If I’m building a recruiting board of middle blockers in Minnesota’s 2028 class, Lillian Ruschoff Lillian Ruschoff 6'2" | MB/RS Bloomington Jefferson | 2028 State MN is one of the first names I’m writing down.

What makes her different is how complete her game has become. She impacts matches as a blocker, stays available as a first-tempo attacker, and understands how to create opportunities that don’t always show up on a stat sheet. The longer you watch her, the more you appreciate how many things she does well. Her footwork is efficient, her transition work is consistent, and she has a strong understanding of when to establish herself offensively and when to create opportunities for the players around her.

What continues to impress me is how comfortable she looks regardless of the situation. Whether the pass is perfect or the rally breaks down, she finds ways to stay involved and continue applying pressure. She doesn’t disappear for stretches of a match, which is something that separates high-level middles from good ones.

College coaches looking for a middle who can impact both sides of the ball, understand offensive tempo, and continue growing at the next level should have Ruschoff near the top of their recruiting list.~Theresa@prepdigdakotas

Lillian Ruschoff Lillian Ruschoff 6'2" | MB/RS Bloomington Jefferson | 2028 State MN shows a strong technical foundation. She maintains disciplined footwork along the net and demonstrates patience in her block timing, avoiding early jumps and staying available for read-and-react situations. Her hands are positioned to take space rather than absorb contact.

Offensively, Ruschoff runs tempo comfortably and remains composed in scramble situations. She identifies open space and attacks with control rather than forcing low-percentage swings. Her consistency across multiple viewings continues to stand out. ~Theresa @prepdigdakotas

Why track her now: Technical maturity and repeatable mechanics make Ruschoff a developmental middle with steady projection.

Lillian Ruschoff Lillian Ruschoff 6'2" | MB/RS Bloomington Jefferson | 2028 State MN , 6’2”, is a physically imposing middle blocker with a high ceiling. She closes blocks with control and covers ground well laterally, taking away angles with her length and timing. Lillian’s presence at the net is hard to ignore—she’s a natural disruptor and a consistent point-scorer in transition. As she continues to refine her footwork and tempo, she’s emerging as one of the top front-row prospects in her class.

~Theresa @prepdigdakotas