Claire McEnaney gives recruiters an appealing combination: she is currently St. Pius X’s most efficient hitter at .325 and its leading blocker with 39 total blocks. I like middles who make their touches count. The position doesn’t always offer volume. You might go several rallies without getting set and then suddenly have to turn one transition opportunity into a point. That requires patience and concentration. McEnaney’s efficiency suggests she isn’t treating every attack as though she has to manufacture something spectacular.

For recruiters, I’d spend time on her movement before the block. Does she recognize the pass early? Does she get her first step moving before the setter releases? Can she close without drifting past the hitter?

St. Pius faced both Woodward Academy and Hebron Christian last week, giving evaluators useful film against strong competition. That’s the environment where I want to evaluate a middle: when her reads have to happen quickly and mistakes get punished.~ S.Fitzgerald @BenchtoBeast_prepdigga

Claire brings strong offensive awareness and does a good job staying engaged in all phases of play. She works to stay available and continues to apply pressure from the outside. Her effort helps maintain offensive balance. Claire supports overall team flow. ~ Samantha Fitzgerald @BenchtoBeast_prepdigga