and quick arms will make her a frontcourt game-changer with Premier Nebraska 15 Gold, and we’re already seeing that potential materialize.