Willa bumped up ten slots from 70 to 60. Her play at right side for 540 Volleyball Academy at the East Coast championships impressed. It resulted in a first place finish in the Beast of the East. They battled it out in the National Division of Junior Nationals, struggling to a 31st place finish out of 48 teams.

This is actually her second big jump in the rankings. Early in her career she won a top performer award at a Prep Dig showcase event. At that time her approach jumped reached 9’11”. She has now reached the 10 foot level. Her hands reach high over the net with the block.

Riverbend struggled last year with a 2-22 record. Willa got an opportunity to hit outside for them increasing her versatility. They do have a number of starters returning from last year, including her club 540 teammate Ava Young Ava Young 5'8" | OH Riverbend | 2027 State VA , who also made this list of top risers.

98 to 47. Willa stood out at one of our Prep Dig showcases. Her 6’1″ height as well as her ability to hit right side won her a Top Performer award. Until that time I did not know too much about her.

For club she plays for the 540 club academy elite. She will play middle for them. For Riverbend she lists as a right side.

Currently her game rests mostly on her potential. She carries an approach jump of 9’11”. She just needs to improve her transition game and work on her arm swing to generate more power to the ball.