Shamone Wadsworth continues to prove every time she steps on the court why she’s considered one of the premier players in her talented class. She turned plenty of heads at the showcase with her elite athleticism, explosive vertical, and ability to impact the match from virtually every area of the court. Few players possess her combination of physical tools and all-around versatility, making her a constant challenge for opposing teams.

What makes Shamone so dangerous is that she’s a true six-rotation threat. Her back-row attacks are every bit as effective as her front-row swings, allowing her to put pressure on defenses no matter where she is on the court. She attacks with confidence, elevates well above the net, and has the ability to score in a variety of ways. Whether she’s terminating with power or finding open space with a smart shot, she consistently keeps opponents guessing.

Simply put, Shamone impacts winning in multiple ways. Her athleticism, volleyball IQ, and ability to contribute in every phase of the game make her one of the most exciting players to watch in Arizona. We have no doubt she’ll continue making a major impact throughout Nationals and carry that momentum into an outstanding high school season this fall.

The best of the class when it comes to the 6 rotational outside hitter, we have Sahmone. She has been on our radar since day 1 and has done nothing but shown up week in and week out. She has the prototypical arm swing that coaches try to teach young athletes and she has such a violent arm swing that makes it easy to go through and around blocks. Her transition footwork is advanced, allowing her to get into rhythm quickly and stay available in nearly every rally. She can score from anywhere on the floor and is a top tier offensive weapon.

Besides her offense, she also can contribute in a number of other areas. For serve receive, she handles a large amount of court confidently and consistently delivers quality passes that allow the offense to stay balanced. Her platform control, footwork, and ability to read servers are advanced for her age, making her one of the more dependable passers in her class. She also can use that same technique. footwork, and platform control in her defense and ability to get great touches on other teams best hitters.

Few players in the 2029 class bring the same level of all-around production and consistency on the pin. With her athletic upside and polished skill set, she projects as a major prospect moving forward and someone you need to know in this class.

You simply can’t talk about Arizona’s standout freshmen without mentioning the name Sahmone Wadsworth Sahmone Wadsworth 6'0" | OH Xavier College Prep | 2029 State AZ . A rising star on the national stage, Sahmone is already making waves in her debut season—and it’s clear we’ll be hearing her name for years to come. The pressure of high-level competition doesn’t shake her—in fact, it seems to fuel her.

Currently ranked 3rd in hitting percentage among Arizona freshmen with an impressive .272 and 7th in kills with 128, Sahmone is proving to be one of the most efficient and dangerous attackers in her class. With nearly 200 digs already this season, she’s doing it all while playing one of the toughest roles imaginable—a six-rotation outside hitter for #1-ranked in AZ Xavier in 6A and the #5 team in the nation. Defensively, she’s just as locked in. What makes her performance even more remarkable is the level of talent around her. Playing opposite Tessa Larkin Tessa Larkin 6'1" | OH Xavier College Prep | 2027 State #8 Nation AZ , the nation’s #1 player in the class of 2027, Sahmone has not only risen to the occasion—she’s thriving in it.

Sahmone Wadsworth Sahmone Wadsworth 6'0" | OH Xavier College Prep | 2029 State AZ is already proving she’s built for the big stage. One thing is certain: the future is incredibly bright for this Gator standout.