Katie Malchow Katie Malchow 6'0" | MB/RS Sioux Falls Washington | 2030 SD stands out with how well she moves for a 6’0″ middle. She is athletic laterally, covers ground along the net, and has the quickness to get herself in position to impact plays from pin to pin. Offensively, she gets off the floor well and can be a tough matchup when she is available in transition. The combination of size, movement, and athleticism gives Malchow a high-level recruiting profile early in her career. Her traits can translate to the Division I level, making her a 2030 middle college coaches should already be tracking. ~Theresa@prepdigdakotas

Katie Malchow Katie Malchow 6'0" | MB/RS Sioux Falls Washington | 2030 SD continues to prove that she is a midfielder who can change the flow of a match. She closes the block quickly, presses over the tape, and stays on quick-tempo attacks, making the other middles have to be aware of her every rally. With each tournament, her timing and net presence continue to improve. ~Theresa@prepdigdakotas

Katie Malchow Katie Malchow 6'0" | MB/RS Sioux Falls Washington | 2030 SD ‘s growth is most visible in her transition speed. She’s getting off the net quickly after blocking responsibilities and re-establishing as a scoring option with urgency. Her approach is more efficient, and her arm speed has increased on quick sets.

Defensively, Malchow’s hands are more disciplined and controlled over the tape. She’s reducing drift and sealing seams more consistently. The refinement in her mechanics is translating into bigger moments. ~Theresa @prepdigdakotas

College Watch: A middle tightening technical details and trending toward higher-level tempo play.

Katie Malchow Katie Malchow 6'0" | MB/RS Sioux Falls Washington | 2030 SD offers a unique blend of size and touch. As a setter, she moves fluidly and keeps attackers in rhythm. When she plays middle, she uses her height to control the net and disrupt hitters. Her strong work ethic shows in how she attacks every rep, whether blocking, setting, or transitioning. ~Theresa @prepdigdakotas

➡️ This club season, expect Katie to show major growth in tempo setting and quicker reads at the net. ⚡