Malia Manor earned Top Performer at the Nevada Freshman Showcase, August 8, 2026.

Malia checks the boxes coaches look for early in an evaluation. She can pass the ball and transition smoothly into her attack, and her length shows up in the power she generates behind the ball. She has excellent snap on her shots, and her placement is a step ahead of most freshmen in this gym. On top of her offensive tools, she brings great hustle on defense and never takes a play off. She is the kind of outside who gives a coach confidence on both sides of the ball.

~ Michelle Bamford @Coachable247

The strength and grit that Malia Manor Malia Manor 6'0" | OH/RS Bishop Gorman | 2030 NV possesses is not to be questioned! Flexing firm skills as a middle blocker, dynamic abilities at both pins, six-rotation passing in the back row, reads the defense very well, flies above the block, exploits the gap, destroys with intent, and when backing up her front line, she moves her feet with efficiency and passes with purpose! Coming off a phenomenal UA NEXT summer event & the 2026 Black Volleyball Circuit event, Malia is poised to shoot to the top of the Prep Dig ranks because this Prep Dig PHENOM is HER! – Anthony Jones (Prep Dig Nevada Scout)

Malia has continued to make major strides in her development and is quickly becoming one of the more intriguing young prospects in Nevada volleyball. First spotted playing middle blocker during last club season, Malia successfully transitioned to the outside by summer and has continued elevating her game ever since. She is a strong, athletic hitter who consistently gets on top of the ball, allowing her to hit over blocks, find open holes in the defense, and terminate from either pin. Malia’s high reach and aggressive arm swing make her a force offensively, while her willingness to constantly seek extra reps continues to accelerate her growth. She has also spent significant time improving her serve receive and defensive skills to become a more complete six-rotation player. With her physical tools, work ethic, and impact on the court, Malia has all the makings of a future difference-maker at the high school level and beyond.

“My position is outside hitter. My biggest strength on the court is hitting and being a leader,” Malia told Prep Dig Nevada.

Heading into the UA Next Middle School Camp, Malia is looking forward to testing herself against elite competition.

“My goals for this camp are to challenge myself by playing some of the best players on the West Coast,” she said.

When asked what she hopes college coaches notice most about her game, Malia pointed directly to her mentality and effort.

“I want college coaches to notice my energy, effort, and willingness to learn the game,” she shared.

Outside of volleyball, Malia continues to stand out in multiple areas of her life.

“Coaches should know that I am a 4.0 student, I volunteer, and I am a leader in my community.”

Malia is quickly developing into one of the more exciting young outside hitters to watch in Nevada’s 2030 class. She should make an immediate impact once her high school career begins thanks to her strong swing, athleticism, and ability to reach over blockers in her age group. Watching her compete, she consistently stands out because of how explosive and bouncy she is offensively. Her contagious energy gives her team a boost every time she steps on the floor. She will also be attending the UA Next Middle School Camp Series, where she’ll have the chance to showcase her game against strong California competition. Off the court, Malia also carries a 4.0 GPA, adding another impressive layer to her profile.