If you haven’t had a chance to watch this 1A school play, you are really missing out as they have a ton of talent and are going for their 4th straight state finals this year! One mainstay from the last 4 years and a standout from the tournament was their middle blocker Kate. She is able to do all the aspects we love to see out of a middle hitter, she hits with purpose, can run multiple tempo sets and to a high level, and blocks extremely well for a middle as well. On the offensive side she scores efficiently, hitting her angles and taking what the defense gives her. She also has a good off speed game, and can get a good tip shot in there as well. Defensivly she looked sharp all weekend getting from pin to pin and closing down blocks and angles from opposing hitters. She got a ton of touches and blocks throughout the course of the weekend. She was a great player to watch at Epic and a standout for sure.

Kate Harrigan Kate Harrigan 5'11" | MB/OH Cicero Preparatory Academy | 2027 State AZ was a key contributor on a strong 1A Cicero Prep roster this season, playing a major role in the team’s overall success and a State Championship. She finished the year ranked 6th in conference for kills with 234, while also making her presence felt at the net and from the service line with 79 digs and 42 aces. Her ability to impact the match in multiple phases made her a consistent problem for opposing teams.

What truly separates Kate is her motor and discipline. She stays fully engaged every rally, transitions with urgency, and plays with a relentless pace that raises the level of those around her. She finds ways to influence the game even when she’s not the primary option—whether it’s tricking a block or stepping in to defend in the back row when needed. Her versatility and competitiveness make her the type of athlete opponents remember long after the match ends.

As she heads into club season with Club One 18 Platinum, we’re excited to watch her continue to build on her momentum. With her high-energy play, all-around impact, and ability to contribute in every phase of the game, she’s poised for another standout season and remains a true difference maker on the court.