Another freshman pin hitter, Sophia Thorn Sophia Thorn 5'9" | OH Mountain Ridge | 2030 UT , adds to what should be an exciting group of athletes to follow this season. Flexibility is needed at the pin position, and players who can be offensively productive and defensively engaged are invaluable. Sophia Thorn Sophia Thorn 5'9" | OH Mountain Ridge | 2030 UT is a name to watch as she begins her first high school season, and it will be interesting to see how her volleyball instincts, competitiveness, and skills can help her team. ~Theresa@prepdigdakotas

Sophia Thorn Sophia Thorn 5'9" | OH Mountain Ridge | 2030 UT ‘s jumping abilities and power as a pin help elevate her team’s offense and overall attacking presence. In the match I saw her play in, she did a great job of getting her feet to the ball and swinging with power into the seams of defenders or over the top of blocks. Her explosiveness and ability to score in system make her a tough matchup on the outside. As she continues to develop, her abilities as an outside are only going to continue to grow.