Benz brings a composed presence to the back court.

She does a nice job taking ownership of the space around her. That confidence allows her to settle into serve receive and focus on creating a quality first contact.

Moreover, Benz continues to show strong awareness during rallies. She stays connected to the play and works to be in position before the ball comes her way. That preparation can make difficult defensive plays look much more manageable.

There is also a steadiness to her game that stands out. Benz does not need to make the flashiest play to impact a rally. Sometimes, the biggest value comes from consistently doing the little things right.

That reliability makes Benz an important piece of this Class of 2028 back-row group. She is another defender we will continue watching closely.

Benz moves to No. 11, and that says more about the class growing than it does about her game. She remains a very steady back-row player with strong serve receive habits and a calm presence in first contact. On top of that, she continues to bring value as a secondary setter and does a nice job helping extend rallies. She is still very much a player who impacts the match in ways coaches appreciate.

Hanna Benz does a great job taking command of her area on the court. She trusts her platform and remains confident when opponents challenge her with tough serves. Additionally, she works hard to create quality touches that allow her offense to stay available in all situations. Her ability to absorb pressure and keep the ball moving forward stands out.

Benz secures the No. 9 spot with her reliability and composure in the back row. She consistently puts herself in the right position and maintains a stable platform in serve receive. Her ability to extend rallies and contribute as a secondary setter adds to her value. She brings a level of control that teams rely on.

Hanna Benz Hanna Benz 5'8" | DS/L/OH Rocky Mountain | 2028 State CO is steady and in control in the back row. Her jump step puts her in great position, and her platform stays consistent. She keeps her team in system and isn’t afraid to use her hands when needed. Whether it’s serve receive, digging, or setting, she stays ready. Benz does a great job extending rallies and leading the defense.

Right away, Benz brings a calm and steady presence to the back row. She moves efficiently, without any extra steps, and gets her platform set early. As a result, she delivers consistent, clean passes—absolute dimes. In addition, she confidently sets her pins out of system and puts them in great positions to score. From serve receive to defense, her game feels smooth and controlled. Most importantly, she starts plays and keeps them alive.

Benz plays with a fearless approach in the back row and brings an energy that settles the defense around her. She isn’t afraid to take the second ball and uses her hands well to deliver hittable balls to the pins. Benz does a nice job filling defensive seams and shows solid all-around play, bringing consistency to both defense and serve receive.