Natalie had a huge performance in Pantego’s 4 set win over Coram Deo Plano, with 40 kills, 17 digs, and 6 aces. Her 40 kills in the game helped her to surpass 1500 career kills as a junior!

Miss Norton is currently ranked as the 13^th best overall player in the 2027 grad class according to our Texas State Ranking List.  Natalie has attended our events over the last two years and definitely raised her stock in our State Ranking List and more importantly in college recruiting circles.  She is not afraid to put herself out there and battle against the best of the best to showcase her skills.  When you watch this young lady perform, one thing is for certain, she loves the game and doesn’t let negativity affect her.  Over the past two years, I have watched her become more than just a hitter and transform into a total six rotation OH1 who will definitely be able to play at the next level.  All young players should get to know her and follow her journey in the sport, because she is a true representation of hard work and showcasing skills to get where she wants to be.  I personally cannot wait to see her in the gym once again and see what she has added to her bag. 

Natalie has made another big jump in the rankings and is now listed in the top 13.  She has now earned the title of the 13^th best overall prospect in the 2027 Class according to our Prep Dig Texas State Rankings.  She plays volleyball at Pantego Christian High School and plays club for the Drive Nation  volleyball program.  She is no stranger to us at Prep Dig as we have noticed her since her freshman season where she burst onto the scene and has not stopped gaining steam in the college recruiting world.  There has been lots of conversations with her name in them due to the numbers she is putting up in the high school season and now that she has her team balling versus open level teams on a consistent basis.  When you watch her play this season, you see a much more confident player who doesn’t get rattled on the court.  This will keep college recruiters around her court as they see a player who could potentially be a game changer for their program.  With where she stands right now and considering the potential that she shows, I stand with ten toes on the ground shouting that she deserves big time program consideration.  Please help us congratulate her on earning a spot in our State Rankings. 

Natalie is currently listed as the 25^th best overall prospect in the 2027 class according to our Prep Dig Texas State Rankings.  She plays volleyball at Pantego High School and club for the Drive Nation volleyball program.  We just highlighted her in an article earlier this month teling our readers to watch out for her and here is what we stated, “Miss Norton is very well known by us at Prep Dig as we have watched her dominate all of last club season and also this high school season as well.  The lengthy pin could be one of the best players in the gym at the Expo and we are super excited for the level of competition.  As an attacker, there is not a shot that she cannot replicate over and over no matter where her location is on the court.  She is a very experienced Open level player who is always ready to attack even when she is in the back row.  I love how she is expanding her ball control and becoming a true OH1.”  All of  those words came true as she unleashed fury on everyone in her path at the Expo today.  She was unstoppable at the net as she moved the ball around very well and scored on everyone.  I got to talk to her and her dad today and they are a wonderful family.  I am very excited to cover her this season as she has become one of those can’t miss recruits who will garner a lot of attention from college coaches as they see her potential just as we have.  Keep your eye on her because she is not even close to reaching that potential.  The sky is the limit with this one!  Please help us congratulate her on earning a Most Valuable Player award and a Top Performer award at the Expo. 

Natalie has moved up to be listed as the 25^th best overall ranked prospect and the 7th best outside hitter in the 2027 class according to our Prep Dig Texas State Rankings.  There is no question in my mind that she has what it takes to continue to move up the list even further.  She plays volleyball at Pantego High School and club for the Drive Nation volleyball program.  Miss Norton is very well known by us at Prep Dig as we have watched her dominate all of last club season and also this high school season as well.  The lengthy pin could be one of the best players in the gym at the Expo and we are super excited for the level of competition.  As an attacker, there is not a shot that she cannot replicate over and over no matter where her location is on the court.  She is a very experienced Open level player who is always ready to attack even when she is in the back row.  I love how she is expanding her ball control and becoming a true OH1.  All college coaches who will be watching via BallerTv should take special interest in her throughout the event because you will be in for a treat if you ask me.  Stay tuned for more on Miss Norton after the showcase. 

Natalie is currently ranked as the 25^th best overall prospect in the 2027 class according to our Prep Dig Texas State Rankings.  She plays for Pantego Christian High School and also plays for the Drive Nation volleyball club program.  Miss Norton has made a huge splash this year and has catapulted her very high into our rankings.  She made one of the biggest jumps on the list due to her utter dominance at the net.  Her production on the offensive end this year has her listed as the leader in kills amongst all sophomore attackers.  Her total stands at an astonishing 578 kills on a ridiculous .386 hitting percentage.  The sheer fact that she is six foot three and uber athletic should scare any defender to get in her way.  I have seen her in person many times over the last two years since she burst onto the scene and her stock is rising super fast in the college coach/recruiting discussions happening behind the scenes.  If you have not seen her play, then you should grab some popcorn and catch a seat to see the fireworks as this kid puts on a major show.  We are very proud to have her listed in our publication and want to congratulate her on an amazing year killing the ball. 

Norton thrives at outside hitter with Pantego Christian Academy and the Excel Volleyball Club. She was one of the most impressive offensive players to emerge in the class of 2027 as not many others combine her size, ability and mental strength to carry the scoring load of her teams. Norton makes the most of her size, but also excels in her shot-selection, scoring at a very good rate from the left, the right and even the middle back position. Hez size makes of her a very prolific blocker, but doesn’t stop her from being efficient on the backcourt too, handling well her passing and defensive duties – she’s also a dangerous server.