6 Stellar Showcase Setters
Prep Dig was all over the Mizuno Showcase a couple weeks ago, as well as their Mini Exposure Camp the Thursday before. While hitting the ball hard gets a lot of attention and glory, it can’t be done without a well-placed…
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Continue ReadingPrep Dig was all over the Mizuno Showcase a couple weeks ago, as well as their Mini Exposure Camp the Thursday before. While hitting the ball hard gets a lot of attention and glory, it can’t be done without a well-placed set. I know some coaches were looking specifically for setters and these were 6 that stood out me.
Chloee Epker – 2021 – 5’10 – Shoreland Lutheran – Motion 17 Blue
Epker is a tough setter to read, and she has a soft touch with a quick release. She has great footwork and plays with a tough group that is sure to draw some attention.
[player_tooltip player_id="81271" first="Jordan" last="Karlen"]Jordan Karlen Jordan Karlen 5'9" | S Milton | 2022 State WI – 2022 – 5’8 – Milton – Capital 17 Adidas
There isn’t a lot that Karlen can’t do, since she is an absolute sponge for the game. Karlen is a standout at Milton and is playing up an age with Capital 17 Adidas. She is a stellar all-around player that could probably play beach or hard court because of her incredible work ethic. She is quick and has a high volleyball IQ. Whatever you do, don’t try to tell her she can’t do something because she WILL prove you wrong.
Josie Halbeib – 2021 – 6’2 – Sun Prairie – FC Elite 18 Elite Halbeib is versatile and an explosive attacker, whether it’s on the 2nd or 3rd contact . She can pound the ball with a high contact point and fast arm swing. Halbeib has been a major part of Sun Prairie’s success, including their last couple State appearances, and now she partners with a stacked FC Elite 18 Elite team. There is just a different look when she releases the ball that makes what comes next look so easy.
Maddie ConnerMaddie Conner – 2022 – Germantown – Motion 16 Blue
Connor has a solid foundation with her footwork and placement of her sets. She is also one of Germantown’s best servers, with a knack for putting pressure on the opposing team’s passers to get them out of system. Connor competes in one of the toughest conferences in the state, as well as with a strong Motion team.
Montana Zdroik – 2022 – 5’7 – SPASH – Wisconsin Ice 16 Purple
Zdroik has only one gear, and that is “all out”. She hits with power, has a laser serve, and don’t get in her way when she is going for the 2nd ball. Her serve has become really lethal when she jump floats and makes the ball dance. Zdroik has a quick release, soft hands, and a fighting drive that can’t be beat!
Sylvia Hasz Sylvia Hasz 6'1" | S Rochelle | 2022 IL – 2022 – 6’1 – Rochelle (IL) – VC United 161 Elite
Watching Hasz play is almost like watching a professional billiards game where they call which ball is going into which pocket ,and then they make it look like the easiest thing ever. She has great footwork and impeccable placement with her sets. Whether she is taking a perfect pass or having to jump set from the 10-foot line, her sets are spot on.