Ellie Ortmeier
Ellie Ortmeier
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Austin Kingsley | Prep Dig Scout
Ortmeier took a huge leap forward during Omaha Skutt Catholic’s stint at the Class B tournament. She produces many of the positive block touches that won’t show up on the box score. Of course, Ortmeier also anchored the rally-ending blocks that were scored. Either way, this junior will carry an even larger role next season as the SkyHawks look to restart the title streak.
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We’re staying in the middle for our next Class B entry. Ortmeier has been a versatile contributor with the SkyHawks for multiple seasons, and she’s playing her best volleyball right now. She made exceptional blocking reads throughout Skutt Catholic’s bout with Waverly. The junior also worked hard in transition to make herself available on in-system plays. The SkyHawks will go for ten consecutive Class B titles when Ortmeier and Skutt Catholic return to the floor on Saturday.
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We know the goal for Ortmeier and Omaha Skutt Catholic this fall. The SkyHawks are chasing their tenth state title in a row, and this middle blocker will be central to that effort. Her growth with Premier Nebraska was magnified as Ortmeier participated in last month’s Stock Up Showcase. Skutt Catholic returns a ton of production from last year’s team, but Ortmeier could raise the bar anyway.
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Ortmeier looks poised to help Omaha Skutt Catholic chase the “ten-peat” this fall. The Premier Nebraska standout tallied another solid stay at GJNC and brought even more energy to the Stock Up Showcase. Ortmeier brings a balanced game that makes her a worthy choice for either the M1 or M2 positions. Regardless of Ortmeier’s place in the lineup, she always brings unrivaled energy and positivity to the net.
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Ortmeier has been a late-season standout on several occasions. She frequently used her quick arm as Premier 16 Black stormed through April’s Great Plains Region Bid Tournament. That momentum escalated as Ortmeier battled through GJNC’s stacked 16 National division. The Omaha Skutt Catholic middle blocker found ways to score even when two net defenders were dedicated to slowing her down. She also varied her routes throughout GJNC, allowing Ortmeier to showcase her range as a slide attacker. We’re looking forward to a crucial junior season for this Omaha-area athlete.
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Ortmeier found a way to raise the bar after winning a state title in her sophomore season. The Omaha Skutt Catholic middle blocker has become an indispensable part of Premier 16 Black’s well-rounded attack. Moreover, we’ve seen Ortmeier progress as a shutdown blocker, allowing 16 Black to put up one of Nebraska’s most intimidating frontcourts in this age group. It’s no coincidence that Ortmeier and her team roared through the Great Plains Region Bid Tournament en route to a 16 National bid.
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Many of Ortmeier’s sky-high moments come off of one foot. She’s the kind of dynamic slide attacker that will even run routes behind the setter in three-hitter rotations. Last fall’s championship experience with Omaha Skutt Catholic was incredibly valuable, and Ortmeier is due to rise in the 2026 hierarchy. Keep an eye on Premier 16 Black’s up-and-coming talent.
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Omaha Skutt Catholic found perfect ways to use Ortmeier in the front row. She’s a dynamic attacker who can score in the middle or on the right, making Ortmeier an ideal fit for the wide array of crossing patterns in the SkyHawk offense. This versatility opens up seams for Ortmeier to hit through, and she’ll take advantage every time. Her familiarity with the Skutt Catholic program will only grow in 2024 with almost everyone coming back.
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Ortmeier gets our first nod from Premier Nebraska 15 Black, which qualified for 15 USA via the Northern Lights Qualifier. 15 Black’s two-setter offense puts a wide array of attackers on display, and Ortmeier has stood out among the pack in recent weeks. Her presence in the middle offered an important scoring outlet at GJNC, and Ortmeier’s development is just getting started.
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We started to see some significant Premier 15 Black representation in Part 2 of this series, so let’s start off Part 3 with another name worth knowing. Ortmeier presents some power and physicality that 15 Black will lean on as it embarks on a big stretch of Midwest qualifiers.
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