Mathilde Gardner Mathilde Gardner 6'0" | RS Scottsdale Christian | 2028 State AZ first caught our attention during Scottsdale Christian’s impressive state championship run, where she played a major role on the right side and consistently impacted matches with her energy, composure, and physical presence at the net. She carried that same level of intensity seamlessly into club season, continuing to establish herself as one of the more reliable and disciplined right sides in her class.

What stands out most about Gardner is her ability to read hitters and make smart, controlled decisions as a blocker. She does a great job sealing seams, staying disciplined with her hands, and consistently making life difficult for opposing attackers. Offensively, she brings versatility and a high volleyball IQ to the pin. She’s capable of scoring in multiple ways, moves the ball around effectively, and has the full shot arsenal you want to see from a high-level right side.

As the season continues, we fully expect Mathilde to keep making a major impact both in club and once school volleyball rolls back around.

Mathilde Gardner Mathilde Gardner 6'0" | RS Scottsdale Christian | 2028 State AZ was a major piece of the puzzle in leading her SCA 2A squad to a State Championship, and her presence on the court is impossible to ignore. The lefty brings a rare and dynamic offensive advantage, unleashing a heavy, high-contact swing that consistently puts defenders on their heels and stretches blocks out of system. Her arm speed and ability to score from multiple angles make her a true matchup problem on the pin.

But she doesn’t just impact the match offensively. Gardner’s energy is contagious — she competes hard every rally, elevates the tempo of her team, and brings a confident edge that fuels momentum. At the net, she’s just as dominant defensively, pressing over and sealing space with a physical block that’s incredibly tough to tool or hit around. Attackers are forced to rethink their shots when she’s in the front row.

Simply put, Mathilde is a high-impact, two-way player who affects every phase of the game — and she’s making a big difference on AZ Sky 16 Gold.