Ellianna Hoefert Ellianna Hoefert 6'2" | MB/RS Central Lyon | 2027 State IA has separated herself with her physical presence and efficiency at the net. Watching her recently, what stands out is how well she runs tempo — quick first step in transition, clean routes in front of the setter, and a high contact point that makes her difficult to defend. Hoefert stays composed against size, finishing quicks with pace while showing patience to find seams rather than forcing swings into traffic.

Defensively, she impacts matches just as much. Hoefert reads setters early, closes quickly along the net, and presses strong hands across the tape to take away angles. Her consistency and timing have made her one of the more reliable middles heading into SCVA. ~Theresa @prepdigdakotas

Why Recruit Her: Ellianna Hoefert Ellianna Hoefert 6'2" | MB/RS Central Lyon | 2027 State IA brings size, tempo, and disciplined blocking — a middle who can contribute early and anchor the net.

Ellianna Hoefert Ellianna Hoefert 6'2" | MB/RS Central Lyon | 2027 State IA has separated herself with her physical presence and efficiency at the net. Watching her recently, what stands out is how well she runs tempo — quick first step in transition, clean routes in front of the setter, and a high contact point that makes her difficult to defend. Hoefert stays composed against size, finishing quicks with pace while showing patience to find seams rather than forcing swings into traffic.

Defensively, she impacts matches just as much. Hoefert reads setters early, closes quickly along the net, and presses strong hands across the tape to take away angles. Her consistency and timing have made her one of the more reliable middles heading into SCVA. ~Theresa @prepdigdakotas

Why Recruit Her: Ellianna Hoefert Ellianna Hoefert 6'2" | MB/RS Central Lyon | 2027 State IA brings size, tempo, and disciplined blocking — a middle who can contribute early and anchor the net.