At 5-10, Nora Pederson Nora Pederson OH ND gives Valley City a physical presence in the middle, where she’s responsible for both sides of the net. Her blocking, timing, and ability to get her hands across the net will be critical against a Central Cass offense looking to create scoring chances. Pederson’s offensive ability to enter the setter’s window and make a quick connection can force the opposing middle to stay home instead of releasing toward the pins. Watch her transition footwork after a blocking assignment, and the speed with which she gets back to an attacking position. Valley City also has another way to pressure the defense with her presence in the middle. ~Theresa@prepdigdakotas

Nora Pederson Nora Pederson OH ND gave her team another option on the pin and contributed in ways beyond kills. I liked the way she stayed involved from one part of the rally to the next. She could take her swing, transition off the net, and be ready to help on the next contact. Pederson gave her team steadiness, and over multiple matches in a tournament setting. ~Theresa@prepdigdakotas

Nora Pederson Nora Pederson OH ND brings another 5-foot-10 senior into the middle. She’s been in this offense, knows Bakalar’s tempo, and has the varsity experience behind her.

With three seniors in the middle, Valley City has some choices. Pederson provides them another body at the net who can work in transition and help close the block.