Piper Hodge is a major problem for a lot of offenses with her quick reactions and ability to cover a lot of ground both on serve receive as well as defense. She not only is a fantastic libero, but she’s an amazing teammate as well. She’s a great leader and did a good job of guiding the younger Assumption group this season.

Tournament Stats/ Season Stats

Digs: 36/ 461

Assists: 7/ 93

Aces: 2/ 36

It’s surprising that Hodge has not received the college attention leading to a commitment. Whenever I’ve watched her compete, she’s proven to be a player that would enhance the rosters at plenty of schools on the next level. The latest in-person scout happened at the Iowa City High quad in late September. Hodge had increased her impact even though she was coming off a sophomore campaign of 2025 that saw her hold down the back row for the 3A state champions. She’s technically sound and smart, making her a problem for opponents. Hodge covers a lot of ground and rarely is out of position, a result of reading the action and flowing with it accordingly. She’s going to make a college recognizing the value really happy. Despite teams avoiding her, Hodge had racked up 322 digs in 62 sets coming into this week.

One of the top liberos to look at in the area would be Piper Hodge Piper Hodge 5'5" | DS/L/OH Assumption | 2028 State IA out of the Quad Cities.  She preps at Davenport Assumption and has been part of Iowa Select where she is really strong when it comes to her anticipation.  She is able to make some of the tougher plays look easy because she’s already in position.  She brings quickness and athleticism to the position and knows how to win.  Her Davenport Assumption team was the 2025 Class 3A state champions in Iowa.

Although the Knights are loaded with all kinds of talent, you can’t help but give this kid extra props. Hodge is unlike most libs in Iowa; she is on a whole other level. This girl defends her back row like no other; not only is she insanely good at reading her opposing hitters, but she is also scrappy as all get out. She has always done an amazing job pushing her teammates and guiding them to success, and this season is no different.