Wendi Peterson Wendi Peterson 6'0" | MB Sauk Rapids-Rice | 2026 State MN anchored the front row with strength and lateral quickness. Peterson moved efficiently along the net, closing blocks to both pins and maintaining square shoulders to the hitter. Her ability to seal line forced opposing attackers to swing into defensive structure rather than open space.

In transition, Wendi was explosive. She attacked in front of the setter with a quick first step and elevated with balance, allowing her to terminate even against formed blocks. Beyond the stat line, Peterson’s energy after big plays lifted her teammates. She competed with urgency and stayed locked in during long rallies — a steady force at the center of the court. ~Theresa @prepdigdakotas

Peterson earned her selection through a dominant final season where she led her team in both efficiency and net defense, posting a team-high .357 hitting percentage and 79 total blocks. Standing 6’0″, Peterson was a central figure in the Storm’s historic season, which included a Section 8AAA Championship and a strong showing at the State Tournament. Scouts and coaches recognized her not only for her statistical production—including 256 kills—but also for her high volleyball IQ and the infectious energy she brought to the court as a veteran leader.

Peterson is the life of the party on the court. Her energy, positivity, and love for the game propel her and her teammates to win after win. She is constantly moving and communicating with her teammates. She watches her opponents when attacking to strategically place her block in front of the shoulder and get up to stop the ball from coming over. Her fast swing and high attacking point allows her to swing over the blockers and place the ball in an open area. Peterson has the strength to throw the ball to the deep corner of the court and scoring. Her IQ enables her and her teammates to make strategic plays to take the lead.

Peterson is amazing at reading the defense and placing the ball exactly where they are not. Scoring multiple points by tipping around the defense kept her team energized and excited. Her quick transition allows her to run multiple routes successfully to score or to pull the block away from her teammates. Her loud energy and communication create in system plays for her teammates. Peterson is quick to get up and block her opponents. She quickly moves to the pins to close the block creating a wall in front of the hitter that is hard for them to work around.

Peterson is quick to transition off the net and make a play on every ball. Her ability to run multiple routes keeps her an option for her setter. Her communication helps the team stay in system and controlled. When blocking, Peterson moves quickly to set herself up in front of her hitter to get successful stops and touches to help the defense. By getting to the pins early, she easily closes the gaps in the block and creates a strong wall.

Peterson has a strong presence on the court. She has a big swing and a big block challenging the opposing team to get around her. Her quick approach off the net sets her up to run multiple routes and get up early to attack. Her communication on the court pushes her teammates forward and creates successful plays. Peterson swings quickly to each sideline and gets around blockers. By reading the opposing defense she switches up shots to find empty court. Defensively her ability to swiftly get to the pins to block hitters creates a chaos for her opponents. Peterson is always ready to cover hitter and make the next play.

Peterson is a strong force on the court. Offensively, she is quick and perceptive with swinging. Peterson has the ability to catch opposing offenses of guard. No matter what she is always up and ready to swing. As a blocker, she is fast and communicates well with her teammates to ensure success. Peterson is a strong server that can easily put the opposing team out of system. She is always ready on defense in the back row and can place the ball skillfully to the setter.