Jensen moved into our rankings thanks to her smart play and her ability to make everyone around her better. She understands what her hitters need to be successful and does a great job delivering it. With a strong core and a consistent release, Jensen doesn’t give much away, making her difficult for opposing blockers to read. She also does a nice job moving the ball around and keeping all of her attackers involved, forcing defenses to stay honest and never quite knowing where she is going next.

Jensen played with confidence and purpose, clearly comfortable leading her offense. She controlled tempo well and showed trust in her hitters, particularly in transition situations where her decision-making helped stabilize play and maintain offensive flow.

Vana Jensen Vana Jensen 5'9" | S/RS New Life Academy | 2027 State MN – 5’9″ Six-Rotation Setter/Right Side

Vana is a rare hybrid—she can run an offense with composure and score on the pin when needed. Her hands are clean with a deceptive release, and she’s especially effective manipulating middles with her eyes. She delivers hittable balls in chaotic moments, showing leadership and tempo control well beyond her age. When she rotates to the right side, she adds another layer with her aggressive left-front presence; she can block, transition, and terminate with confidence. ~Theresa @prepdigdakotas

What we’re watching this club season: How she continues refining her location on the run, especially when setting off one foot or in extended rallies.