Dowling Catholic is one of the top programs in the state at producing talent for the next level. The roster usually is loaded with college prospects making it so many younger student-athletes must bide their time developing in the lower levels of the program. Michels did that in 2025, sharpening her skills on the Maroon freshman squad while the varsity made another trip to the state tournament. I saw Michels in person earlier this month when she was competing with Ohana 15 National team at the Iowa Impact Invite in Ankeny. She’s a strong presence in the back row, especially when getting in a rhythm. Michels reads the ball well in serve-receive and when positioning to defend the attack. She’s a good athlete that moves well laterally and flashes sharp reflexes. Michels still has plenty of room to grow and develop as a player, making her one to watch moving forward.

Dowling Catholic is one of the top programs in the state at producing talent for the next level. The roster usually is loaded with college prospects making it so many younger student-athletes must bide their time developing in the lower levels of the program. Michels did that in 2025, sharpening her skills on the Maroon freshman squad while the varsity made another trip to the state tournament. I saw Michels in person earlier this month when she was competing with Ohana 15 National team at the Iowa Impact Invite in Ankeny. She’s a strong presence in the back row, especially when getting in a rhythm. Michels reads the ball well in serve-receive and when positioning to defend the attack. She’s a good athlete that moves well laterally and flashes sharp reflexes. Michels still has plenty of room to grow and develop as a player, making her one to watch moving forward.