Renee Naea Renee Naea 5'5" | S/RS Long Beach Poly | 2030 CA , a Class of 2030 setter from Alliance Volleyball Club, is the kind of young prospect that catches your attention immediately because the feel for the position is already present before the full athleticism has even arrived. At 5’3″ with years of development ahead of her, she is already showing the court awareness and distribution instincts that no amount of coaching can manufacture if they are not there to begin with. What stood out most during her time on the court was the composure she played with, running her offense calmly and making decisions that told you she was reading the defense rather than just getting the ball to her hitters and hoping for the best. Her footwork mechanics are clean enough to build on at a high level, and the technical foundation she is developing now will pay real dividends as the game speeds up around her over the next few years. There is also a natural leadership quality to the way she carries herself on the court, which is something coaches notice at every level because setters who keep their team organized and make their hitters better under pressure are genuinely rare finds in any class. For a 2030, the conversation around her should start now rather than later. Renee is a young prospect with a ceiling that is wide open and a foundation that is already worth talking about. Please help us congratulate her on earning Top Performer honors at this showcase event.  

Renee Naea Renee Naea 5'5" | S/RS Long Beach Poly | 2030 CA was incredibly impressive with the way she consistently delivered strong, accurate balls—play after play. She may be undersized, but she competes with a presence and toughness that more than makes up for it. Her defensive effort was relentless, and she did an excellent job keeping her team organized and effective even when they were out of system.

What really stands out is her leadership. She plays with confidence, communicates well, and takes ownership of the court well beyond her years. Renee is a dynamic competitor with a very bright future ahead.

Renee brings energy and creativity to the court, constantly finding ways to make the game fun while still refining her technique. She’s been focused on perfecting her jump set and learning to disguise her intentions to keep blockers guessing. “I’ve been working to perfect my jump set and get the reps I need,” she said. During the showcase, she kept a consistent voice on the court, showing leadership through communication and teamwork.

Her mindset revolves around staying active and engaged in every point. “I want them to see that I’m an all-around player,” she said. Renee’s combination of positivity and competitiveness makes her stand out, especially in moments that demand quick decision-making. Fun fact: She started her volleyball journey as a libero before discovering her love for setting. ~ Michelle Bamford @Coachable247