Addison already knows what championship pressure feels like. She led Walton with 15 kills in last year’s state final, and she has returned as one of the primary offensive pieces in this run.

Her game has enough balance to handle that responsibility. Addison can carry a significant attacking load without playing as if every swing has to be spectacular. She is comfortable working through longer rallies, resets quickly after coverage and remains part of Walton’s defensive structure. That’s what makes her valuable in extended sets. At 25-25, the hitter who can still make a clean decision is often more useful than the one simply trying to hit harder. ~ Samantha Fitzgerald @BenchtoBeast_prepdigga

Addison’s sophomore production showed the foundation of a complete six-rotation outside. She finished with 210 kills and 212 digs while handling 403 serve-receive attempts, the highest reception total on Walton’s roster. She was also second on the team in kills per set and digs per set.

Walton will graduate several experienced contributors, creating room for Addison’s responsibilities to expand. Her ability to remain involved through passing, defense and transition gives the Raiders more than a replacement attacker. She could become one of the players who connects the entire system, providing the first contact that starts the offense and the final swing that finishes it. ~ S.Fitzgerald @BenchtoBeast_prepdigga

Addison moves like someone who already understands timing, angles, and floor geography. She anticipates instead of reacting, gets her platform set early, and adjusts seamlessly through speed changes. Her discipline makes her look calm, even when the rally isn’t. Smart communicator with a technical foundation that builds long-term projection. ~ Samantha Fitzgerald @BenchtoBeast

Walton’s sophomore outside is fearless on the attack. Contestabile brings athleticism and power to the Raiders’ offense and will need to step up big if Walton hopes to knock off Alpharetta in a potential semifinal showdown. ~ Samantha Fitzgerald @BenchtoBeast