If you want to understand why Dallas Skyline 18 Royal is one of the most dangerous teams heading into Reno, start with Kiley Brooks Kiley Brooks 5'7" | DS/L Northwest | 2026 State #118 Nation TX .

Brooks has been a cornerstone of the Skyline program across their 15, 16, 17, and 18 Royal teams — and the accolades have followed her every step of the way. A two-time National All-Tournament Team honoree, a 2023 15s Open National Champion, a 2025 AVCA Girls High School All-Region selection, a three-time all-district honoree, and the 2024 Defensive MVP — the résumé speaks for itself.

But stats and hardware only tell part of the story. What makes Brooks truly special is that she plays with absolutely no fear. She digs hard driven balls with ease, and her fiery, competitive attitude is contagious — it elevates the entire team around her.

LSU head coach Johnson put it best when she said Brooks is “tough as nails” and that her ball control and competitiveness set her apart. That’s high praise from a Power Four program — and watching her at NEQ Weekend 1, it’s easy to see why the Tigers came calling.

At Nationals in Reno, Kiley Brooks Kiley Brooks 5'7" | DS/L Northwest | 2026 State #118 Nation TX is going to be one of the most impactful defensive players on the floor. She’s the kind of libero who changes the outcome of matches — and one of the biggest reasons Skyline belongs in every conversation about the top teams in 18 Open.

Miss Brooks has risen in the State Rankings once again.  She is now currently ranked as the 23^rd best overall player according to our Prep Dig Texas State Rankings.  She plays for Northwest High School and also for the Dallas Skyline volleyball club program.  Recently, she chose to commit to play volleyball at Louisiana State University and we know that she will make a big impact on their roster from the moment she steps on campus.  This young lady has proven her worth time and time again as one of the best back row players in this entire state and nation.  The talented senior libero is on pace to shatter her dig record at the end of this season.  For her career, she has amassed 2119 total digs over her four years and is not done yet.  We love the work that she has put into her craft and have rewarded her on this list. Please help us congratulate her on moving up in our prestigious State Rankings.