This one is for the DSs out there.

Whitney Yarbrough Whitney Yarbrough 4'11" | DS/L Conway | 2029 State AR plays alongside superstar libero Bryalin Merritt at Conway, but the sophomore has carved out an important role of her own for the Lady Cats. At 4’11”, she stands out like a giant with the way she plays. She is an absolute dynamo and one of the more enjoyable players to watch.

There are players with bigger stat lines, but I dare say you won’t find many who play with more heart. Yarbrough has a great platform, a high volleyball IQ and a strong will. She always seems to be in the middle of the action and understands exactly what Conway needs from her.

What really stands out to me are the numbers that matter for a DS. Yarbrough is serving at 97.5% and has handled 139 serve receptions with only four errors. When you’re a complementary player, limiting mistakes is huge.

Solid serve. Solid first contact. Be in the right spot. Know your role and deliver when you’re called on. That’s winning volleyball.

Season Stats 59 sets | 9 aces | 97.5% serve % | 172 | 2.9 dps | 139 receptions | 9 assists