Breck DeRuiter has been an impressive athlete throughout her high school career and continues to elevate her game each season. The senior pin hitter remains uncommitted but has the potential to make an impact at the next level with her athleticism, high contact point, and powerful arm swing. Defensively, she positions herself well at the net, consistently getting quality touches and slowing down opposing attackers. Her well rounded skill set and continued development make her a player college coaches should have on their radar.

Deruiter is a right side with plenty of offensive upside! Her size gives her an immediate presence, but the way she moves makes the matchup even more interesting.

She gets into her approach quickly and brings serious arm speed to the ball. That pace allows her to attack tempo sets without losing her aggression.

There is also more happening in her game than what she does at the net. Deruiter reads the court well and shows strong awareness when she moves into the back row.

That mix of physical tools and feel for the game makes her a fascinating 2027 prospect. Deruiter has officially earned the No. 7 spot in the Colorado rankings!

Deruiter is officially making her way into the Colorado Class of 2027 rankings! At 6’3″, she brings a big presence to the net. However, her size is only part of what makes her stand out. Deruiter has a quick approach and a snappy arm swing. As a result, she can generate serious pace on her attacks. She also looks comfortable attacking tempo sets. When she gets a good approach, she can put plenty of pressure on a defense. Although she is listed as a right side for this update, Deruiter’s attack can translate across the front row. She has the physical tools to make an impact from different spots. Meanwhile, she stays engaged when the play moves into the back row. Her court awareness adds another layer to her game. She understands what is happening around her and continues to make plays when the ball moves away from the net. Now, Deruiter has officially earned a spot in the 2027 rankings! We are excited to have her on the list and will be watching closely as she continues to develop.

Although Deruiter is featured as our right side for this lineup, her hitting ability can translate across the front row! At 6’3″, she combines size with a quick, powerful approach and a snappy arm swing. She brings serious pace to her attacks, often making the ball travel faster than defenders may expect. In particular, she looks comfortable with tempo sets that let her attack aggressively. However, her game is not limited to the front row. Deruiter also brings strong court awareness and volleyball IQ in the back court. With her combination of physical tools and versatility, she has plenty of potential to make an impact at the next level.

Breck DeRuiter stands out as one of Colorado’s elite pin hitters in the class of 2027 and enters her senior season poised to make a major impact for her high school team. DeRuiter brings a high contact point and powerful arm swing to the court, making her a consistent offensive threat from the pin. She is especially valuable in out of system situations, where her team can rely on her to take difficult swings and find ways to terminate.

Breck DeRuiter is a powerful pin hitter who makes an impact in every phase of the game. Offensively, she is one of the top attackers in her class, consistently producing at a high level with a strong arm swing and the ability to score in a variety of situations. Defensively, DeRuiter is a major presence at the net with her blocking and court awareness, and her versatility allows her to contribute in the back row, making her a complete six rotation player capable of excelling in multiple positions.