Another 501 Volley 16.1 piece of the puzzle. Makylah Davis Makylah Davis 6'2" | MB 10 | 2028 AR continually stood out through both performance and leadership. She was commanding the court from the middle position,

Her star is definitely on the rise in recruiting and playing on a top team in the 2028 class doesn’t hurt! Her progression from last season to this season has been tremendous. What stood out at the camp was how well she communicated and how hard she competed in every aspect of the game. She was pushing other players to do the same. She hits a slide as well as most college players and she gets off the floor quickly when it comes to her block.

Makylah still has a lot of room to grow in her game, but the ski the limit on her as player. Coaches often talk about players who elevate those around them. Davis showed she is that player.

 Davis combined length, athleticism, and offensive efficiency to control the middle throughout pool play. Her size naturally allowed her to take up significant space at the net, but what separated her was how quickly she moved laterally and transitioned into offense. She consistently got off the net quickly to remain available in transition, allowing her team to maintain a fast tempo even during extended rallies. Offensively, Davis generated points with a high contact point and a powerful arm swing, often allowing her to attack over opposing blockers rather than around them. Her wide blocking step and ability to close pins efficiently also strengthened the defensive structure around her. Even during slower-paced matches, she maintained offensive urgency and helped dictate the tempo her team wanted to play at.