SKEVA 18 Blue: Players to Watch
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To finish up the SKEVA series, their 18 Blue team has some very talented players. Katie Howard Katie Howard OH Greenwood | 2021 State KY – A senior all-around outside hitter from Greenwood, Katie Howard Katie Howard OH Greenwood |…
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Continue ReadingTo finish up the SKEVA series, their 18 Blue team has some very talented players.
Katie Howard Katie Howard OH Greenwood | 2021 State KY – A senior all-around outside hitter from Greenwood, Katie Howard Katie Howard OH Greenwood | 2021 State KY has proved to be one of the top players in Kentucky. She helped her team advance to the second round of the state tournament falling short in four to ranked, Henry Clay. Howard helped the team in every angle with 258 kills, 35 blocks, 19 assists, 161 digs, and 31 service aces. Because of her athleticism, Howard can hit from every position but also play defense effectively wherever she is on the court. Her court awareness is extremely high which allows her to be that amazing utility player. Katie Howard Katie Howard OH Greenwood | 2021 State KY decided to stay at home and will be attending Western Kentucky University.
Kelsey Brangers Kelsey Brangers DS/L Central Hardin | 2021 State KY – Another commit for Western Kentucky University, Kelsey Brangers Kelsey Brangers DS/L Central Hardin | 2021 State KY was ranked one of the top players in Kentucky because of her insane defensive ability. Brangers led the Central Hardin team to a district championship and a region runner-up title with a whopping 477 digs and 5.82 digs on average per set. Watching this girl is a huge treat because of how easy she makes passing look. Her serve receive is always fluid and solid, but her defensive ability brings her up to a top tier player. Brangers has been the starting varsity libero since her 7th grade year, so graduating from the Bruins was a real tear jerker, but you can expect big things from this girl in college!
Emma Titus- From Tennessee, Emma Titus was a middle hitter for Station Camp High School. Titus is an interesting story though where she plays beach volleyball over the summer. Normally, you don’t see middles excel in beach because it’s all about ball control. Emma Titus flourishes in the sand because of her all around game ability. This transfers back to indoor where her awareness and knowledge drastically helps her play an integral part for any team. Titus has committed to play at Trevecca University in 2021.
Embry Burgess- An uncommitted defensive specialist from Logan County High School, Embry Burgess played for Logan County High School this past year. She was their starting libero and had 248 digs on the year with 4.96 average digs per set. With her fierce personality and competitive nature, Embry always strives to be the best at whatever she does. Volleyball is no exception. Burgess has been an impactful player in the back row with any team she’s played on!
Landry Tea- Another girl from Tennessee, Landry Tea played for Gallatin High School as a right side all the way around player. She may not be your “power hitter” in the front row, but what makes her so special is her crafty ability to place the ball. This comes from her background in sand volleyball! Tea knows how to stay low-error which is especially important in college volleyball. With her strategic mind, Landry will be a great asset to this team. Tea has committed to play at Tusculum University for beach volleyball!