Kate Barnick Kate Barnick 5'3" | DS/L/S Ellendale/Edgeley/Kulm | 2028 State ND is a player coaches should watch closely. She has made her presence known early this season, playing with more confidence and taking on more responsibility defensively. Barnick gets after balls outside her area and isn’t afraid to make a call and go take it. Her game has a noticeable assertiveness right now. ~Theresa@prepdigdakotas

Kate Barnick Kate Barnick 5'3" | DS/L/S Ellendale/Edgeley/Kulm | 2028 State ND – No. 7 DS/L

Kate Barnick Kate Barnick 5'3" | DS/L/S Ellendale/Edgeley/Kulm | 2028 State ND is a model of consistency in the backcourt. Her platform discipline and balance allow her to deliver repeatable first contact regardless of serve velocity. She plays within herself, doesn’t overreact, and makes the play she’s supposed to make—every time. Kate is the DS/L coaches trust to handle high-volume serve-receive assignments without fluctuation. ~Theresa @prepdigdakotas