When it comes to setters, it all comes down to how they manage the court. Kelsey Green is a QB1 for Elevation 16 Renfro. She is so quick with her feet, but completely under control where she plays with plenty of poise and maturity. The game slows down for her where she knows how to get her attacker in position to be successful. I saw her run a 5-1 where she also defends her position well and has great control along the net. Elevation will be in gold pools for 16 Open on Saturday. 

Green finished just shy of the top spot for total assists in the GGCL at the conclusion of the 2025 fall high school season with Ursuline. With 897 total assists, she averaged nine assists per set as the Lions made a postseason run into November. She also contributed 284 digs. Green has made some impressive gains to the quality of her distribution as her footwork is more fluid to help her get on balance more frequently at the point of contact. Through that action the consistency of her tempo and location through both pins has also made nice improvements.

Green (*pictured) has been instrumental in guiding the Ursuline attack all season as her 32 assists in the Lions’ recent win indicate. Ursuline took care of business against Turpin for a 3-0 victory as they had a balanced attack with five hitters that earned between five and 10 kills. Green now has 865 total assists in 2025 for a 9.0 a/s average. Her command of the court continues to improve as she gains more experience and grows more fluid in her movement and decision-making. Ursuline, 19-7 overall, will play Tippecanoe for a chance at the state semifinal round.

As expected, Green (*pictured) has stepped in nicely to lead the Ursuline offense as their primary setter. Earning a total of 52 assists in a reserve role last season, she has already amassed 104 total assists in the early phase of the 2025 season. Ursuline earned a tough five-set win over Mason on Thursday as Green assisted on 41 of the Lions’ 49 kills. She also picked up 15 digs. Green is one of the best newcomers to the GGCL regarding prospects that are seeing significant time and making big contributions to their teams early on.

Green had a solid club season setting up different hitters and had no problems stepping into the important quarterback role for the Lions and delivering balls on target. She moves her feet well and sets them up seconds before balls arrive to put up quality sets. Green makes the most of out of system plays. Green also had a good passing and landed some key aces for the Lions. Green said it is huge to be smart with sets, mixing things up.

Green (*pictured) continues to establish herself as one of the top setting talents in this Ohio class. Over the club season she showcased a broad range of tools in leading her Elevation team’s offense through a very competitive club schedule. She is great in system but even more impressive in what she can do when on the move as she can dish all directions, including taking risks to find her middles to keep the opposing defense honest. Look for her to take on the setting role for Ursuline following the graduation of their top setter from last year.

Green (pictured) does a great job knowing what positions to get the 15-Tony hitters in to succeed. She has wonderful footwork. She does a great job communicating on the court. Defensively, Green showed she can handle tough cut shots.

Green is a sound court general looking to make her name in both club and the tradition-rich Ursuline program following in the footsteps of family members. Green does a great job mixing up her sets to different parts of the court knowing that is what it will take to consistently win in the rugged GGCL. Green also does a nice job making things happen out of system.

Green is the likely successor to take over the setting role for a solid Ursuline squad as they graduate their current floor leader. She has good tools and competitive experience that should create a seamless move that will increase her opportunities and impact. The primary setter for Elevation ‘s top 15U team, Green is consistent in her pursuit of the ball with good balance, high hand contact, and touch to locate the ball well through all zones. Her ability to dish and block through the 5-1 rotation will be key for her team over the next several months.