Our number 1 setter in the class is Jade Smith Jade Smith 5'7" | S/DS/L Arcadia | 2028 State AZ and she is for sure someone you need to get out and see as her setting game is elite in so many areas. Her setting is great because she shows confidence in distributing to all pins and her middles rather than leaning too heavily on one option. Her hands are fundamentally sound and she has clean contact, with minimal spin and she’s especially effective at squaring to target, even when pulled off the net. She’s comfortable setting on the move and has shown the ability to deliver hittable balls from a variety of body positions, which is a key trait at higher levels.

A few other things she does well is that in transition, she competes to get to second contact and shows urgency, turning broken plays into usable swings for her team. On the other side of the coin, intangibles stand out for her as well. She carries herself like a floor general, communicates clearly with hitters, and maintains composure regardless of score. She has some great leadership qualities and her teammates respond to her energy.

Jade is a setter to watch not only for her all around play, but for ability to play at a high level and demonstrate why she is one of the best setters in AZ.

Jade Smith Jade Smith 5'7" | S/DS/L Arcadia | 2028 State AZ named MVP at PrepDig’s Exposure Tour in Mesa, Arizona.

Jade was an all around difference maker who impacted almost every point, in every rotation. She stepped into the setter role when needed, dug balls in the back row, attacked effectively, and served with confidence. Her ability to lead both the front row and back row gave her team stability regardless of the lineup or situation.

Beyond her skillset, Jade was a positive and vocal teammate who helped keep her group connected and composed. Her versatility, leadership, and willingness to do whatever the team needed made her the clear MVP on this court.

~ Michelle Bamford @Coachable247

Jade Smith Jade Smith 5'7" | S/DS/L Arcadia | 2028 State AZ is a name we’ll be following closely for a long time. She consistently impressed us with her ability to command the court while also making quick, on-the-fly adjustments as needed. Jade plays with poise and confidence, displaying the kind of leadership that naturally draws teammates in and elevates those around her.

She built instant connections with her hitters, delivering hittable, well-timed balls regardless of the situation or pass. Her selfless approach to running the offense stood out, as she always prioritized putting her teammates in the best position to succeed. She leads with composure, and it was clear her hitters trusted her completely when she stepped in to deliver the second ball. Jade’s combination of leadership, effort, and consistency sets her apart and points to a very bright future in the game.