Jones continues to be impressive with her physicality as an outside hitter has she contributes well among a corps of arms that have been leading TSE 17 Blue to good success. The recent JVA World Challenge was the most recent opportunity to see her play, which emphasized her athleticism and ability to use her length at 6’1 to swing aggressively and with good speed and range through her full attacking action. As she and her team finished 5th in 17 Open at that event, they next will compete at the UA Players Championship in Louisville at the end of May. Expect them to be in the mix for a podium finish at the 2026 AAU national tournament later this club season with Jones as a viable option to score a lot of points.

Jones (pictured) gives St. Ursula and TSE 17 Blue sound, consistent play in the front row. Jones attacks seams on the outside with authority. Jones also sends balls hard downline and to the one and two zones on crosses. Jones is also very aggressive on blocking and serving. Jones times her blocks well then lunges at balls after contact to emphatically deny them from coming across. Jones also smacks hard jump serves to different parts of the court. Jones had 183 kills and 40 blocks in the fall, helping the Bulldogs go 17-9 overall, driving to the Ohio Division I region championship game.

Jones has turned into an outstanding all-around player for the 16 Blue squad and continues to improve each game. Jones takes great swings, even if the team is out of system. Jones has a nice soft tap to the corners. She makes quick adjustments in the air. Jones is a sound swing blocker and made a number of solid saves defensively. Jones does not hide behind blocks on defense. Jones also makes solid passes toward the net when the team is out of system.

Jones is a fundamentally sound attacker on the power side pin and out of the back row. Her approach patterns build good momentum and lead to an aggressive arm. At 6’1, her control and range are tough to defend. Serving in a supporting role for a loaded St. Ursula team that won the DII state title, she has big potential and will certainly be a key factor for that program going forward as one of two sophomores for the Bulldogs. Her Tri-State 16 Blue team is one of the best in Ohio in their age group and should compete well on the national scene.

Jones gives the Bulldogs size on the front line. She doubles with the other front line players for huge blocks. Jones takes big swings at the net and can transition from defense to offense quickly. She possesses sold fundamental passing skills.

Jones has continued to improve as the season progresses, adding to St. Ursula’s depth. Jones had two big kills as St. Ursula rallied from down game point in that third game. Jones is also good at squaring her arms up on balls to make nice passes.