Mia Pendley
Mia Pendley
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Mike Graham | Prep Dig Scout
Pendley handles her role well in balanced offenses at Dunbar and for 17 Elite. She has good precision on her crosses and makes precise off hits to the three zone. Pendley takes both hard and soft swings from the back row. Pendley does not get discouraged if the first attempts do not go down. She makes good in-air adjustments to tip balls if needed. Described as kind, competitive and caring by teammates and close ones, Pendley uses a sound platform on defense to make precise touches. She makes great adjustments to keep balls alive on setovers.
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Read EvaluationMike Graham | Prep Dig Scout
After a solid sophomore year, Pendley came into the season with the tooks to take over as primary hitter for Dunbar and did just that. Pendley has outstanding ball control. She consistently finds ways to power balls through and around double blocks for big kills. Pendley has a solid vertical jump. Pendley also makes great first touches. She’ll continue to improve facing solid competition for the LUV 17 Elite team this fall. Pendley had 481 kills, 357 digs and 47 aces helping Dunbar win a fifth straight 43rd District crown and drive back to the 11th Region title game.
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Read EvaluationMike Graham | Prep Dig Scout
Pendley knew she’d need to pick things up for the young Bulldogs this year and has delivered. She has a good arm swing and is a sound server and passer for the Bulldogs. Her versatility has helped Dunbar win a fifth straight district championship. Pendley may not be the tallest player on her team, but her size does help the Bulldogs control the net.
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Read EvaluationLaura Hansen | Prep Dig Scout
Mia has made herself at home at Dunbar! She is a key piece of the puzzle and has stepped up and continues to perform to expectations! Mia is lethal with her aggressive attack and gets the job done, consistently, racking up those kills with her explosive swing and vertical deep into the corners with fantastic style! She is solid in the back row and can dig to return a ball. She is an exciting player to watch and is an asset that explodes on the court!
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Read EvaluationMike Graham | Prep Dig Scout
Pendley (pictured) could be asked to lead a young Dunbar team this fall. Pendley sees the defense, puts herself in a good ready position, then makes good decisions on which spikes to use. Pendley angles balls off defenders and can send balls to corners and other zones. Pendley is also a sound passer and serves balls hard. Pendley had 284 kills, 255 digs and 42 aces for the Bulldogs last year, helping them to a 27-9 record, a 43rd District crown and an 11th Region runner-up finish.
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Read EvaluationJennifer Hurst | Prep Dig Scout
Dominated at the net with 14 kills and added 10 digs and an ace, establishing herself as a rising force on the team.
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Read EvaluationJennifer Hurst | Prep Dig Scout
Sophomore outside
Mia Pendley
Mia
Pendley
5'10" | OH
Paul Laurence Dunbar | 2027
State
KY
had a standout performance, racking up 10 kills, 1 block, and 16 digs. Her solid defensive work ensured plays continued. She also impressed from the service line, delivering 4 aces that energized her team and fans alike.
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Read EvaluationJennifer Hurst | Prep Dig Scout
Looking to the future,
Mia Pendley
Mia
Pendley
5'10" | OH
Paul Laurence Dunbar | 2027
State
KY
, a sophomore outside hitter for the Dunbar Bulldogs, is on the 2027 Watchlist. Despite her youth, Pendley exhibits remarkable grit, never backing down from any competition, regardless of the opponent’s stature. As a newcomer, she has proven her worth on the court and continues to develop under Coach Morgan’s guidance. Promising a bright future for the sport in Region 11.
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Read EvaluationMike Graham | Prep Dig Scout
Pendley seems to be fitting in well with the Bulldogs transferring in from another school in the offseason. She is a productive hitter adjusting to sets from different spots and produces solid power from her feet up. She is also consistent on defense.
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