Knowles is one of the most dynamic prospects available for a reason. Knowles squares her arms to balls with precision. She does what she can to beat balls to their destinations on the floor. Knowles takes minimal steps to balls and can backpedal to dig up well-struck balls toward back lines. She hustles to corners to dig up deep shoves and does a great job defending side lines. Knowles lunges after balls under control and lefties do not bother her. Knowles also showed she can handle tough four-to-four cut shots with 27 digs in the Division I-A state championship game. Knowles finished her career with a 92 percent overall serve receive percentage.

Knowles has outstanding vision on the court. She communicates well and does what she can to beat balls to their destinations on the floor. Knowles does not hesitate to slide after balls under control trying to keep plays alive. Knowles said a big part of the game is not letting balls drop and that’s her job. She added that lets setters and hitters try to make things happen with good sets then down balls.

Knowles (pictured)

Knowles (pictured) consistently delivers at the libero spot for the Eagles, evidenced by 1,075 career digs with 498 coming this year. Knowles squares her arms to balls even when lunging to the side. Knowles moves up quickly to get to tipped balls. Knowles makes the simple passes and has an outstanding touch on bump and overhead passes. Knowles is also a strong server recording 71 aces this season.

Knowles makes her presence felt all over the court. She squares her arms up to balls and follows through for good first touches. She reads hitters well and trails plays with a purpose. Knowles also does a good job showing positive enthusiasm on the court.

Knowles (pictured) brings a strong presence at the libero spot for Eagleville. She sets up nicely behind blockers and digs up numerous balls hit her way. Knowles has excellent range, making great adjustments to balls that redirect off blockers. Knowles executes both overhead and bump passes soundly. Well-struck balls carom off her arms to setters under control. Knowles also brings great energy to the court.