Thompson had a strong day overall and showed she can be an effective scorer from either pin. She looked comfortable attacking from both the left and right sides, and that ability to be used interchangeably is a valuable skill to have. It shows that she can adjust to different roles and gives coaches more options for how to utilize her, especially as she looks toward playing at the next level. Another asset to Thompson’s game is what she brings behind the service line. During competition play, she put pressure on serve receive and delivered multiple aces. Her ability to contribute from both pins and impact the game with her serve made for a well-rounded showing.

Thompson might have been strutting a little extra confidence while competing in her home gym, but this Lawrence Free State sophomore has the range to thrive in any environment. She was already on our 2029 radar as an outside hitter who could carry major defensive roles if needed. Versatile athletes like Thompson are ready-made for showcase excellence, especially as outside hitters rotate between one drill and another. Thompson’s willingness to adapt led to feature-worthy moments in Sunday’s final scrimmage reps.