Grace Gelder Grace Gelder 6'0" | RS Casteel | 2028 State AZ possesses one of the quickest arm swings on the right side in her class, and it consistently separates her from her peers. She generates impressive whip and power on the ball while showing the ability to score in a variety of ways. Her blocking presence has also been a major asset for her team this season, as she does an excellent job pressing over the net and impacting opponents offensively.

What makes Grace especially valuable is her versatility — she can terminate from anywhere across the front row, making her a true triple threat offensively. No matter where she’s needed on the court, she consistently finds ways to make an impact and get the job done.

Grace makes her way from 58 to 35 in the latest updates and it is a well deserved bump for this pin hitter.

Grace is a high level right side who continues to trend upward thanks to her ability to impact the match in every phase. She’s a confident, aggressive attacker who can score down the line or hard angle, showing a quick arm and the ability to adjust mid-air to find open space or tool the block. She sees the floor so well and is able to take whatever the defense is trying to give her.

On top of that, her athleticism and length give her upside at the net, both as a scorer and blocker. She is a strong blocker on the pin who can penetrate the net and take away a ton of space at the net. She helps set the defense with her block and makes the life difficult for opposing hitters. Being able to be a top level blocker and hitter is a game changing aspect for a right side.

Grace is someone who can impact the game with her offense or defense and is someone we enjoyed watching grow over this season. She is someone who is making great strides and someone to watch at nationals compete against the best of the best this year.