Brooke Boecker Brooke Boecker 5'6" | DS/L Albany | 2028 MN has been all over the back row, and her 123 digs are a good reflection of the amount of ground she’s covering. What I’ve liked most is how early she starts working into position. Boecker reads the attack well, gets herself behind the ball, and can turn a powerful swing into a controlled touch rather than simply popping it back into play. You’ll see her read cross-court, beat the ball to the spot, and give her setter something useful. That’s the kind of defense that can quickly turn into offense. ~Theresa@prepdigdakotas

Brooke Boecker Brooke Boecker 5'6" | DS/L Albany | 2028 MN is effective at turning defense into offense. She controls her digs with purpose, placing the ball in areas that allow setters to stay in rhythm. Her ability to handle off-speed shots and tips adds another layer to her defensive game. ~Theresa @prepdigdakotas

Why she’s on the watch list: She creates offensive opportunities out of defensive plays.