I’ve appreciated watching Phillips compete during the last few years as a prep and along the club trail. The Cedar Rapids Kennedy and Adrenaline product is a steady, reliable, two-way presence in the middle of the net. I was reminded of that when watching her and the Cougars mix it up at the Prep Dig Iowa Sizzle in early August. Phillips flashed her usual feel for match flow, keenly reading the opposing attack and getting into position for blocks. She alters a lot of swings that aren’t blocked, protecting the back row and aiding her team in staying in system. Phillips has made the biggest strides with her swing. She’s added power and sees where to attack defenses quicker these days. Phillips would be an excellent addition at plenty of colleges.

I’ve scouted Phillips throughout the last fews years with Adrenaline and Cedar Rapids Kennedy. She’s steadily improved her game, maturing physically and developing her skills. The process has resulted in Phillips becoming more consistent and powerful. As a Cougar junior, she produced 245 kills (.302) and 66.0 blocks, proving efficient and impactful. That strong play has carried over to club season, where I watched her compete for Adrenaline 17 Marty at the 2026 Nike President’s Day Classic in St. Louis. Phillips stands out for her athleticism, leaping ability and long arms. She’s a prospect that could help a lot of college programs in the middle with the skills to slide to the right side as well.