Melanie Pierce is an outstanding all around player for Palmer Ridge who is committed to Fort Hays State University. Pierce has continued to elevate her game each year and looks poised and ready to compete at the next level. She brings steady energy and leadership to the court, serving as a role model for many of the younger players around her. Pierce distributes efficiently and can also become an offensive threat herself, mixing in well timed dumps to keep opposing defenses on their toes.

Melanie Pierce Melanie Pierce 5'10" | S/RS Palmer Ridge | 2027 State CO is an aggressive setter who makes her presence felt in every phase of the game. She excels at running the offense, distributing the ball effectively while consistently putting her hitters in position to succeed. At the net, Pierce is a physical presence who is not afraid to make big plays, whether it’s challenging attackers with a strong block or creating scoring opportunities offensively. She is also an asset behind the service line, using a tough serve to pressure opponents and generate points for her team.

Melanie Pierce stays ready from the first point to the last. She transitions quickly and works hard to keep the offense operating at a fast pace. Furthermore, she does a nice job delivering hittable balls across all rotations. Her consistency allows teammates to trust what they are getting on every play.

Our second setter on our top recruits list, Piece plays for Elevation. At 5’8”, she is what many would consider undersized, however, that doesn’t stop her being an aggressive offender up at the net, scoring her team valuable points off skillfully placed dumps. She runs a dynamic 5-1, and does a great job playing defense first when she’s in the back row.