Energy, control, and presence define why Delaney Spaulding Delaney Spaulding 5'4" | DS/L/S State ND sits at the top of the libero/DS rankings. A North Dakota native competing at a small private school across the river, Spaulding earns her place on this list based on where she lives — and her play more than backs it up. She anchors the backcourt with confidence and urgency, bringing consistent first contact, elite reads, and a spark that lifts her entire team.

Spaulding’s defensive range and anticipation jump out immediately. She reads hitters early, controls platform angles, and delivers clean, target passes that keep offenses in rhythm. In serve receive, she handles volume with calm efficiency, but what truly separates Delaney is her energy and leadership. She plays fast, communicates constantly, celebrates teammates, and creates momentum with her effort in long rallies. Her presence is felt every point, and her competitiveness consistently raises the level around her. ~Theresa @prepdigdakotas

Why Recruit Her: Delaney Spaulding Delaney Spaulding 5'4" | DS/L/S State ND brings elite ball control, relentless energy, and leadership from the libero position — a tone-setter who changes matches with effort and consistency. 🔥

Energy, control, and presence define why Delaney Spaulding Delaney Spaulding 5'4" | DS/L/S State ND sits at the top of the libero/DS rankings. A North Dakota native competing at a small private school across the river, Spaulding earns her place on this list based on where she lives — and her play more than backs it up. She anchors the backcourt with confidence and urgency, bringing consistent first contact, elite reads, and a spark that lifts her entire team.

Spaulding’s defensive range and anticipation jump out immediately. She reads hitters early, controls platform angles, and delivers clean, target passes that keep offenses in rhythm. In serve receive, she handles volume with calm efficiency, but what truly separates Delaney is her energy and leadership. She plays fast, communicates constantly, celebrates teammates, and creates momentum with her effort in long rallies. Her presence is felt every point, and her competitiveness consistently raises the level around her. ~Theresa @prepdigdakotas

Why Recruit Her: Delaney Spaulding Delaney Spaulding 5'4" | DS/L/S State ND brings elite ball control, relentless energy, and leadership from the libero position — a tone-setter who changes matches with effort and consistency. 🔥