Gritty Setters from the Class of 2022
Not only do setters have to be incredibly athletic, especially those who run a 5-1 or play in the front row, they also need to be smart, gritty, and incredibly competitive. Setters run the offense on the team so the…
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Continue ReadingNot only do setters have to be incredibly athletic, especially those who run a 5-1 or play in the front row, they also need to be smart, gritty, and incredibly competitive. Setters run the offense on the team so the ability to take feedback and immediately respond to it, work hard on and off the court, and deliver during games is crucial. These setters from the class of 2021 impress across the board. They work hard, lead their teams, and never seem to get flustered during tight games.
Emma Baierl Emma Baierl 5'8" | S Howards Grove | 2022 State WI – FC Elite 16 Navy
Emma is the definition of grit. She is a solid all-around athlete who puts up competitive serves, stellar defense, and of course, is an incredible setter. She seems to know where her hitters are at all times and rarely makes mistakes. Emma works well with both her offense and defense and will run down any ball her team touches.
Sophia Schneider – FC Elite 16 Navy
Sophia’s court awareness is impressive. She is great at moving the ball around and keeping opposing blockers on their toes. Her ability to see the court and know where her hitters are at all times makes her a dangerous opponent.
Lily Lutz Lily Lutz S Catholic Memorial | 2022 State WI – Milwaukee Sting 16 Gold
Lilly finds the perfect balance of staying calm and collected on the court and working hard to make sure every ball is playable. She betters the ball every time she touches it and is comfortable running fast plays even on out of system balls. She is definitely a leader on this team.
Grace Gilkay – FVP 16 Green
Grace plays both setter and right side for FVP and is an awesome all-around athlete. She covers well and is a very efficient setter, always finding a way to make plays, even in challenging matches or out of system plays.
Ella Weber – Impact 16 National
Ella is a very smart setter who makes great decisions. She knows what hitters are hot and when and naturally moves the ball away from opposing blockers when she can. She uses her hitters’ strengths to earn the team points and is a great leader on this team.
Lauren Woller – Impact 16 Blue
Lauren eats, sleeps, and breathes grit. She is a fierce competitor and never lets a ball drop. Her defense is very strong, something that can be a challenge for many setters. She hustles like crazy and gets a touch on nearly everything.
Kelsey Corbett – I Am Volleyball 16 Red
Kelsey is a very calm and collected setter. She does not show frustration easily and simply hunkers down and gets the job done. This makes her an efficient setter on the court.
McKenna Smith – Wisconsin Ice Volleyball 16 Purple
McKenna is a very consistent athlete. From her serves to her defense, and of course her sets, she plays hard and rarely makes an unforced error. She adjusts to off passes well and her consistency is very valuable in serve receive.
These setters each bring a unique aspect of what grit is to an athlete. What is clear though is they are leaders and hard workers who never give up on the ball. During the beginning of the season, these setters stepped up and impressed despite having only played with their teams for a short amount of time.